Zoho, a leading global technology company, and Kerala Business Forum (KBF), a prominent organization of Keralite entrepreneurs based in Qatar, have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate business growth and support digital transformation of KBF community members.
Under this collaboration, forum members will receive Zoho Wallet credits that will give them access to Zoho’s comprehensive suite of cloud-based business applications.
By providing KBF members with first-hand access to Zoho’s wide range of innovative business solutions such as Zoho CRM, Zoho People (HRMS), Zoho Books (VAT-compliant accounting software), Zoho Workplace (enterprise collaboration software) and more, the company is empowering entrepreneurs to streamline operations, enhance customer engagement and make informed, data-driven decisions. This strategic alliance is in line with Zoho’s mission to make enterprise technology accessible to everyone by making it affordable and accessible to businesses of all sizes.
“We are delighted to partner with the Kerala Business Forum to support the thriving business community in Qatar. The forum members are a dynamic group of entrepreneurs, and we believe that Zoho’s cloud solutions can provide them with the tools they need to scale their businesses and achieve their goals,” said Prem Anand Velumani, Associate Director, Strategic Growth, Middle East & Africa, Zoho.
Zoho has a proven track record of partnerships with public and private sector organizations across the region, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon, with the aim of making enterprise technology accessible to everyone and making the transition to the cloud easier. This collaboration with the Kerala Business Forum further reinforces Zoho’s commitment to providing businesses of all sizes with the tools they need to succeed.
“Kerala Business Forum is a vibrant community of entrepreneurs from Kerala. We aim to keep our members updated and trained on the latest technologies so that they can adapt to the changing business environment around the world,” said Aji Kuriakose, President, Kerala Business Forum.
“A well-structured, process-driven approach coupled with automation is key to the success of any business. In this context, our partnership with Zoho aims to explore opportunities through training and favorable business terms, enabling our interested members to effectively use Zoho products to take their businesses to greater heights,” he added.
Zoho has invested heavily to align its products and services with the standards and requirements of the Qatari market. This includes developing Arabic-enabled interfaces with RTL features, as well as custom solutions within its core product portfolio, which includes Zoho CRM, Zoho Creator, Zoho Books, and others that can address the unique challenges faced by businesses in the region. By understanding cultural needs and business requirements, Zoho is able to provide solutions that are well-received by local entrepreneurs.