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Dear Valued Zoho Enthusiasts:

Welcome to the December edition of the Zoho MENA Newsletter.

As we bid farewell to another impactful year, we're thrilled to bring you a compilation of the latest advancements, partnerships, and insights shaping our region's business technology landscape.

We had a great time at Zoholics Riyadh 2023!

It was a pleasure to meet with our customers and partners and to share our latest products and solutions.

We were excited to showcase our products and solutions, including Zoho CRM, Zoho Projects, and Zoho Books.

We were impressed by the interest shown by our attendees, and we look forward to working with businesses in Saudi Arabia to help them achieve their goals.

Embrace streamlined payroll with Zoho Payroll UAE

We're thrilled to introduce Zoho Payroll UAE, our cloud payroll software designed specifically for businesses in the United Arab Emirates. This comprehensive solution streamlines the payroll process, ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws and automating tedious calculations.

The key highlights of Zoho Payroll UAE included:

• Effortless payroll management: Automate payroll calculations, generate payslips, and process payments quickly and easily.
• Compliance at your fingertips: Adhere to UAE's labor regulations, including the Wage Protection System, Employee Pensions, and Gratuity.
• Integrated experience: Integrate with Zoho People, our HR management software, for a unified workforce management solution.

For more details, read our blog post here.

Moving from streamlined payroll management to transforming business operations at ICT2023, we showcased our commitment to empowering businesses with innovative technology solutions.

Transforming business operations at ICT2023

Our team participated in the 27th edition of the Cairo International Technology Exhibition, ICT2023, from November 19th to 22nd.

The event hosted over 500 entities and 350 speakers from leading technology organizations. Across the four days, our experts connected with tech professionals, showcasing our applications and the latest transformative technologies for business operations.

Continuing our journey, let's explore a groundbreaking partnership that emerged from the Cairo event.

Zoho x Telr Partnership empowers uninterrupted payment processing

In a significant step towards bolstering the digital transformation journey of SMEs across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, we are pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Telr, a prominent payment gateway provider in the region. This collaboration aims to offer businesses a streamlined and secure payment processing solution, enabling them to accept payments both online and in-store.

This strategic partnership represents a significant advancement in empowering SMEs in the MENA region to embrace digital transformation and thrive in the ever-evolving business landscape. By providing several payment processing solutions, we are committed to supporting the growth and success of SMEs across the region.

For more detailed information about this exciting collaboration, you can read the whole article here.

Building upon our commitment to empowering businesses in the MENA region, we are also dedicated to improving the user experience for all of our customers, regardless of their language preferences.

Zoho SalesIQ and Zoho Mail introduced RTL support

We're committed to providing a user-friendly experience for all of our customers, regardless of their language preferences. In line with this commitment, we've enhanced RTL support for both Zoho SalesIQ and Zoho Mail .

Zoho SalesIQ's all-new RTL interface adapts effortlessly to right-to-left languages, ensuring smooth chat conversations.

Zoho Mail's RTL feature provides an intuitive interface for composing, reading, and managing emails in right-to-left languages.

In addition to expanding RTL support in Zoho SalesIQ and Zoho Mail to reach a broader international audience, Zoho Projects 8.0 unveils a comprehensive set of features designed to optimize project management and boost productivity.

Zoho Projects 8.0: Your gateway to project excellence

The latest release of Zoho Projects, version 8.0, brings a host of new features and enhancements to empower you as you manage projects with precision and efficiency.

1. New Gantt chart view:

This intuitive interface provides a comprehensive overview of your project timelines, enabling you to track progress effortlessly, identify potential bottlenecks, and make informed decisions at a glance.

2. Improved task management:

Effortlessly organize tasks into hierarchical structures, ensuring clarity and alignment across your team. Leverage automation to streamline repetitive tasks, freeing up valuable time to focus on strategic initiatives.

3. Advanced collaboration tools:

Engage in real-time discussions within tasks, providing contextual feedback and keeping everyone on the same page. Empower team members to share files, updates, and ideas, fostering a culture of transparency and shared ownership.

With its intuitive interface, powerful features, and collaborative tools, Zoho Projects 8.0??empowers you to execute projects with precision, efficiency, and a touch of brilliance.

And the improvements don't stop there! We've integrated numerous additional features to align with your specific requirements. Explore the details by reading our blog post.

Zoho Practice, your one-stop practice management solution

Zoho Practice is a cloud-based practice management software designed to help small businesses and professional service providers streamline their operations, manage clients effectively, and foster business growth.

With its comprehensive suite of features, Zoho Practice empowers you to:

• Manage client information: Keep track of client contact details, project information, invoices, and payments in one centralized location.
• Schedule appointments: Easily schedule appointments with clients online and efficiently manage your availability.
• Track projects: Monitor project progress, assign tasks to team members, and collaborate effectively.
• Bill clients: Create and send invoices, track payments, and manage accounts receivable easily and securely.
• Generate reports: Gain valuable insights into your business performance through comprehensive reports.

Ready to get started with Zoho Practice?

Sign up for a free trial of Zoho Practice today and discover how it can help you deliver unmatched client service and grow your business.

Strengthening cybersecurity: A focus on National Computer Security Day

For over 25 years, we have prioritized user privacy and security, even before it was mandated by law. We believe everyone deserves a safe and secure online experience. National Computer Security Day was a reminder to all of us of the ever-present threats like malware, ransomware, and phishing, but also the power of proactive defense. We're committed to data security, uptime, and business continuity; and we want to empower you to protect your own digital space. With strong passwords, software updates, employee training, data encryption, and shared awareness, we can build a world where online safety is the norm. Let's take a stand against cyber threats together.

National Computer Security Day is a call to action. Let's build a world where online safety isn't a luxury, but a norm. Let's empower individuals and organizations alike to take a stand against cyber threats.

For more details, read our blog post here.

Zoho Contracts E-book, your guide to streamlined contract management

Our comprehensive e-book, “Zoho Contracts: Your Guide to Streamlined Contract Management,” provides you with in-depth information on how Zoho Contracts can transform your contract management process.

In this e-book, you'll learn how to:

• Create contracts quickly and easily using pre-built templates.
• Negotiate contracts with your collaborators in real-time.
• E-sign contracts electronically for faster approvals.
• Manage contract expirations and renewals proactively.

Download your free Zoho Contracts e-book today and start transforming your contract lifecycle.

Join our insightful webinar series!

Prepare to elevate your business strategies with our upcoming webinar series focused on maximizing the potential of Zoho CRM.

Regardless of how large or small your business is, our sessions can help you build expertise and optimize your CRM use. The webinars will feature insights from industry experts and tangible success stories. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your CRM proficiency.

Book your spot now!

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Zoho MEA Team.