published on May 03, 2024
By José Junior andSocrates Felix
It’s no news that technology is increasingly more present in people’s lives and that many tasks that used to be performed in person are now performed via virtual, automized service. This is how relationships between consumers and banks, utility concessionary companies, and e-commerce currently work.
Public service, in general, and registry offices, in particular, have always set higher standards regarding technological advances. Therefore, certain amazement exists whenever a type of innovation breaks this barrier and overcomes a previously consolidated bureaucratic paradigm.
This is undoubtedly the case of the Empresa Mais Simples program, established by the Registry of Commerce of the State of Ceará (JUCEC), in this context, the possibility of opening companies via WhatsApp was announced during a Permanent Forum for Micro and Small companies meeting in Ceará.
How does it work?
The possibility of opening companies via WhatsApp was established to enhance the Empresa Mais Simples Program, created in the State of Ceará in 2018. This promises to formalize a low-risk business in up to 5 minutes. This tool includes services such as:
• business registration before the Registry of Commerce;
• tax enrollments before the Treasury Office and Finance Department;
• the obtainment of work permits from the Municipal Government;
• environmental and public health licensing from the Health and Environment Departments; and
• a certificate of good standing issued by the Fire Department.
The new functionality can be accessed at (85) 3108-2920 on WhatsApp. Interested parties must have an account with GOV.BR.
All requests are answered through an automatic message flow managed by a chatbot and end when the company is opened.
What types of companies can be opened via WhatsApp?
Low-risk companies, meaning companies having a low risk of causing bodily harm, endangering people’s health, or causing damage to the environment, can be opened via WhatsApp.
Which cities have adopted this new system?
As communicated by the Registry of Commerce of the State of Ceará (JUCEC), the cities of Sobral, Aquiraz, Eusébio, Baturité, Caucaia, São Gonçalo do Amarante, Itapipoca, Amontada, Acaraú, Mombaça, Quixeramobim, Ipu, and Maracanaú have adopted this initiative.
Innovative technology means more convenience and responsibilities
Bureaucracy has been increasingly migrating to digital platforms, eliminating paper documents and establishing communication channels that require special attention and a permanent connection with multiple systems from companies. Therefore, constant vigilance is needed to avoid complications for businesses due to any formal details that may be overlooked.
PLBrasil Paralegal has qualified professionals and trained teams that offer all the required support for opening and operating your company. It also offers its clients, through its Digital Platform, a HUB where all corporate documents and history are concentrated and permanently available, facilitating control and operation.
The PLBrasil Group is available to assist you with this and other obligations through the channels below:
+55 (11) 3292-5050
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