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Basilur Tea streamlines operations with Infor CSI implemented by Kingslake
Leading IT and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experts, Kingslake announced a breakthrough partnership with globally renowned Pure Ceylon Tea brand, Basilur Tea, to streamline manufacturing operations through the implementation of the Infor CloudSuite Industrial (CSI) Quickstart solution.
Kingslake has introduced next-generation seamlessly connected manufacturing technology capable of enabling advanced, highly flexible solutions and functionality that is essential for remaining competitive in a technologically driven environment.
Kingslake will host a free webinar that will provide comprehensive insights into how Infor CloudSuite can drastically improve planning and management of people, machines, and tools across a manufacturing supply chain.
The free webinar scheduled for October 16 from 3-5 pm will also detail out how enterprises can leverage the solution to reduce lead-time in manufacturing, minimize overheads, reduce work-in-progress and finished goods inventory and ultimately increase throughput in order to achieve expanded profitability in any manufacturing enterprise.
Speaking on the potential of Infor CSI Quickstart to catalyze growth at scale among Sri Lanka’s key business sectors, Kingslake CEO, Duleep Fernando said: “Advancements in these technologies means that impactful solutions are more cost-effective and within reach of businesses of any size. For example, we offer special modular user licensed based pricing, which enables a more cost-effective approach to transforming manufacturing businesses.”
He noted that the transformations initiated by Infor CSI Quickstart would ultimately deliver greater competitive advantage through increased efficiency and agility.
Represented by Kingslake in Sri Lanka, Infor is a global leader in providing highly effective, cutting-edge business applications, which can be configured to meet the demands of a wide range of industries.
Infor CSI QuickStart – previously known as SyteLine – is a solution designed to ensure that industrial and manufacturing organizations have deeply personalized solution to meet their business-specific needs with role-based information, a personalized user experience, familiar tools, common navigation and last-mile industry capabilities that are built-in.
Basilur is a world-renowned brand of superior quality tea and herbal infusions with decades of experience producing and exporting the finest quality Ceylon tea. As the organisation has grown both in size and scope it has found it necessary to incorporate new technology that will enable it to advance its operation.
Commenting on the powerful benefits enabled through the implementation of Infor CSI Quickstart, Basilur Tea Director Operations Sumith Jayawickrama said: “Since our integrated manufacturing project came online, we have been able to significantly optimize production while staying on top of shifting market dynamics. This has allowed us to cover everything from smaller orders to large pack sizes, thereby giving us improved flexibility to simultaneously cater to the changing preferences of modern-tea consumers across the globe.”
Speaking of the advantages of Infor CSI Quickstart, Senior Project Manager, Shalika Pituwala said: “There’s no room for error in today’s highly competitive manufacturing sectors. That’s why we create and implement leading-edge digital technology that delivers solutions to simplify complex supply chains and helps businesses deliver on time, every time.”
Since its inception in 1994, Kingslake has focused on providing software to help mid-sized manufacturing companies grow. They deliver state-of-the-art solutions built with a mix of best-of-breed ERP systems, specialized software solutions and experienced dynamic consultants. Today Kingslake continues to build and deliver fit-for-purpose software that enables customers to increase the visibility of their operations, be it customer service, inventory management, planning, procurement, manufacturing, engineering, HR, transport or finance.
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.
Business
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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