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Enterprise Analytics and IFS highlight the business value of IFS Cloud at customer event
Enterprise Analytics and IFS successfully hosted their first customer summit, which brought together many business leaders from across various industries. The event, which was designed to highlight the business benefits of IFS Cloud, was held at the Hilton Colombo.
Speakers from both organizations and current customers, the Silvermill Group, shared insights on the product roadmap, key features, implementation strategies, the value of choosing the right implementation partner, and the business value generated by utilizing IFS Cloud.
Speaking about the event, Eranda Maldeniya, Director of Enterprise Analytics, said, “I’m happy with the participation we received. It simply shows that keeping up to date with the latest technology is critical for a business to maintain a competitive edge regardless of which industry you are in. This is why we conceived Evergreen. It was a way for us to help inform some of our nation’s most prominent companies about the best-in-class technology available to them that can help unlock their true potential.”
“We believe IFS Cloud can play a significant role in making them more competitive locally as well as on the world stage, thereby securing their future growth and stimulating the long-term economic growth of Sri Lanka. When they do better, we all do better,” he added.
IFS Cloud’s state-of-the-art Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) capabilities are designed according to industry best practices with a concrete framework that leverages a mobile-first environment. The platform gives an organization complete control over its data and the ability to access it anywhere in the world using any device. Ultimately, the solution helps management achieve a seamless workplace experience for their employees and reduces business complexity, cost and risk.
“We were thrilled to partner with Enterprise Analytics on Evergreen,” said Uthpala Kumara, Head of Sales and Partnerships, IFS South Asia. “Events like this help share vital knowledge that can accelerate a company’s digital transformation and improve its competitiveness in the marketplace. IFS Cloud was designed to offer companies an uncomplicated path towards becoming more data-driven and help improve innovation. It is a scalable solution that can be used across all business functions and connect global operations. We believe it will facilitate companies in delivering exceptional moments of service.”
IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for companies worldwide which manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. Within a single platform, its industry-specific products are innately connected to a single data model and use embedded digital innovation so businesses can be their best when it matters to their customers—at the Moment of Service™.
Enterprise Analytics is an ERP and software development company that delivers strategic change to businesses globally. The company’s team of IFS-certified consultants have the deep domain knowledge and extensive experience needed to accommodate the unique needs of organizations across a myriad of industries. With offices in Asia, the Middle East, Australia, the UK and America, EA’s specialist teams are able to deliver exceptional service across geographies. This broad reach has also allowed the company to offer 24×7 global support, thus guaranteeing their promise of Transformation Driven by People.
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In a groundbreaking achievement for Sri Lanka’s IT and electronics manufacturing industry, EWIS Colombo Ltd, the country’s first and only local computer manufacturer, has successfully exported its first consignment of locally built laptops to Zimbabwe.
This landmark event not only positions Sri Lanka as an emerging force in global IT hardware manufacturing but also highlights EWIS’s commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence on the international stage.
This historic shipment, dispatched from EWIS’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Samajasewapura, Sooriyawewa, underscores the company’s dedication to delivering world-class technology solutions. With over 11 years of expertise in manufacturing and assembly, EWIS Colombo Ltd has played a pivotal role in driving Sri Lanka’s ICT sector forward. As a Board of Investment (BOI) Section 17-approved company, EWIS has established the country’s first and only local computer manufacturing plant, paving the way for the nation’s growth in high-tech exports.
Speaking on this momentous achievement, Sanjeewa Wickramanayake, Chairman of EWIS Colombo Ltd, said: “This milestone is not just for EWIS but for Sri Lanka as a whole. It proves that our country has the talent, capability, and ambition to manufacture and export high-quality IT products, competing confidently on the global stage. As we continue expanding beyond local markets, we take immense pride in showcasing Sri Lanka’s excellence in technology and innovation to the world. EWIS’s commitment to world-class quality is reinforced by its ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, CE, FCC, and RoHS certifications, ensuring compliance with international quality, safety, and environmental standards.”
Speaking further he said:
“For nearly four decades, EWIS has been a trailblazer in Sri Lanka’s ICT sector, delivering cutting-edge solutions for education, businesses, and government enterprises.
With over 11 years of local manufacturing and assembly expertise, EWIS has continuously refined its capabilities to produce high-quality, internationally competitive IT hardware. The successful export to Zimbabwe represents a bold step toward expanding EWIS’s global footprint, reinforcing Sri Lanka’s potential as a world-class technology and manufacturing hub.”
The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), a pioneer in healthcare training for over 23 years, has partnered with the University of Surrey, UK, to revolutionise healthcare education in Sri Lanka and the broader South Asian region. This will create a world-class academic pathway for aspiring nursing and healthcare professionals, as well as young individuals seeking careers in the field. Under this agreement, IIHS and the University of Surrey will introduce a series of academic initiatives to enhance healthcare training and accessibility.
These include delivering internationally recognised nursing programmes that allow Sri Lankan and regional students to earn globally competitive qualifications in Sri Lanka.
Commenting on the move, Dr. Kithsiri Edirisinghe, CEO & Dean of Undergraduate Studies at IIHS, said: “This MOU marks a significant step in our mission to deliver world-class healthcare education to Sri Lanka and the region. IIHS remains dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare professionals and fostering global healthcare leadership.” Dr. Shelini Surendran, Associate Dean (International) at the University of Surrey, emphasised: “Sri Lanka is establishing itself as a regional education hub, and this partnership ensures students across Asia can access top-tier UK healthcare education at IIHS. By bridging academic excellence with accessibility, we provide students with a clear pathway to their professional goals.”
Dialog Television, Sri Lanka’s #1 Pay-TV service provider, has partnered with Emerging Media to enhance the convenience and effectiveness of advertising. This collaboration brings together Dialog Television’s world-class entertainment, featuring 18 advertisable channels across genres such as movies, edutainment, kids, music, sports, and local content, with Emerging Media’s expertise in digital advertising and targeted marketing. This synergy creates a seamless platform for businesses to maximize brand exposure across multiple channels.
With a reach of over 1.7 million households, Dialog Television provides advertisers with a powerful avenue to engage diverse audiences. Brands can place advertisements on leading international and local channels such as &flix, Star Movies, TLC, Animal Planet, AXN, Zee Café, Comedy Central, Star Plus, A+, Nickelodeon, Star Vijay, Zee Tamil, Star Sports, Ten Cricket, Sony SIX, ThePapare TV, Channel One, Citi Hitz and Channel C. Through this partnership, Emerging Media will facilitate advertising sales, allowing businesses to target specific viewer segments while simplifying the media buying process with a single point of contact.
Commenting on the partnership, Lim Li San, Group Chief Operating Officer at Dialog Axiata PLC, stated, “As Sri Lanka’s premier Pay-TV service provider, we serve more than 1.7 million households with over 6 million pairs of captive eyeballs across Sri Lanka. Today, we are excited to embark on this partnership with Emerging Media to avail our Dialog Television platform and brand strength to provide quality advertisement exposure and customer engagement to local businesses across Sri Lanka.”
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