How Shakhes Law Firm streamlined operations and improved productivity using Zoho One for legal services
Client Profile
Shakhes is a Saudi-based law firm specializing in legal services. They adopted Zoho One for legal services to unify HR, finance, and client management processes under a single platform.
Overview
Shakhes, a law firm based in Saudi Arabia, was seeking a more user-friendly and integrated solution to replace its fragmented systems. With the help of IT Enablers Global (ITEG), they transitioned to Zoho One, leveraging Zoho CRM for client management, Books for accounting, People for HR solution, Sign for digital signature, and WorkDrive for online cloud storage.
Key Takeaways
- Unified platform for HR, finance, and client management
- Improved collaboration and automation
- Reduced operational complexity and cost
- Scalable solution with enterprise-grade features
Shakhes operates in the legal services sector and has previously used Microsoft Dynamics for accounting and Office 365 for communication. With a growing team and increasing operational demands, they needed a more intuitive and integrated system.
The firm explored Zoho Books independently and later engaged ITEG to expand its Zoho ecosystem. After a thorough evaluation, Zoho One was selected for its comprehensive suite and cost-effectiveness. The implementation included CRM, Books, People, Sign, and WorkDrive, with plans to scale from 8 to 9 users
Problem Statement and Key Challenges
Shakhes faced several operational inefficiencies:
- Disconnected systems
- Limited automation and manual workflows
- Lack of centralized data for decision-making
- Difficulty in scaling with existing tools
Evaluation of the Problem
ITEG conducted a detailed discovery session to understand Shakhes’ business processes, pain points, and goals. The team identified gaps in automation, reporting, and collaboration. A tailored solution was proposed using Zoho One to unify operations and improve efficiency.
Proposed Solution(s)
ITEG recommended Zoho One for its:
Zoho One’s integrated ecosystem allows seamless data flow and collaboration across departments
Implementation
The implementation of Zoho One for Shakhes followed a structured, phased approach to ensure clarity, efficiency, and alignment with the client’s business goals. IT Enablers Global (ITEG) adopted an iterative project management methodology, focusing on defining, configuring, and executing the solution with continuous client collaboration.
- Requirement & Gap Analysis – 2 weeks
- Configuration & Customization – 10 weeks
- Training & Go-Live – 2 weeks
- Online Training and post-go-live support.
Results
• Improved Efficiency: Automated workflows reduced manual tasks by 40%
• Better Collaboration: Teams now work from a unified platform
• Cost Savings: Consolidated licensing under Zoho One reduced software costs
• Scalability: Ready to scale from 8 to 9 users with minimal effort
“I would like to express my sincere appreciation to you and your outstanding team for your excellent collaboration, professionalism, and for delivering the project on time. Your dedication and commitment throughout were truly commendable, and it was a pleasure working with such a capable and cooperative team.
Wishing you continued success and prosperity in all your future endeavors.” – Shakhes Co. Law and Legal Consultants