INSURANCE SECTOR
A pandemic is not included in the scope of insurance and usually, any such cover is excluded from policies. But the coronavirus of 2019
GENDER PARITY
A society can’t thrive if half its population has been marginalised. This includes vital conversations such as reducing the gender gap
FMCG SECTOR
The FMCG sector is faced with many challenges in the current environment due to the rising cost of raw materials and packaging
MARITIME SECTOR
There is a shift in demand for seafarers among shipowners and managers. They are now looking to move away from larger seafaring
APPAREL INDUSTRY
THE EVOLVING GROWTH CURVE Pubudu De Silva elaborates on why Sri Lanka is…
AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY
“The pandemic hit Sri Lanka very hard... given that we entered it on shaky legs after the Easter Sunday attacks, which stifled tourism
INSURANCE SECTOR
Digitisation is the future of all sectors. This will have a positive impact with efficient and convenient services, less wastage and greater
HR PROFESSION
Building a corporate brand is about creating a strong identity that inspires a specific perception of the organisation. Committing to
REAL ESTATE SECTOR
We are beginning to see an increase in the number of people investing in properties outside Colombo – mostly in beach and hill country
SRI LANKANS OVERSEAS
Absolutely! However, the government has to put forward a robust plan to support small businesses by means of subsidies and tax breaks
HEALTHCARE SECTOR
COVID-19 reached Sri Lanka’s shores as it was recovering from the impact of the Easter Sunday terror attacks of 2019. The pandemic
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Define the role of public relations: PR is about building, maintaining and managing the reputation of an entity with a little storytelling
SHIPPING INDUSTRY
It’s at the crossroads due to delayed decisions and policy inconsistency. And it has continued to be a transhipment hub, being slow in
MARKETING PROFESSION
In my view, there are two categories of SMEs operating in Sri Lanka. The first encompasses established businesses confined to certain
DEVELOPMENT AGENDA
Sri Lanka’s economy had recently been termed a ‘ticking time bomb.’ Rating agencies such as Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings and
BANKING SECTOR
Though it’s a very challenging environment, the banking sector is holding itself accountable by fulfilling its duty as a key
ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY
In my view, it’s not about trends. Globally, only brave brands and agencies completely reinvented themselves to stay relevant once
SRI LANKANS OVERSEAS
My view is that Sri Lanka is resilient enough to face and manage crises effectively compared to other countries. And if a proper plan
DAIRY SECTOR
Compiled by Isanka Perera A SELF-SUSTAINING ISLAND Ariyaseela Wickramanayake emphasises the need to opt for…
AVIATION INDUSTRY
According to a report released by travel data and analytics company Cirium, COVID-19 reduced airline passenger traffic to levels that
