Indian tech entrepreneur Bhavin Turakhia is taking on one of software’s biggest markets with Neo, a new venture focused on building an AI-powered alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Apps.
Turakhia is reportedly investing $30 million of his own money into the company, signaling strong confidence in the opportunity to rethink everyday workplace tools with artificial intelligence at the center.
Why this matters
Office productivity software is used by millions of teams worldwide, but much of the category was designed before today’s AI capabilities. An AI-native suite could help workers draft, organize, summarize, search, and collaborate more efficiently.
- More competition: Neo could challenge entrenched productivity platforms.
- AI-first workflows: The product may be built around automation and intelligent assistance from the start.
- Enterprise focus: Turakhia’s background in business software gives the effort credibility.
While Neo is still an emerging challenger, the investment highlights a broader shift: AI is opening the door for new companies to reimagine even the most established software categories.