A Strategic Milestone!
Dubai, UAE — Zoho Corporation has officially launched its first data centres in the United Arab Emirates, marking a major milestone in the company’s long-term commitment to the region. The new facilities, located in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, are now live and operational, significantly strengthening Zoho’s cloud infrastructure footprint in the Middle East.
The launch forms part of Zoho’s AED 100 million investment plan, underscoring the company’s confidence in the UAE as a strategic digital and innovation hub for the future.
Supporting Data Sovereignty and Regulatory Compliance
The newly launched data centres are designed to enable local data storage, a critical requirement for organisations operating under strict regulatory frameworks. By hosting data within the country, Zoho enhances data sovereignty while ensuring:
- Faster Performance: Reduced latency for UAE-based users.
- Improved Reliability: Robust local infrastructure for business continuity.
- Stronger Security: Compliance with the UAE’s National Cybersecurity Agenda.
These facilities are certified by the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) and comply with leading international standards, including ISO 27001, ISO 22301, and CSA STAR Level 2. This framework allows Zoho to serve government, semi-government, and highly regulated enterprises with full confidence.
Powering 100+ Cloud-Based Solutions
The UAE data centres will host the full suite of Zoho’s business software portfolio, including its IT management and security division, ManageEngine. This capability allows organisations across all industries to adopt cloud technologies while maintaining full alignment with local data governance requirements.
Accelerating Digital Transformation Across Industries
With this infrastructure, Zoho is positioned to play a leading role in enabling digital transformation across key sectors:
- Government & Public Sector: Secure, in-country cloud services.
- Finance & Healthcare: Meeting strict data privacy and residency laws.
- Education & Enterprise: Scaling digital initiatives with lower latency.
Reinforcing Long-Term Commitment to the UAE
The data centre launch reflects Zoho’s strong growth momentum in the UAE market. By bringing infrastructure closer to the customer, Zoho reinforces its focus on delivering secure, compliant, and locally relevant cloud solutions tailored to the evolving needs of UAE organisations.
What This Means for Your Business
For businesses in the UAE, this launch removes the barriers to cloud adoption. Organisations can now leverage the power of Zoho’s ecosystem while ensuring their data never leaves the country, satisfying both internal IT policies and national regulations.
Would you like Al Fahad IT Consulting to help you migrate your existing Zoho data to the new UAE data centres to ensure full compliance with local regulations?
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