D Samson & Sons Selects Inivos as Strategic Partner for IFS ERP Cloud Upgrade

Colombo, Monday 28th October 2024: Cementing its position as a key industry leader in the digital landscape that offers business transformation solutions, Inivos Consulting (Pvt) Ltd, penned down an agreement with D. Samson & Sons Pvt Ltd, the main marketing and distribution arm of the DSI Samson Group, to streamline and drive operational excellence through the implementation of IFS Cloud solutions.

D.Samson & Sons has a strong retail, wholesale and online presence with unmatched distribution and warehousing capabilities complimented by its 1500+ workforce. The product segments that the company serves include footwear, apparel, socks, tyres, bags and other accessories. The company caters to locally manufactured multiple local brands including DSI and a number of well-known international brands. The agreement was signed by Thusitha Rajapaksa, Managing Director of D. Samson & Sons Pvt Ltd, and Asanga Marasinghe, Chief Executive Officer of Inivos.

“We’re not just solving today’s problems; we’re building a foundation for the future. With open communication, dedication, and preparation, I am confident we will achieve our goals and transform our company,” said Thusitha Rajapaksa, Managing Director of DSS.

Pradeep Samarathunga, General Manager also speaking at the ceremony said, “The success of our ERP system depends entirely on our commitment and how we use it as a business enabler. Our collective commitment and execution are key to turning this system into a tool for achieving meaningful results and maximising value.”

Asanga Marasinghe, Chief Executive Officer of Inivos noted, “Our journey began in 2019 with a small team of five, and today we’ve grown to 180 across three entities, engaging in in-house consulting and working with IFS solutions to extend and configure them as needed. D. Samson & Sons holds special significance to me, both personally and professionally, as it was my first project at IFS. This project is a great responsibility, and I assure you of our commitment to its success. We will work as one team to deliver on D. Samson & Sons management’s expectations and make this a reference site for future prospects.”

Thereafter Shanaka De Silva, Principal/Partner of Ernst & Young also addressed the gathering detailing the compliance aspect of the agreement, the meticulous process of evaluating the deal prior to D. Samson & Sons selecting Inivos as the most suited ERP partner for the project. “We’re proud to be part of your success story and look forward to guiding you through to a successful go-live. We’ve worked hard to ensure you’re choosing the right product and partner for the future. We’re now entering the most critical phase, where your commitment is key. ERP is a journey that doesn’t end at go-live; it requires ongoing change management and process rethinking. This is a collaborative effort, and with your support, I’m confident we’ll achieve a world-class solution and celebrate our success together”, he said.

The detailed roadmap of the Inivos and DSS partnership and project introduction was done by Ayomi Gunawardena, COO of Inivos and Tharindu Kathriarachchi, Project Manager of Inivos who presented timelines and benefits that D. Samson & Sons would see throughout the project. They also presented a high-level explanation of the IFS Cloud solution and the impact that implementation will have on businesses that adopt the software.

The partnership between Inivos and DSS kick-starts with an ERP Cloud Upgrade introducing some of the most cutting-edge solutions developed by IFS and used by global enterprises around the world.

For more information, please visit to www.inivosglobal.com to learn more.