Business
ezBiz to help small business in partnership with NDB Bank
From left : Yasas Hewage (Think Cube Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.), Mithila Mendis – Chief Executive Officer (Think Cube Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.), Damitha Kariyawasam – Director (Think Cube Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.), Irshad Ally- Director (Think Cube Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.), Alex Lowell – Director, (Think Cube Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.), Dimantha Seneviratne, Director/Group CEO (NDB), Indika Ranaweera – Vice President – SME, Middle Markets and Business Banking (NDB), Damitha Silva – Assistance Vice President – Digital Financial Services (NDB), Madura Uduwaragedara, Manager – Micro Finance and SMEs
National Development Bank PLC, and ThinkCube Solutions (Pvt) Ltd, signed a partnership agreement to promote the breakthrough Cloud based Business Application ezBiz to NDB’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) customers. As a key endeavour within the ” Jayagamu Sri Lanka” initiative NDB hopes to increase the business robustness of the MSME sector of its customer base through the adoption of cutting edge technology, business tools and insights. NDB has selected the ezBiz application which has been developed ground up through extensive local input and adoption.
NDB’s continuous focus in adding value and supporting entrepreneurship will take a key turn with the introduction of this application as a solution among its toolbox and hopes to drive growth and resilience through insightful and intelligence based decision making by its MSME customers.
ezBiz is a comprehensive Cloud Application containing a wide range of modules and functions which provides businesses with the flexibility of managing their businesses processes from any location using any devices. The solution provides businesses with the ability to manage a differing range of user profiles, multiple locations and is also supplemented with a strong point of sale solutions and mobile applications
Commenting on the partnership, NDB Bank Director/Group CEO Dimantha Seneviratne said, “Developing the SME sector in Sri Lanka by providing tailor-made solutions has always been an important element of NDB credit propositions. That’s where NDB’s Jayagamu Sri Lanka initiative has really made head winds. These ERP solutions being provided to our clients will assist them in inventory and debtor management, payroll management, cash flow management and other essential accounting functions at their convenience. It would be a win-win solution where bank also can take comfort of these volumes when credit decisions are taken.
“This Partnership is a significant step in our effort to develop the MSME businesses across the country to face challenges as observed in the past few years, streamline their operations and stay lean and mean. We believe that our partnership provides a countrywide reach which will benefit many businesses in the country and permit NDB and thinkCube to augment our offering through mutual collaboration” said Alex Lovell, Director, thinkCube Systems (Pvt) Ltd.
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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