Digital transformation to unlock huge value in the region say industry leaders at AWS and Cloud Kinetics CXO Roundtable

From left: Head of Partner Success, AWS India and SAARC Raghavendran Balasubramanium, Solutions Architect, AWS India Bubai Bal, Country Director Lackshmindra Fernando, Cloud Kinetics Senior Director Anand Vimal, AWS India Partner Success Manager, Ritwick Ray, AWS India Account Manager Anindita Das, Account Manager Shivam Mishra and Head of Partner Success Bashker Joshi

A recent CXO Dinner roundtable in the capital brought together business and technology leaders of the region to discuss how cloud modernisation and GenAI-powered data analytics can unlock new opportunities for business growth.

The roundtable, hosted by award-winning cloud and data transformation enterprise Cloud Kinetics at Hilton Colombo Residency, drew a diverse group of leaders from industries such as banking, finance, telecom, education, technology and consumer products. The sessions focused on the top business challenges organisations face and how technology and a modernised IT infrastructure can help address these. 

The keynote address was delivered by cloud ecosystem leader Amazon Web Services (AWS). Drawing on their deep experience as a top-tier cloud hyperscaler, AWS shared the latest industry data and trends and their relevance to the region. 

AWS Head Partner and Alliances – India and SAARC Raghavendran Balasubramaniam, Cloud Kinetics Senior Director – Digital Cloud Transformation, India and SAARC Anand V, and Cloud Kinetics Sri Lanka Regional Director Lakshmindra Fernando emphasised the importance of a strong cloud-powered technology foundation for achieving business goals.

Highlighting the need for digital transformation, Fernando said, “CXOs tasked with seizing business opportunities and driving next-level growth in the face of headwinds, whether economic, political, or otherwise, are always on the lookout for sustainable scalable solutions that can drive efficiency and innovation. At Cloud Kinetics, we have seen first-hand the tangible business value a strong cloud and data foundation can bring to our customers.”

In a lively Q&A session that followed, Sri Lankan business leaders discussed industry-specific challenges and shared their experiences and insights. The consensus was that digital-led business transformation will be a vital differentiator for Sri Lanka’s leading companies to become more competitive – both regionally and on the world stage. 

With its strong regional presence and global experience, Cloud Kinetics is committed to helping Sri Lankan enterprises drive impactful business objectives through innovative cloud solutions and expert guidance, ably supported by premier partners such as AWS. 

Cloud Kinetics Senior Director – Digital Cloud Transformation, India and SAARC Anand V said, “We firmly believe businesses in the region have immense potential for growth, fuelled by a robust technology foundation and the right partners. Leveraging AI- and ML-backed analytics or IoT can enhance operational efficiency, while cloud optimisation can lead to cost savings. Automation can reduce time and effort and improve the accuracy of business processes. The time is right for the region to tap the power of the cloud and begin their transformative journey into a new phase of growth.” 

Going forward, Cloud Kinetics will work closely with regional customers, sharing technology insights, facilitating knowledge transfer and implementing best practices to drive successful digital transformation.