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Sampath Bank launches innovative Mini-POS Solution, empowering SMEs to boost sales and enhance customer experience
Responding to the increasing demand for digital payment solutions within the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector, Sampath Bank is the first bank in Sri Lanka to launch a MiniPOS device, proudly announcing the innovative bespoke mini-POS solution. These innovative systems, meticulously crafted to address the unique needs of SMEs, empower businesses to streamline transactions and enhance customer experiences.
As SMEs continue to play an increasingly pivotal role in the market, Sampath Bank recognises the importance of providing affordable and user-friendly payment solution. Developed with portability, versatility, and ease of use in mind, the mini-POS solution offer SMEs a convenient avenue to accept payments from customers, thereby driving sales and revenue growth. Customers can seamlessly process transactions over multiple payment schemes such as Visa, Mastercard, China Union Pay, JCB, Lanka QR, and UPI networks is also another important feature of this handy portable device.
Shiran Kossinna, Assistant General Manager of the Card Centre at Sampath Bank, shared his insights on the initiative, stating, “At Sampath Bank, we are committed to supporting the growth and success of SMEs. Our mini-POS solution not only cater to the specific needs of this segment but also align with government efforts to modernise payment channels, ultimately fostering financial inclusion.”
In addition, Sampath Bank’s mini-POS solution offers a range of features to meet the diverse needs of businesses. These include portability, as the compact and lightweight systems are ideal for various business such as pop-up shops by entrepreneurs, grocery stores, boutiques, delivery/courier companies, event vendors, and outdoor markets, ensuring a convenient payment option wherever customers go, supporting multiple payment methods, including contactless payments (NFC), chip cards, and payments via mobile wallet (QR), thereby enhancing the overall shopping experience. Furthermore, the mini-POS systems enable faster transactions, crucial in busy environments during peak shopping times or events with high foot traffic, ensuring quick and efficient payments. Lastly, advanced security features safeguard customer data during transactions, providing peace of mind for both businesses and customers.
By offering a modern and efficient payment solution tailored for SMEs, Sampath Bank focuses on empowering these entrepreneurs. This is achieved by boosting sales through enhanced customer experience, providing a convenient payment solution, reducing checkout times, and streamlining the payment process. Additionally, Sampath Bank supports government initiatives to digitalise domestic payment channels. They aim to expand market reach by offering a portable and versatile mini-POS solution and differentiate themselves from competitors by providing a cost-effective and user-friendly system, with merchants who acquired the POS machine on or before 31st August 2024 receiving six months of free rental.
As Sampath Bank continues to pioneer advancements in digital payments, SMEs can look forward to a future of enhanced efficiency, flexibility, convenience, and growth opportunities.
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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