RIYADH: Zoom’s global investments in the Saudi market have exceeded SR300 million ($80 million), according to Mohannad Al-Kalash, the company’s vice president for the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Pakistan, in remarks to Al-Eqtisadiah.
He said: “We have a strong focus on Saudi Arabia, particularly our partnership with Aramco, which has contributed to our presence in the region and to supporting local content. This partnership is considered one of the key initiatives we have contributed to.”
The executive confirmed that the company’s leadership of the METAP region gives the Kingdom a distinct strategic priority.
Al-Kalash revealed that the company’s projects are concentrated in technology infrastructure sectors, including the establishment of data centers in Saudi Arabia, in addition to efforts to develop talent and facilitate access for government entities to certified solutions.
He noted that localization in the company’s Saudi office has exceeded 84 percent, adding: “Saudis make up the majority of our workforce, and we are proud of this, as local talent is the foundation of our success in the region.”
350m users for the Zoom platform worldwide
Al-Kalash pointed out that Zoom currently serves more than 350 million users globally and now provides integrated unified communications services to various government and private entities in the Kingdom, including video meetings, audio conferences, and collaboration rooms, as well as instant messaging.
Zoom is one of the world’s leading video communication and virtual meeting platforms, enabling users to conduct video and audio meetings, host webinars, and share files and screens among participants.
Founded in 2011, the platform experienced rapid global growth during the COVID-19 pandemic as remote work and online learning became widespread, establishing itself as a key communication tool for businesses, educational institutions, and individuals around the world.
Saudi digital transformation is a ‘growth opportunity’
Al-Kalash emphasized strong growth opportunities in the Kingdom, stating that “the market is thriving, and with digital transformation, most of the population in Saudi Arabia relies heavily on applications.
He added: “This enhances our ability to operate through our own platform and other applications, and to deliver a seamless and secure communication experience for everyone.”
Since its launch, Zoom has rapidly become a leading global platform for video and audio communications.
The company provides integrated cloud-based solutions, including meetings, webinars, workspaces, and contact centers, as well as cloud telephony, with a strong emphasis on security and encryption.
