October 1st, 2024
Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, and Hamdard Laboratories (Waqf) Pakistan, a pioneer in Eastern medicine, have marked a significant enhancement in their financial collaboration with the successful integration of advanced transaction banking services. This milestone was celebrated at a formal signing ceremony held at Hamdard Laboratories’ headquarters.
The agreement was signed by Ms. Sadia Rashid, Chairperson & Chief Mutawallia of Hamdard Laboratories, and Syed Amir Ali, Deputy CEO of Meezan Bank. Key executives from both organizations were present, including Mr. Farrukh Imdad – Director General (Hamdard), Mr. Faisal Nadeem – Chief Operating Officer (Hamdard), Mr. M. Abdullah Ahmed, Group Head – Transaction & International Banking (Meezan) and Mr. Zia Ul Hasan, Group Executive – Banking & Operations (Meezan).
The new agreement introduces a comprehensive collections integration between Meezan Bank’s state-of-the-art cash management system and Hamdard Laboratories’ SAP S4 HANA system. This digitalized solution aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of Hamdard Laboratories’ distributor collections and payments, supporting streamlined financial operations and greater operational effectiveness.
Ms. Sadia Rashid, Chairperson & Chief Mutawallia of Hamdard Laboratories, emphasized the significance of the partnership: “The integration of advanced transaction banking services with Meezan Bank represents a major leap forward for our organization. This collaboration will significantly refine our financial processes and bolster our capacity to serve our community with increased efficiency and precision.”
Syed Amir Ali, Deputy CEO of Meezan Bank, highlighted the impact of the new services: “We are excited to advance our partnership with Hamdard Laboratories through this integration. Our cutting-edge digitalized payment and collection solutions are designed to provide seamless and efficient financial services, reinforcing our commitment to being the main banker and a trusted partner for Hamdard Laboratories.”
The signing ceremony also celebrated the ongoing relationship between Meezan Bank and Hamdard Laboratories, which has included Payments and Collections services since 2021. The expanded agreement underscores Meezan Bank’s role as a key financial partner, driving innovation and efficiency in transaction banking.