Beyond the Conventional: The Zoho Way

We're back! Before we talk about what we've been up to since you last heard from us, we'd like to take a moment to thank all of the readers who sent us so much love after our last newsletter.

We're beyond grateful for your support, and thanks to you, we're here, ready to bring you a fresh newsletter every month. Yep, you heard it right. We're sticking around, and you're stuck with us. (Aren't you glad?)

Alright, now let's get to it.?

Presenting our new identity with a brand new logo ??

If you've been keeping up with us, you might already know that we're a bootstrapped company. Being resourceful is crucial when starting out. Our co-founder and CEO, Sridhar Vembu, demonstrated this perfectly by designing our first logo (back when we were called AdventNet) with whatever resources he could get his hands on.

But times have changed, and so have we. We've evolved as a company, both in terms of our vision and the quality of service we offer. To symbolize the growth we've achieved and the growth to come, we've unveiled our brand-new logo. Take a look!

Reimagining rural India

A big part of our vision for Zoho is giving back to the rural economy and revitalizing small villages that lack resources. They must be equipped with the technology and capabilities required to solve problems locally and globally.

Read about our initiative here .?

Tenkasi: A global hub

We're elated to see how our choice to open an office in Tenkasi has impacted the community there. Building this center took time and effort, but the outcome has made us all immensely proud. Click?here to learn more.

"Tenkasi's transformation since Zoho put it on the national and global map is amazing. We have a new mall now, the number of restaurants has increased, and the infrastructure is better. "

—Swedha Chandran, Product Manager, Zoho Desk

Introducing Ulaa, our privacy-centered web browser

We're overwhelmed by the response we've received for Ulaa—over 10,000+ downloads in 48 hours. Thank you for making this happen!

You need a browser that truly cares about your privacy without sneaking up to steal your data. Let Ulaa be that for you. See what some of our users have to say.

Introducing Zia's integration with OpenAI

We're thrilled to announce the integration of our AI assistant, Zia, with OpenAI. This aligns with our intention to improve the way you work without compromising on our core value of privacy. Click here to?learn more.

Caught in the act ??

Nothing lifts our spirits more than interacting with our customers and hearing their stories. Here is a candid moment captured by Ramon Ray of our CIO, Vijay Sundaram , speaking with our customer.??

Hear it from the horse's mouth

Navigating your career in tech as a woman can be daunting, especially when you're just starting and trying to figure things out.

Deepa Kuppuswamy was a fresher when she joined us and, since then, has explored several roles and now leads our security team. She talks to Diginomica about her journey, things she wishes she would've done differently, and her best advice to young women in tech.?

"Entry-level women need that inspiration. They need to see role models who have already done it to make it clear to them that such a path is available."

—Deepa Kuppuswamy, Director of Security, Zoho

If you're an aspiring entrepreneur waiting for the right time to start building your venture—this piece is for you. Sridhar talks about the mindset to hone, things to do, and why starting now is the best decision you can possibly make in the current economy.?

"You can focus on the long haul if you are a young entrepreneur in your 20s. You have room to make mistakes and recover."

—Sridhar Vembu, Co-founder and CEO, Zoho?Corp.

Humans of Zoho

This time around, we have four different individuals—Mary, ?Prashanth VK, ?Suzanne, and Aravind , all from different backgrounds, united by their decision to stay with us. We're grateful to have the best talent helping us build world-class products.

We've expanded! ??

Our brand-new office in Bengaluru is officially open, and we couldn't be more thrilled. Take a peek inside!

We're?expanding our presence in Nairobi, Kenya, too! But here's what's different—this new facility will serve as a dedicated training center for customers and partners. Read on.

That's a wrap for this month's edition! For ongoing product updates, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter, Zoho Buzz .

Thanks for reading, and we'll be back to bring you more next month. Stay tuned!