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Kingslake implements Infor SyteLine at HITEC Sensors in record time
HITEC Sensors, the pioneers in Advanced Sensor Solutions, can now successfully leverage the globally renowned end-to-end ERP platform Infor SyteLine for its integrated operations, following the successful deployment of the software by Kingslake. Kingslake, Sri Lanka’s leading manufacturing solutions experts, with its team of solutions specialists, ensured that HITEC was able to make a seamless transition of its processes, and go live well within the estimated period of delivery.
In leveraging the globally renowned Infor SyteLine ERP platform, HITEC Sensors stands to gain significant enhancements in the efficiency and quality of its manufacturing processes. Offering a wide range of capabilities from advanced planning and material management to financials, SyteLine delivers an entire suite of manufacturers’ needs within one deeply personalised package.
“For HITEC we have implemented the latest version of Infor SyteLine with all the core modules such as Inventory Management, Order Processing, Purchasing, Manufacturing and Finance, together with Advanced Planning & Scheduling, Quality Control, Production Data Collection, Document Management, etc.,” said Kingslake Vice President of Business Consulting, Shalika Pituwala. “This will allow HITEC to have full control over all of their processes like never before.”
“The software implementation team for HITEC comprised of our specialist engineering professionals who actively worked alongside the corporation, allowing for the successful completion and smooth deployment of the project on time,” she added.
Upul Tennakoon, General Manager of HITEC Sensors in Sri Lanka, who has been leading HITEC’s team in the country for the past decade, commented, “We are very pleased that Kingslake has successfully completed the implementation of Infor SyteLine ERP system, and we look forward to continuing our growing partnership with them.”
Anura Pahalage, HITEC Project Manager for SyteLine ERP implementation also commented, “It was a pleasure working with the Kingslake team who were very professional in delivering this project on time; one that is certainly going to enhance our pre-existing operations.” Anura leads the industrial manufacturing and business operations at the HITEC facility in Sri Lanka, and has extensive hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering as well as in process development.
Kingslake has been in the business of creating mission-critical software solutions for over 25 years; utilising that experience to build smart connected solutions that enable demand-driven excellence. The company delivers state-of-the-art solutions built with a mix of best-of-breed ERP systems, specialized software solutions, and experienced dynamic consultants. Kingslake’s team of experienced professionals always ensure that their customers gain a competitive edge by the clever use of software.
For nearly five decades HITEC Sensors has pioneered the design and manufacture of load cells, strain gauge-based force and torque sensors, instruments, and complete test systems as part of its broad portfolio of technology driving custom sensor solutions. Headquartered in Massachusetts, USA, the company has a specialist facility in Sri Lanka.
As a subsidiary of Humanetics, the global name in precision test systems and sensor solutions, HITEC Sensors is bolstered by a group with over 850 employees across 21 facilities strategically located around the world; with the global corporate headquarters situated in Michigan, USA.
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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