People’s Bank provides cutting-edge payment acceptance solutions to Government institutions

People’s Bank Chairman Sujeewa Rajapakse (left) and Chief Executive Officer/General Manager Clive Fonseka

People’s Bank, a leading financial institution known for its innovative digital banking solutions, has embarked on a mission to transform the way Government manages payments. By leveraging its expertise in financial technology, the bank has joined forces with Government entities to establish fast, secure, and user-friendly payment acceptance systems. These solutions allow citizens to conveniently pay taxes, fines, fees, and other payments using multiple payment methods such as Credit/Debit cards via Point of Sale machines or internet payment gateways. 

The collaborative effort between People’s Bank and Government entities has resulted in increased revenue collections and more efficient fund management for those institutions. The ease of making payments through multiple channels has encouraged citizens to fulfil their financial obligations promptly, contributing to a steady flow of funds into the Government.

Automated payment acceptance systems have significantly reduced the administrative burden on government staff. With payments processed electronically, manual cash handling, data entry, and reconciliation tasks have been minimised, freeing up valuable time and resources for more important tasks.

Government institutions adopting the latest technology such as these have enabled citizens to experience a higher level of convenience when interacting with Government services. The availability of payment options has led to shorter queues at physical payment centres, reducing wait times and enhancing overall service satisfaction.

In addition, the digital payment ecosystem generates valuable data insights that can be leveraged for informed decision-making. Governments can analyse payment trends, peak transaction times, and preferred payment methods to optimise their service delivery strategies.

The collaboration has introduced a higher level of transparency and accountability in financial transactions. Both citizens and government entities can access transaction histories and receipts, ensuring a clear record of all payment activities.

The success of Peoples Bank’s collaborative effort with Government entities serves as a model for future partnerships. As technology continues to evolve, opportunities for further innovation are abundant. The collaboration is being extended beyond payment acceptance to include value additions such as digital identity verification, online service portals, and personalised citizen engagement.

The collaboration between People’s Bank and Government entities exemplifies the potential of synergy between financial institutions and the public sector. As the journey towards a more digitally integrated society continues, such collaborations are poised to shape a more convenient and citizen-centric future.