Zoom Workplace

Founded in 2011 by Eric Yuan, a former executive at Cisco's Webex division, Zoom Video Communications was born out of a desire to create a more user-friendly and reliable video conferencing experience. The company quickly rose to prominence due to its 'mobile-first' design and ability to function effectively even on low-bandwidth networks. While originally targeted at corporate environments, it became a household name and a critical global utility during the 2020 pandemic.

As a digital software product, Zoom is developed and maintained primarily in the United States, though it utilizes a global network of data centers to facilitate its services. The brand remains under the ownership of its founding entity, Zoom Video Communications, Inc., which is a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ. Over the years, the product has evolved from a simple meeting tool into 'Zoom Workplace,' an AI-powered collaboration platform that integrates team chat, phone, and whiteboarding.