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Microsoft launches Dynamics 365 Business Central in Sri Lanka
With digital transformation more important than ever, organizations of all sizes in Sri Lanka are seeking cost-effective, streamlined systems that will make their transition seamless. To help them adapt and stay resilient in dynamic business environments, Microsoft introduced its platform Dynamics 365 Business Central to help Sri Lankan businesses modernize their processes, make smarter decisions, and accelerate growth.
At the virtual launch event, participants learnt how the platform boosts efficiency with automated tasks and workflows to gain a complete view of business with connected data, business analytics, and guidance delivered by Microsoft’s leading intelligent technologies.
“At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more,” said Sook Hoon Cheah, General Manager, Southeast Asia New Markets, Microsoft Asia Pacific. “Small and medium businesses (SMBs) make up a substantial component of Sri Lanka’s economy, accounting for over 75% of all businesses with over one million SMBs. They can be found in all areas of the economy and account for roughly 45 percent of overall employment in Sri Lanka. We are confident that Dynamics 365 Business Central will be able to support such businesses, to connect their financials, sales, service, and operations to streamline business processes and improve customer interactions.”
Dynamics 365 Business Central is a single, end-to-end solution for managing business processes, and part of Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 range of business applications. The platform integrates with other Microsoft cloud services including Office 365 and can be customized or extended for specific industry needs with PowerApps, Microsoft Flow and Power BI.
Microsoft officials Sandeep Basu (Product Marketing Lead – Dynamics 365, Asia Pacific region) and Afif Mohamed Ali (Dynamics 365 Lead, Southeast Asia New Markets Dynamics) shared the latest innovations and capabilities behind the all-new platform.
“We understand the challenge of growing a business, trying to guarantee success while balancing many aspects of its operations,” said Sandeep Basu, Product Marketing Lead – Dynamics 365, Microsoft Asia Pacific. “The success of Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Business Central solution is due to its unique ability to offer the depth of integrated business applications required, as well as fully integrated analytics, productivity, and IoT solutions, at cloud efficiency and scale. Our platform is built on a set of trusted, proven technologies that have served more than 160,000 organizations of various sizes and millions of users worldwide.”
The final session of the event featured a panel discussion on the best practices and insights for the platform’s successful end-user technology adoption. The panel of speakers consisted of Conrad Dias (Director, LOLC Holdings & Director/CEO, LOLC Finance) and Enrico Lisk (Director – Digital Transformation, ZILLIONe). The panelists also shared how each of their companies were accelerating digital transformation, to ensure resiliency and business continuity to meet the constant changes in a dynamic business environment.
For more on information on Dynamics 365 Business Central, visit www.dynamics.microsoft.com/business-central.
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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