Bangalore: Avaya, a global provider of business communications and collaboration systems and services, announced that Rajeev Mittal has been appointed as Managing Director of Avaya across India and SAARC. Rajeev joins Avaya at a time when companies throughout the region are looking to accelerate their businesses with the latest communications and collaborations offerings. Rajeev was until recently General Manager Small and Mid-Market Solutions and Partners (SMS&P) for Microsoft India and was responsible for expanding that company's business in the mid-market segment, along with managing the Partner Eco System. Prior to that, he worked in senior positions for companies including Oracle , IBM and Wipro Technologies. both in India and APAC leadership roles. "India is an exciting growth opportunity for Avaya and Rajeev's addition will enable us to accelerate our business momentum in the country. Rajeev brings tremendous experience and strong managerial skills to Avaya and his understanding of the technology and telecom sectors will be instrumental in driving our business forward." Francois Lancon, President, Asia Pacific, Avaya.. "Avaya has a strong solutions innovation and services history and there are tremendous opportunities ahead for the company in India. With Avaya's growing sales presence, strong network of channel partners, and substantial R&D focus in India, I look forward to delivering to exising and new customers the latest in communication and collaboration solutions to drive their business success." Rajeev Mittal, Managing Director, India and SAARC, Avaya