Axiata Digital Labs joins FITIS to uplift digital transformation initiatives

The Federation of Information Technology Industry Sri Lanka (FITIS) recently announced its corporate partnership with Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) to promote collaborative projects to uplift digital transformation initiatives in Sri Lanka. 

FITIS Chairman Abbas Kamrudeen

Axiata Digital Labs Chief Executive Officer Thushera Kawdawatta

FITIS Chairman Abbas Kamrudeen said: “The partnership comes into effect at a time when digital transformation is perceived as an absolute necessity for businesses to stay resilient during the unprecedented outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. With many nations being impetus on building a digital nation, to boost innovation and economic growth and achieve such vision requires collaboration with top notch experts in the ICT Industry.”

“Looking at the bright side of the picture, the ‘new normal’ brings about many opportunities for the ICT Sector with the hyper acceleration of demand for technologies. Today we are able to witness people and traders using online platforms to trade, small traders using messaging platforms, corporates using virtual conferences and knowledge-sharing online platforms to keep things moving, educators doing online tutorials, doctors doing online channelling, hospitals using robotics to get closer to patients, people using social media to communicate with friends and families, online banking recommended to help prevent the spread of the epidemic, and the list continues,” he added.

Axiata Digital Labs Chief Executive Officer Thushera Kawdawatta said: “The impetus given by the global pandemic has brought in unprecedented unrest to the economic condition, and now the time to ‘wait and see’ is over and it’s time to act, unite and reboot’.” 

He continued to say: “We hope this partnership will connect our brands, foster interaction and build strong communities throughout the IT Industry, adding value to the industry and businesses across the country and beyond.” “At a juncture where countries envision to strengthen the ICT ecosystem, new collaboration like this will undoubtedly help us to accelerate our journeys. We are indeed enthusiastic about our collaboration with ADL and look forward to working towards supporting Sri Lanka’s ICT industry growth,” FITIS CEO Aruna Alwis added.

FITIS, as the apex body of the ICT sector in the country, covering all major industry segments such as system integrators, hardware vendors, software development firms, training and education institutes, digital service companies, telco and other communication companies, office automation vendors and ICT professional bodies, offers many ICT skill-building initiatives locally and within the region for its membership and the future generations. 

Axiata Digital Labs places itself as an innovative software service provider, offering telco-focused digital and IT services and solutions that enable individuals, enterprises, associates and the society. With over 750 professionals spread across four countries, ADL helps global customers in the space of telecommunications, digital services and financial services. Its convergent digital design experiences, innovative platforms and reusable assets connect numerous technologies to deliver tangible business value and experience to customers. 

Axiata Digital Labs is the technology hub of Axiata Group Berhad Malaysia, which is one of the leading groups in telecommunications in Asia with approximately 350 million subscribers in eleven countries with a staff of 27,000 and annual revenue of $ 5.8 billion. In pursuit of Axiata’s vision to be a ‘New Generation Digital Champion’ by 2020, Axiata Digital Labs positions itself as a key driver to deliver a range of innovative telecommunication products and services.