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Dialog Enterprise partners with Fortinet to launch Next-Generation Firewall as a Service in Sri Lanka
Dialog Enterprise, the corporate ICT solutions arm of Dialog Axiata PLC, in partnership with Fortinet®, a global leader in broad, integrated, and automated cybersecurity solutions, announced the launch of Next-Generation Firewall as a Service (NGFWaaS) in Sri Lanka. Powered by FortiGate NGFW, the installation of this new virtual firewall which is six times faster, will enable Dialog Enterprise to offer cloud-based security to any edge at any scale. It will also deliver unparalleled AI-powered security performance and threat intelligence with complete visibility and secure networking convergence to customers across Sri Lanka, with uninterrupted uptime, even during power outages.
The cybersecurity skills shortage, coupled with the increasing specialization required to manage growing security infrastructure, is opening up new opportunities for managed security service providers (MSSPs) in Sri Lanka. Companies across industries are looking at MSSPs to cost-effectively deliver managed security and monitoring services to protect customer data, infrastructure, and users— regardless of who, where, when, and how IT assets are accessed. As Sri Lanka digitizes, Dialog’s Next-Generation Firewall as a Service (NGFWaaS) will help businesses improve their security posture, reduce complexity, manage costs, and, more importantly, confidently accelerate their digitization efforts with secure internet access.
Vishak Raman, Vice President of Sales, India, SAARC & Southeast Asia at Fortinet, adds, “As organizations move more applications and data to the cloud; they are also realizing the benefits of embedding security within their cloud infrastructure. This is opening unprecedented market opportunities for Fortinet and its partners. With this partnership, Dialog can now deliver a broad range of security services with minimal cost and staff time to their customers across Sri Lanka and be prepared to address their current and future cybersecurity needs effectively.”
“Cybersecurity has become a board level concern for most organizations,” says Navin Pieris, Group Chief Officer – Dialog Enterprise, Dialog Axiata PLC. “They want to be sure that their business is protected, and their digital assets, intellectual property and customer data are secured. FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls deliver seamless AI/ML-powered security and networking convergence over a single operating system and provide the highest ROI and lowest latency, across our enterprise portfolio. Being the only Fortinet managed security service provider in Sri Lanka, we are already seeing the adoption of our services by enterprise customers across all industries in the country.”
Dialog NGFWaaS is a fully managed service designed for hyper-scale and high-performance networks with 99.9% availability and on-demand scalability for enterprises on a ramp. Tightly integrated with Dialog Enterprise cloud services, NGFWaaS security solutions can be integrated with legacy network architectures and other security solutions and comes with 24/7 after-sales assistance and support and provides significant operational cost savings by being hosted at the Dialog Data Center. These services are available with several flexible deployment options, LKR billing and guaranteed service-level agreements (SLAs) that can be customized to fit the needs of every individual enterprise customer.
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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