Zong, Pakistan’s leading technology innovation company, has officially launched Z SAIS Cloud, the country’s first fully business-ready native cloud platform, in a high-profile event held in Lahore. This launch underscores Zong’s strategic commitment to fostering a truly digital Pakistan by delivering locally hosted cloud solutions designed to meet the needs of enterprises across various sectors. The platform boasts enterprise-grade performance, robust security features, and integrated artificial intelligence capabilities, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s cloud computing landscape.
The event was attended by prominent members of Lahore’s business community, industry experts, and media representatives, who praised the platform’s innovative features and the user-friendly experience offered through Z SAIS Cloud’s one-window console. This interface simplifies the activation and management of native cloud services, enabling businesses to deploy solutions quickly and efficiently. Current users of Z SAIS Cloud also shared their positive experiences, highlighting the platform’s reliability, low latency, and readiness to support demanding business operations.
A major highlight of the launch was the signing of six strategic partnerships on stage, symbolizing a collaborative effort to accelerate cloud innovation in Pakistan. The event also included interactive activities that engaged attendees and showcased enthusiasm for adopting cloud technology as a key driver of digital transformation.
Z SAIS Cloud stands out as a feature-rich native cloud platform offering over 40 solutions across more than seven domains. The locally hosted platform enables seamless activation of services such as Kubernetes, Firewall, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Disaster Recovery, Backup Services, and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure in a matter of hours. A notable differentiator of Z SAIS Cloud is its flexible pricing model, which supports multiple currencies including Pakistani Rupees (PKR), US Dollars (USD), and Chinese Renminbi (RMB), setting it apart from global hyperscalers.
The infrastructure supporting Z SAIS Cloud is based within Pakistan, with two availability zones: a Tier-3 certified data center in Islamabad and a facility in Lahore that meets international standards. This local hosting ensures enhanced data security and compliance with regional regulations. As Pakistan’s only truly business-ready cloud platform, Z SAIS Cloud integrates core capabilities across compute, storage, business continuity, network, and security. It also features auto resource scaling, allowing businesses to dynamically adjust resources based on demand without manual intervention.
During the launch, Farooq Raza Khan, Head of Business Solutions at Zong, emphasized the immense potential of cloud technology in Pakistan’s near future. He stated that the country is on the brink of a cloud revolution, driven by increasing digital transformation initiatives across both public and private sectors. Khan highlighted that as telecom and cloud services converge globally, Zong is well-positioned to lead this transformation domestically by offering advanced cloud infrastructure through Z SAIS Cloud. He described the platform as a critical enabler that will allow Pakistani businesses to unlock new digital opportunities and support the growth of the national economy.
Looking ahead, Zong announced plans to invest further in cutting-edge technologies such as GPU-powered virtual machines, Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS), Big Data analytics, and AI-integrated cloud solutions. These investments aim to elevate Z SAIS Cloud to become the most advanced and comprehensive cloud platform in Pakistan, driving innovation and enabling digital growth across industries.
The launch of Z SAIS Cloud marks a pivotal step in Pakistan’s digital evolution, providing businesses with a powerful, secure, and scalable cloud platform that is fully tailored to local market needs. As adoption grows, Zong’s initiative is expected to play a central role in accelerating Pakistan’s transition into a competitive digital economy.
