Business
N-able’s people-focused strategy enables resounding success in 2022
N-able, one of Sri Lanka’s most resilient and innovative technology solutions companies, wraps up a very successful year by adding value to its people, customers and business stakeholders, amidst the challenging socioeconomic circumstances encountered in 2022. The Company’s efforts have enhanced the lives and skillsets of its people while ensuring that N-able’s overseas business operations gained steady momentum. As a direct result of its people-centric, customer-driven philosophy, the Company now looks forward to 2023 with a positive outlook.
Commenting on the organisation’s outlook and prospects, Chief Executive of N-able, Asanka Bimal Rajasinghe said, “By nurturing our people, our most valuable asset, N-able’s outlook for 2023 is very positive, as we approach our 15th year of operations. We have created an exciting and future-facing company culture, which is also an environment for innovation. During 2022, we have enhanced our global business initiatives, with several new geographies being considered for further expansion. More importantly, it has been our top priority to stand by our people during challenging times, while continuing to invest in the development of our human capital. This has placed us in a strong position to take advantage of the many opportunities that are presented to us.”
Despite a challenging year, the N-able team was granted increments and promotions recognizing merits and hard work. Moreover, considering the difficulties faced by its team during the economic crisis, N-able provided a 30% cost of living allowance to its staff during the most crucial months of the economic crisis.
The Company also continued its investments in learning and development for its team, staying true to its committment to fostering a learning culture through regular knowledge-sharing sessions conducted by both in-house resources and industry experts, focusing on more than just work, by including topics such as personal finance, emotional well-being at the workplace, and public speaking.
Understanding the importance of camaraderie and fellowship, N-able also ensured that its recreational and social calendar, spearheaded by the N-able Recreational Club, remained full and active, to ensure work-life balance and exceptional employee engagement. Events such as regular get-togethers, movie nights, staff trips, and a vibrant year-end party focused on children of the team members, filled the event calendar throughout the year.
“Work should be fun and engaging, and people should enjoy what they do. That’s what we strive for here at N-able,” added Rajasinghe, commenting on the Company’s commitment to work-life balance. “We keep moving forward on the road of fostering a unique work culture, and we are committed to creating world-class opportunities for skilled professionals”.
Founded in 2008, in Colombo, N-able is a technology solutions company that now operates out of Singapore, with a global market presence in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the Middle East and East Asia. The Company is now home to a team of 300+ skilled professionals, who have successfully delivered key technologically transformational projects in Asia, across industries such as Telecom, Government, Banking and Finance, and Enterprise sectors. The team has handled large infrastructure projects including Tier III Data Centres, and nationwide deployment of government finance and taxation systems, and is also working on cutting-edge new and emerging technologies such as robotic process automation and data analytics. N-able is a global partner for many principal technology brands and brings value addition through the creation of high-level partnerships to deliver integrated solutions to its global clientele.
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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