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StrEdge Group offers businesses customized solutions to mitigate COVID – induced challenges
In a bid to mitigate COVID-induced risks faced by local businesses, StrEdge Group has introduced several service packages through their companies. This includes introduction of new governance models and interventions in bridging gaps in multiple businesses in terms of business strategy, processes, human resources, technology and finance, a StrEdge news release said.
The customized service package launched by StrEdge Advisory has helped save thousands of livelihoods generated by the SMEs, mid-corporates and corporates in these turbulent times by “taking them to safer waters,” remarked Director/CEO of StrEdge Advisory, Sumedha Wijesekera.
“We have taken stock of short, mid and long term strategies which will not only mitigate risks but also ensure sustainable growth of businesses,” he added. The approaches also help banks and lending institutions that work with these businesses in terms of utilization of credit proceeds through proper channels. “Our approach has become a risk mitigation tool for both the lender and the borrower,” noted the StrEdge CEO.
A home-grown company which prides itself in ‘Sri Lankan skill and capacity’, StrEdge offers a broad spectrum of services including Business Strategy Defining, Planning and Implementation, Human Resource Strategy for Corporates, Business Process Reengineering, Financial Restructuring and Advisory, Lean Six Sigma training and Certifications, Business Advisory, Technology Advisory, Design, Development and Implementation and Training in Leadership, Project Management and Operational Excellence. All these services are designed to help businesses and business leadership reach their true potential, the release said.
“We take pride in being a people centric solution provider sensitive to the Sri Lankan ecosystem. In this changing world with COVID and other unforeseen challenges, the expertise we offer as a home-grown solution provider, benchmarked with best international practices, help the country retain considerable foreign exchange which otherwise would go to expensive foreign consultants. We are also confident of providing services for overseas markets adhering to best international standards,” Wijesekera said.
He added that the company enables a ‘liberal and an ethical workplace’ where consultants are given the independence to bring out their true potential both in terms of skill and creativity to offer their clients the best of services.
Director, StrEdge Advisory, Janaka Epasinghe said that holistic solutions StrEdge offers from ‘people, process and technology’ perspective are geared to enrich product and service proposition of diverse businesses. “Especially in the present challenging business environment, managing businesses internally and externally is crucial and as solution providers, even during the most turbulent times as the pandemic hit, we have been able to create results.”
The SME-centric ERP solution developed and delivered by their technology company- StrEdge Tech is among the company’s special service portfolio. “This is not merely a system to automate the operation, but a tailor-made business solution to cater to individual business needs at an affordable price,” said Director, CEO, StrEdge Tech, Udaya Samaradivakara. “This user-friendly tool is designed to create visibility on business operations and decision-making for business owners and the management.”
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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