Zoho People is a cost-effective global HR suite that extends into the wider Zoho ecosystem; regional payroll and hardware needs are delivered through certified partners.
Chennai, India
2008
Global, with GCC delivery via partners
Cost-effective global platform; requires partner for WPS payroll and biometric hardware integration.
Best for Cost-sensitive teams wanting a wider suite.
Pros
Cons
AED 22k – 30k / year
6 – 10 weeks (via partner)
Setup fee: Partner-quoted, typically AED 10k – 15k
Weeks 1–4
Core HR configuration and data migration.
Weeks 5–8
Partner-led WPS payroll and biometric integration.
Weeks 9–10
Testing, training and go-live.
Checked against the must-have requirements captured for Northwind Health (Healthcare) at intake.