📈 Sysco LABS Partners with EDEX Expo 2026 to Bolster Tech Talent
Sysco LABS Sri Lanka, the Global Innovation Center for Sysco Corporation, served as the Principal Sponsor for the Job Exhibition at EDEX Expo 2026. The partnership aims to bridge the gap between academia and the ICT/BPM industry by preparing the next generation of Sri Lankan professionals for global roles. • Strategic Engagement: The company operated two specialized units: the Sysco LABS Academy stall for career pathway guidance and a Careers stall highlighting active roles and growth opportunities within the global food-service technology arm. • Economic Impact: As a four-time ICT Exporter of the Year, Sysco LABS emphasized Sri Lanka’s position as a global innovation hub. The initiative focuses on workforce development and enhancing the competitiveness of local talent in the international technology market. • Key Highlights: • Focus on practical applications of Generative AI, digital innovation, and entrepreneurship. • Structured early-career development programs to transition graduates into the industry. • Alignment with national goals to expand the skilled IT industry talent pool.