Sysco LABS recently hosted “Product Nexus”, a knowledge-sharing platform under its broader Nexus series, bringing together professionals from Product Management and Business Analysis to explore emerging trends shaping the future of enterprise technology.
Supported by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Colombo Chapter as Community Partner, the session focused on how Artificial Intelligence is transforming product discovery, design, and delivery in enterprise environments, while highlighting the growing importance of product thinking in driving innovation, business value, and smarter decision-making.
The interactive forum explored how AI is enabling organisations to identify opportunities faster, enhance decision-making, and develop products with greater clarity, speed, and impact. Discussions also examined the evolving role of product thinking in fostering innovation, collaboration, and value creation in an increasingly AI-driven landscape.
The event featured an insightful knowledge-sharing session by Tharange Abeysinghe, Senior Group Product Manager, followed by a panel discussion featuring Fawaz Haniffa – Lead Product Manager; Dilshan Weerabahu – Lead Product Manager; Atheek Razick – Senior Lead, Business Analysis; and Amila Jayawickrama – Associate Manager, Business Analysis.
The discussion was moderated by Vishmie Perera – Business Analyst, while Chamodi Wijewardana – Senior Product Manager, and Malsha Mayadunne – Product Manager, facilitated the session.
Highlighting the importance of innovation-focused product thinking within enterprise environments, Nilupa Kiringoda, Senior Director – Delivery, said, “Product thinking today extends far beyond building features. Within an enterprise environment, it plays a critical role in driving innovation by encouraging teams to think strategically about business challenges, customer outcomes, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation. Product teams also work closely with the business to co-create solutions that deliver real customer and commercial impact. As AI continues to reshape how organisations build and deliver solutions, conversations such as Product Nexus help professionals challenge conventional approaches, embrace innovation-led thinking, and unlock new possibilities across the enterprise.”
Seylan Bank Opens 292nd ‘Pahasara’ Library to Empower Students Through Knowledge and Learning
Seylan Bank Opens 292nd ‘Pahasara’ Library at Nankadawara Kanishta Vidyalaya to Empower Future Generations
Seylan Bank PLC has further strengthened its commitment to education and community empowerment with the opening of its 292nd ‘Pahasara’ Library at Nankadawara Kanishta Vidyalaya, Madagama, Dummalasooriya.
The opening ceremony, held on 21 May 2026, was attended by J.P.C.K. Jayalath, Divisional Educational Director – Chilaw; H.T. Chandana, Principal of Nankadawara Kanishta Vidyalaya; Upendra Adikari, Regional Manager – North West II, Seylan Bank; Ajith Rodrigo, Branch Manager – Dummalasooriya Branch, Seylan Bank; Aravinda Dissanayake, Regional Development Marketing Officer – North Western II, Seylan Bank; and G. Visakan, Manager – Brand Marketing, Seylan Bank.
The refurbished library was officially handed over following the successful completion of ‘Pahasara Week’, a student-focused engagement programme conducted jointly by Seylan Bank and the school community. As part of the initiative, Seylan Bank donated two laptops, a multimedia projector with a projection screen, and a collection of educational books to enhance students’ access to digital learning resources and knowledge.
Aimed at promoting creativity, collaboration, and financial awareness among students, ‘Pahasara Week’ featured a variety of interactive activities including a cricket match for Grade 10 and 11 students, a cookery demonstration programme, an art competition for newly admitted students, and a financial literacy programme for students in Grades 9, 10, and 11.
Commenting on the milestone, Asiri Abhayaratne, AGM – Marketing and Sales, Seylan Bank, said, “The opening of the 292nd library represents another significant milestone as Seylan Bank continues its journey towards establishing 300 ‘Pahasara’ Libraries across the country. Through this initiative, we remain committed to investing in education by providing students with greater access to knowledge, digital learning tools, and financial literacy opportunities that help empower future generations of Sri Lankans.”
Teachers, parents, students, and education officials supported the programme, contributing to the success of the initiative and ensuring active participation throughout the ‘Pahasara Week’ activities.
Sysco LABS’ Product Nexus Explores the Future of AI-Driven Product Innovation and Discovery
