When the lights go down and the fighters step into the cage, Versus MMA delivers a world-class show. But until recently, the real fight was happening behind the scenes.

From chaotic file-sharing to scrambled communications, running one of Africa’s leading mixed martial arts promotions was tougher than it needed to be. That is, until Deimos stepped into the ring - helping Versus MMA unify their operations with the power of Google Workspace.

The Show Must Go On - But the Backstage Was in Chaos

Versus MMA is South Africa’s premier fight promotion. Known for high-energy events, rising talent, and explosive matchups, the brand plays a vital role in growing Africa’s MMA scene. But while the events looked seamless to fans, the back office was struggling to keep up.

Coordinating fight nights was a logistical brawl:

• Fighter contracts, medicals, weigh-ins, and venue logistics were scattered across spreadsheets, emails, and calls.
• Promotional content like high-res photos and fight videos took forever to approve due to clunky sharing systems.
• Internal comms were scattered between personal WhatsApp groups and overflowing inboxes.
• Sensitive data like fighter medical records and contracts were stored on local laptops - a huge risk.

In short: Versus MMA was trying to run premium fight nights with a toolkit that belonged in the amateur leagues.

Enter Deimos - and Google Workspace

Deimos partnered with Versus MMA to streamline operations, boost security, and train the team on smarter ways to collaborate. The solution? A tailored implementation of Google Workspace Business Standard - built for speed, clarity, and growth.

Together, we reimagined the Versus MMA digital workflow from top to bottom:

• Google Drive & Shared Drives: All critical files - from fighter contracts and medicals to sponsor decks and media assets - were moved to secure Shared Drives. No more “Where’s that file?” or “Who has the latest version?”
• Google Docs, Sheets & Slides: Real-time collaboration changed the game. Whether it was updating fight cards, adjusting budgets, or refining pitch decks, team members could co-edit, comment, and track changes in a single, always-up-to-date doc.
• Google Chat: Dedicated Spaces like “Fight Night Ops” brought together all stakeholders - production, media, logistics - in one place for fast decision-making and instant approvals. No more scrolling through 50-message WhatsApp threads.
• Google Meet: Remote interviews with fighters? Quick strategy syncs? Team training? All covered with seamless, high-quality video meetings, from Hartbeespoort to Cape Town.
• Google Calendar: Everything had a slot. From weigh-ins to content drops, calendars were synced and visible to all. No more schedule clashes or missed deadlines.

The Results? A Knockout

With a streamlined system in place, Versus MMA saw immediate wins:

• 25% faster event planning: No more chasing files or conflicting versions. Everything lives in one place, updated in real time.
• 40% quicker marketing approvals: Media teams now move at the speed of hype - creating and launching content while the buzz is hot.
• Improved security: Sensitive data is locked down in Shared Drives with granular permissions and no more local file risks.
• Better team cohesion: Whether onsite or remote, the entire Versus MMA team is now working in sync - as one unit.
• Cost savings & scalability: By ditching scattered tools and storage, Versus cut down on IT complexity and built a foundation ready for growth.

What the Client Had to Say

“Deimos helped us level up. Our ops are tighter, media’s quicker, and our team is locked in - whether at the cage or behind the scenes. Google Workspace gave us the backbone we needed to grow.”
- Janneman van den Berg, President, Versus Promotions

Why This Matters

Great MMA isn’t just about the fight - it’s about the framework. Promotions like Versus MMA are growing fast, often without the operational tools they need to scale. By implementing Google Workspace with Deimos, Versus MMA now has a futureproof system that grows with them.

Whether you’re managing global events or local talent, your back-office systems should work as hard as your team does. With the right partner and the right platform, the chaos fades - and the wins start stacking up.

Ready to Streamline Your Operations?

If your business is running on duct-taped tools and outdated systems, now’s the time to make a change. Deimos is here to help you deploy smarter, faster, and safer - with Google Workspace and beyond.

Click here to talk to us and let’s build a setup that’s ready to grow with you.