Egypt-based SaaS startup Qme has successfully raised $3 million in a seed funding round led by deep-tech company AHOY, alongside a group of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) angel investors. 

Qme, an AI-driven platform, is tackling one of the MENA region’s most persistent inefficiencies, long waiting times caused by outdated appointment booking and queuing systems.

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AHOY partnership: A strategic leap for regional expansion

Qme’s partnership with AHOY offers more than just financial backing. AHOY, a leading innovator in logistics, aviation, and traffic management, brings technological expertise and market access that will accelerate Qme’s expansion across the GCC and Africa. With AHOY’s multi-sector capabilities, Qme is set to penetrate complex markets and drive the adoption of digital queue management solutions.

Studies have revealed that individuals in the region lose an average of six months of their lives waiting in lines. Qme aims to redefine customer flow management across industries such as healthcare, banking, and government services. The platform’s data-driven approach has already proven its impact by reducing wait times from an average of 116 minutes to just 14 minutes while also cutting phone booking no-show rates from 31 percent to below 1 percent.

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Scaling innovation through the startup builder initiative

Qme is also a key participant in AHOY’s Startup Builder Initiative, a visionary program aimed at empowering 10,000 entrepreneurs and supporting 30,000 software developers across MENA by 2030. The initiative focuses on fostering innovation in key infrastructure sectors, including transportation, aviation, and smart city development.

The $3 million funding will fuel Qme’s technological advancements, operational growth, and strategic partnerships. As businesses and governments in the region increasingly seek efficient digital solutions, Qme’s AI-powered platform is poised to lead the transformation of appointment scheduling and queuing systems, ensuring a seamless and optimised customer experience.

By leveraging AI and automation, Qme is addressing inefficiencies and shaping the future of customer interaction in the MENA region. The startup’s success signals a broader shift towards tech-driven solutions that enhance productivity, reduce operational costs, and streamline services for millions of users.