BOLTS PARTNERS WITH NUST TO DEVELOP

TRANSFORMER (PMT) HEALTH MONITORING SYSTEM

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) BOLTS (Private) Limited has partnered with the National University of Sciences & Technology, Islamabad to develop a state-of-the-art Transformer Health Monitoring System.

Rear Admiral (Retd) Dr. Nassar Ikram, Pro Rector (RIC) NUST and Mr. Usama Qureshi, Chairman BOLTS (Private) Limited signed the agreement in Islamabad on 9th December 2019, in the presence of H.E Imran Khan, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Chief of Army Staff Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa, Mr. Fawwad Chaudhry, Minister for Science & Technology, and other high level dignitaries, at the inauguration of Pakistan’s first National Science & Technology Park established in NUST Islamabad Campus.

As per the agreement NUST shall license its intellectual property to BOLTS which has been developed by local academia for commercialization and further development of technology.

On this occasion Usama Qureshi remarked ” this is a new beginning and a great development for power sector in Pakistan. It is a matter of great pride for Pakistan that our universities have the capacity to develop high end technology locally, we are very excited to work with NUST on this project. We believe that this technology can prove to be a game changer in maintenance of distribution transformers (PMT).

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) Telenor Microfinance Bank (“TMB”), a subsidiary of Telenor Group, has received a second tranche investment of US$70 million as part of a strategic partnership agreement between Telenor Group and Ant Financial Services Group (“Ant Financial”), to further develop TMB’s mobile payment and digital financial services.

The strategic partnership agreement between Telenor Group and Ant Financial was announced in March 2018. As part of the agreement, Ant Financial would invest US$184.5 million for a 45% stake in Telenor Microfinance Bank. The closing of the second tranche completes the placement and further solidifies Telenor Microfinance Bank’s capital position to continue its growth in the digital banking space. 

Telenor Microfinance Bank is creating extensive opportunities for expanding financial inclusion in Pakistan. The country hasan unbanked population of approximately 100 million people,which causes inconvenience for both individuals and small businesses. The investment from Ant Financialis a sizeable international investment for any bank operating in Pakistan and it will further facilitate Easypaisa in expansionand diversification ofits services and provide inclusive financial services to more consumers and small businesses in Pakistan,includingdigital banking and credit services.

“With this capital injection Telenor Microfinance Bank now has an even more robust foundation and will continue its push to become the largest digital banking platform in Pakistan. Having served more than 30 million customers through Easypaisa, we believe that there is immense growth potential in this sector. We will stay committed to bringing best-in-class financial services to the Pakistani market.”,” said Mohammad MudassarAqil, President & CEO of Telenor Microfinance Bank.

Pakistan has significant opportunities for the expansion of digital banking services. Today, the country is still at a very lowlevel of financial inclusion, and Telenor Microfinance Bank aims to improve this by providing innovative solutions to better serve the needs of the users. 

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) Mian Muhammad Aslam Iqbal, Minister of Industries, Commerce and Investment Punjab, inaugurated a rehabilitated water filtration facility in Lahore. The refurbishment was facilitated by the international non-governmental organization, WaterAid, with the financial support from global food and beverage company, PepsiCo.  It is expected that 3,500 people from the Millat colony, Lahore will directly benefit from the new facility, an additional 5,000 people from the Gaus ul Alam colony in the Gulberg area of Lahore will also take benefit.

This is the first project implementation under PepsiCo’s commitment to the Clean and Green Pakistan Initiative launched by the Prime Minister of Pakistan late last year. To support the ‘access to safe water’ pillar of the Clean and Green Pakistan Initiative, PepsiCo is working to provide safe water to 140,000 people in the country by 2021.

Speaking at the inauguration Minister of Industries, Commerce and Investment Punjab Mian Muhammad Aslam Iqbal said, “Water is essential for human survival and cannot be replaced. I appreciate this collaboration between PepsiCo and WaterAid in supporting the Punjab Government in ensuring access to safe water to marginalized communities in Lahore.”

Mr. Furqan Ahmed Syed, CEO PepsiCo Pakistan and Afghanistan said, “Access to safe water has remained a challenge for Pakistan. With our partners WaterAid, we are on a mission to enable access to safe water for underserved communities in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. This is in line with our global commitment to provide access to safe water to 22 million people by 2025.’

Mr. Siddiq Khan, Country Representative, WaterAid Pakistan commented, “WaterAid Pakistan is committed to supporting Clean and Green Pakistan Initiative by the Government of Pakistan and are happy that through this collaboration we were able to reach vulnerable populations residing in the urban areas. PepsiCo and WaterAid Pakistan will continue to take initiative to provide access to safe water as part of the Clean Green Pakistan M.”

Increasing access to safe water for vulnerable individuals is one of the most urgent challenges the world faces. Addressing this challenge has long been a priority for PepsiCo. Through partnerships funded by The PepsiCo Foundation, the company’s philanthropic arm, it has provided more than 22 million people in underserved communities around the world access to safe water since 2006. In the last year alone, PepsiCo and its partners expanded access for more than 6 million people, indicating the company is on track to exceed its goal to support a total of 25 million people with safe water access by 2025.

Shan Foods & SSGC (LPG) join hands for a cleaner, greener Pakistan

Islamabad (Muhammad Yasir) One of the leaders in the spice industry, Shan Foods has joined hands with Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC (LPG)) to work towards a cleaner, greener Pakistan.

With the help of SSGC (LPG), Shan Foods has successfully shifted its Lahore plant to a cleaner fuel. Through this partnership Shan Foods has switched its plant from High Speed Diesel (HSD) to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). This switch will allow the company to reduce CO2 emissions from 2,640 to 1,665 grams per liter of LPG.

Speaking about the partnership, Haider Raza, General Manager Manufacturing & Engineering, Shan Foods said, “We, at Shan Foods, are constantly striving to improve our manufacturing processes. We not only aim to deliver quality products to our consumers; we also endeavour to produce them in the most environmentally friendly way possible. With the support of SSGC (LPG) this dream has now become a reality at our Lahore plant.”

Sikandar Tiwana, CEO, Shan Foods added, “I would like to extend my gratitude to SSGC (LPG) for all their support in helping us achieve this milestone. As a company which is committed to making Pakistan cleaner and greener, our team in Lahore has accomplished a great feat by switching our Lahore plant successfully to LPG.”

Shan Foods move to a cleaner fuel further solidifies the company’s commitment to a Green Environment which is also in line with the Prime Minister’s vision of a Green Pakistan.

An Android experience that just keeps getting better combined with feature-packed dual camera, two-day battery life and an immersive entertainment experience.  

 Lahore (Muhammad Yasir)  HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announces the Nokia 2.3. Delivering a feature-packed camera fuelled by AI, helping you get the best shot, the Nokia 2.3 also features a large 6.2” HD+ screen and two-day battery[i] life for long-lasting and immersive entertainment. Plus, being Android™ 10 ready, the new Nokia 2.3 will receive guaranteed monthly security updates for three years and OS updates for two years, ensuring this smartphone gets better over time.

The Nokia 2.3 features a dual camera and comes with ‘Recommended Shot’, a brand-new Nokia phones feature helping you choose the best picture. Whether it’s the mid-air backflip, the family portrait where everyone is actually smiling or the winning goal, ‘Recommended Shot’ automatically captures alternate images before and after the shutter button is pressed and suggests the best one.  Alongside even more AI-powered features such as ‘Portrait Mode’ and low-light imaging, fans can capture creative images in a variety of settings.

Save precious time with the Nokia 2.3, which has a dedicated Google Assistant Button[ii]. Just use your voice to view upcoming calendar entries, commute times and other info. The Nokia 2.3 also comes with biometric face recognition, allowing you to unlock your phone at a glance.  

Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global

“Consumers across the world have really appreciated the Nokia 2 family of products. The Nokia 2.3 is a step forward in our promise of offering you an experience that stays fresh longer – giving consumers access to two years of OS upgrades and three years of monthly security updates even in the affordable price tier. On top, it offers industry leading AI for this segment, large screen and our signature promise of two-day battery life – making it the ideal pick for those who rely on their smartphone as their primary screen.”

Bringing out your creative side

The Nokia 2.3 comes equipped with ‘Portrait Mode’, elevating your subject and subtly blurring the background, resulting in stunning portraits that pop. Simply use Google Photos to adjust the blur after you take the shot.  With a 13MP/2MP dual camera, fans can take unique portraits with a variety of exclusive bokeh – or blurred background effects such as Classic, Butterfly, Heart or Star-shaped styles. And feel like a professional by creating eye-catching photos by simply adjusting the focus when editing.

This device also combines advanced image fusion and exposure stacking (taking numerous photos in various lighting settings and blending them together), meaning you can shoot stellar images in vibrant detail, even in low-light conditions.

Long-lasting, immersive entertainment

Power through your day with the Nokia 2.3’s two-day battery life courtesy of AI-assisted Adaptive Battery technology. The device will learn your app usage habits meaning you can use your device for longer and get lost in your favourite series and movies. Sit back, relax and enjoy a large 6.2” HD+ screen from the palm of your hands, bringing your favourite stories to life.

Elegant design with everyday essentials

Inspired by its Nordic design heritage, the Nokia 2.3 delivers a timeless aesthetic that isn’t just built to look good, but to last. Featuring a 3D nano-textured cover that sits securely in your hand, this phone has a stunning finish that’s sure to leave a lasting impression. Advanced structural engineering made it possible to integrate the dual camera and flash into the rear of the phone without a camera bump. Inner high-precision diecast aluminium chassis makes the structure solid and rigid protecting all the components inside.

An experience that just keeps getting better

The Nokia 2.3 comes Android 10 ready, meaning guaranteed monthly security updates for three years and OS updates for two years to ensure the smartphone will get better over time and that the investment is future-proofed. The latest features of Android 10 will also give fans access to dark theme to save on power usage and improve visibility, as well as enhanced privacy and more, once updated.

Pricing and availability

The Nokia 2.3 comes in Cyan Green, Sand and Charcoal and will be available in Pakistan from December 20^th for 18,300 PKR.

[i] Based on a real life usage test by HMD Global. See more info at www.nokia.com/phones/nokia-2 

[ii] The Google Assistant is available in selected markets and languages. Where not available The Google Assistant is replaced by Google Search. Check availability at https://support.google.com/assistant.

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir)  Engro Fertilizers signed an agreement with BASF to develop and distribute the world-renowned Nunhems brand of vegetable seeds in Pakistan. The seed to harvest solutions offered by Engro Fertilizers, coupled with Nunhems high quality vegetable seeds, will help Pakistani farmers improve their crop yields and income levels.

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) OPPO today announced it will hold the first OPPO INNO DAY on December 10, 2019, in Shenzhen, China. Organized under the theme of Create Beyond Boundaries, the OPPO INNO DAY will highlight on the broad and deep integration of cutting-edge technologies and services in the 5G era. As the rapid development and integration of 5G, AI, cloud, big data and other advanced technologies are expected to reshape the industry， the event will also explore the future of technology with key industry experts.

Last year, OPPO held an internal technology exhibition showcasing its R&D capacity and breakthroughs across various fields, while exploring the future possibilities of mobile devices through in-depth interactions with experts from different industries. 

Building on the success of last year’s event, OPPO INNO DAY is now opened for global media, analysts, industry partners and the general public. At this year’s event, OPPO will present its latest insights and achievements in the development of consumer technologies in the area of 5G, AR, and IoT. The event will also serve as a platform for key industry partners to exchange their views on the future of technology.

OPPO INNO DAY will invite industry experts, partners and opinion leaders to shed a light on the enormous changes 5G will bring. In addition,  the innovative exhibition of this event will fully illustrating OPPO’s integrated ecosystem of cutting-edge technologies and how they fit into various user scenarios.

The future of intelligent connectivity will be unveiled on December 10th. 

When you intend to purchase electronics, there is no better option than online shopping. The digital platform of electronics shopping offers reasonable prices, discounts, wide variety, safe shopping atmosphere, and many other benefits. However, due to the frauds and frauds in Pakistan online shopping is vulnerable to quite a few people. However, some still hesitate to shop online. Although online shopping for electronics is enjoyable, individuals often tend to make some mistakes.

Hence, the online shopping experience turns out to be a bad one. Nevertheless, in order to prevent such a situation, one must avoid those errors for the best buying experience. Qmart is one of the most popular and well-known electronics online shopping websites where you get a large variety of electronics on discounted prices and some even provide a warranty.

Online electronics shopping has been accelerating in Pakistan over the last few years. People are moving forward with the advancement of the latest technologies. They look at the offers online after a very new launch. It is important for online shopping websites to keep it up to date in order to have a better selling experience. In addition, it is very important to give what you show online because people will only trust your website if you are honest and you provide the best quality at an affordable price.

Here are a few tips you should avoid while buying electronics online:

Making a quick purchase

Hurried decisions often turn out to be wrong. Before buying electronics online, make sure to avoid making quick decisions without evaluating every point of concern. You need to check the terms and conditions of the online store from which you purchase thoroughly, its return policy, shipping charges, contact details, and other important information.

Buying expensive electronics without a discount

One of the most common mistakes most people make is that they buy expensive electronics at full price. It is important that you always wait for festive seasons because at that moment most of the websites offer the best deals and discounts on a variety of electronic products.  

Going for a random website

Because of our busy schedules, most of us randomly select any website offering the best price, but we fail to check the website’s authenticity. This may cause us a big loss later on. Therefore, Make sure you read comments and reviews of the website first and then make a purchase.

 

Islamabad (Muhammad Yasir) Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, is now able to provide people reliable, secure and fast connectivity everywhere they go. This follows a pilot with Ellamp Spa, an Italian designer and manufacturer of interior systems and components for public and private transport by road and rail, to provide Trulifi systems to buses. This latest development will improve passenger connectivity in buses and aims to give them more personal control over the facilities in the bus, including the air conditioning and light levels for their seat, but also the ordering of catering. The move follows a recent similar announcement with Latécoère to provide Trulifi for passenger aircraft. 

“We’re on the verge of a new era of connectivity,” said Asad Jafar, Country Leader at Signify Pakistan. “Imagine having reliable, secure and fast connectivity, wherever there is light. That is the promise of Trulifi. The ability to provide people with the same high-quality and secure connectivity experience whether they’re aboard a bus, train, airplane or on the ground.”

The pilot with Ellamp will explore whether the wiring of the control and media systems can be simplified by connecting the individual media players using LiFi. At a later stage, when telecommunications providers enable broadband support to moving vehicles, passengers will also be able to connect their own devices to the Internet via Trulifi.

The Trulifi systems are very stable as the signal is not impacted by movements of the bus. The technology uses a line-of-sight connection that gives passengers their own secure LiFi-network, instead of having to share radio waves with other travelers. Infrared light is used so the system works in any lighting condition.

In addition to that, Ellamp aims to utilize the Trulifi infrastructure to hand passengers control over the air conditioning and light levels for their seat, but also enables them to order catering, all through a single screen in front of them.

“We’re excited to work with Signify and improve the travel experience of passengers of our buses,” said Massimo Ottino, CEO at Ellamp. “The ability to provide bus companies with the technology that helps passengers to connect to media, and hands them personal control and Internet services on buses, will significantly strengthen our market position.”

Last month, Signify announced a partnership with Latécoère, a French tier 1 partner that provides Aerostructure and Interconnection systems to major international aircraft manufacturers, to develop LiFi systems in commercial airplanes. 

In airplanes, Trulifi will be used to connect media players in the headrests to the aircraft’s communication systems, providing passengers with a highly robust and fast wireless connection that doesn’t interfere with sensitive equipment and isn’t affected by the airplane’s movements. Being wireless, it also results in less cabling, and together with an infrastructure upgrade to low-weight fiber solutions, will reduce the airplane’s weight and fuel usage. In the future, passengers will also be able to connect their personal devices to the onboard media and Internet. 

Signify launched its Trulifi systems earlier this year and has installed more than 100 projects worldwide, showing a growing demand for the technology in offices, the hospitality sector, government institutions and industry. Trulifi combines energy-efficient LED lighting with a reliable, secure and high-speed two-way wireless connection, with speeds of up to 250 Mbps for the downlink and the uplink. 

LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION: WHY YOU NEED TO MODERNIZE—FAST

Legacy systems keep transportation, shipping and logistics companies stuck in the past. Most modern business verticals have already taken the leap from slow and cumbersome manual processes to the streamlined, effortless modernized systems of the digital age.

Compared to traditional methods, next-gen systems enable flexibility, inter-operability and agility – a must-have for businesses to be able to accelerate.

For example, web-based platforms can generate instant automated freight quotes that enhance the end-to-end sales process. Furthermore, these systems provide better data, business intelligence, and more accurate rates, freight capacity, and contract management.

If your transportation company hasn’t invested in modernization yet, you’re doing your competitors a favor. Why give them the edge you could keep for yourself instead?

Modernization: The Secret Weapon to Scale Transportation, Shipping, & Logistics

If your company feels stuck using the same outdated system because “that’s how it’s always been done,” the right time to break out of the confines of that limiting mentality was yesterday.

Making the decision to modernize should be simple. The real challenge is knowing where to start. As a logistics and transportation company, your software development capabilities are realistically limited.

Below is a list of the components of a smarter supply chain. Do you have these capabilities in-house?

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
• Blockchain Technology
• Machine Learning (ML)
• Cloud Hosting
• Automation and Digitalization

If the answer is no, don’t worry just yet. Engaging the right development partner will help you yield the benefits you want. When done right, digital partnerships won’t slow down the timeline before you see returns.

An expert software company can help you harness the power of automation to stomp out operational inefficiency while ramping up revenue.

Development Partners Provide Tangible Benefits: Don’t Try This Alone

A digital transformation partner can provide a wide array of benefits for freight and logistics companies. Unless you don’t have any time constraints, it is not trivial to build a team of contributors that can hit the ground running.

When choosing collaborators, look for credentials like past experience with the logistics and transportation industry. The best resources bring a keen understanding of the business processes to the table. Digital partners should fully grasp the nuances related to this business vertical.

The top 5 ways modernization adds value are listed below:

• Increase efficiency and improve ROI
• Enhance communication and transparency
• Improve accuracy of utilization and cost estimates
• Make service integration fast and seamless
• Optimize the end-to-end user experience

The case study featured below shows how we did it for our client.

Platform Modernization for Service Relationship Management Client: A Use Case

The transportation industry’s leader in Service Relationship Management faced the common challenges traditional modes of asset tracking, fleet management, and equipment repair pose to companies in the field for over a decade.

Frustrated with inefficient legacy systems, the client engaged 10Pearls to help modernize and improve their operations. Our team collaborated with the logistics client step by step. Throughout the project, we used a design first and user-centric approach to identify pain points and brainstorm solutions.

The modernization yielded a markedly improved user experience and business processes. Ultimately, the results streamlined communication between fleets, service providers, and assets.

Deliverables included backend APIs, white-labeled mobile apps, and web applications.

 

Notable aspects of the project included:

• Mobile-first solution
• Case, asset, fleet, and service data
• Full workflow access
• Multilingual support

These platform innovations positioned the client to be named as one of Insights Success magazine’s 30 Most Innovative Companies to Watch.

Unlock Your Shipping, Logistic & Transportation Company’s Untapped Potential with Modernization

Digital modernization can help logistics and transportation companies differentiate themselves from the competition. Reach new customers and more importantly, retain existing clients in an otherwise commoditized industry by taking this crucial step. It’s the key your company needs to unlock exponential growth.

Modern digital platforms can seamlessly and instantly connect logistics service providers with freight forwarders and carriers. The ease of collaboration from this digitalized process leaves slow, unwieldy, and often-inaccurate legacy processes in the dust — and your competitors along with them.

 By – 10Pearls