OREL IT wins top honour at Presidential Export Awards as the ‘Most Innovative Service Provider’

OREL IT, a global technology company, pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and AI-powered digital innovations, has been honoured with the Most Innovative Service Provider of the Year at the 26th Presidential Export Awards (PEA) 2024. The ceremony, hosted by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), took place at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) on Friday, February 7, 2025.

This accolade was awarded in the presence of His Excellency Anura Kumara Dissanayake, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. The Presidential Export Awards represent the highest national recognition for exporters who have made transformative contributions to the Sri Lankan economy.

As a digital ecosystem provider working with Fortune 500 companies worldwide, OREL IT received this esteemed honour for Planigo, an AI-powered retail and task management platform. This innovative platform is optimising retail operations across the global retail chain, enhancing task management, and setting new standards for digital transformation in Sri Lanka and beyond.

Planigo: The Future of Retail, Powered by AI

Planigo is reshaping the retail landscape by minimising inefficiencies, maximising productivity, and enabling smarter decision-making through Artificial Intelligence. With major international clients in the US and Israel, Planigo has proven itself as a powerful force in AI-driven retail and task management spheres. The platform is driving a 18% revenue increase per annum for businesses, demonstrating its effectiveness in the evolving digital economy.

A Milestone for Innovation

Accepting the award on behalf of the company, Kushan Kodithuwakku, President of OREL Group, shared, “For us, innovation goes beyond merely solving problems— it’s about redefining what’s possible. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to creating technology that not only empowers businesses but also serves humanity and transforms industries for a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow.”

Dr. Upendra Pieris, CEO of OREL IT, further added, “Planigo has the immense potential to revolutionise the retail industry on a global scale. This recognition is also a result of the exceptional talent within our team—innovators who are driving this transformation every day. We’re not just shaping the future of retail but building a digitised global village that drives real progress.”

Committed to the philosophy of ‘tech for good’, OREL IT continues to lead advancements in AI, data science, and digital transformation, creating solutions that drive economic growth and real-world impact.

Photo Caption- Orel IT Team with the ‘Most Innovative Service of the Year’ Award