Fortude

Fortude was established in 2012 as Brandix i3, initially providing ERP implementations within the apparel industry using Infor ERP systems. The company rebranded as Fortude in June 2017, expanding its services beyond apparel into sectors such as manufacturing, food and beverage, logistics, and distribution.{{cite news|url=https://www.ft.lk/article/622485/Brandix-i3-announces-name-change-to-Fortude|title=Brandix i3 announces name change to Fortude|date=16 June 2017|work=Daily FT|access-date=22 May 2025}} Fortude’s dual role as both an Infor customer and implementation partner through Brandix provides the company with distinctive expertise in ERP consulting and digital transformation.{{cite web|url=https://www.retailtouchpoints.com/topics/sustainability/how-the-fashion-industry-can-pave-the-way-for-a-sustainable-future|title=How the Fashion Industry Can Pave the Way for a Sustainable Future|publisher=Retail TouchPoints|date=25 March 2022|access-date=22 May 2025}}

Fortude has delivered notable digital transformation projects using Infor’s ERP solutions, including:

Bega Cheese: Implemented Infor CloudSuite ERP as well as Fortude test automation solution, Fortest, as a result, significantly reducing testing time and improving operational efficiency.{{cite web|url=https://fortude.co/news/fortude-deepens-relationship-with-infor-to-drive-further-growth-in-australia-new-zealand/|title=Fortude deepens relationship with Infor|publisher=Fortude|access-date=22 May 2025}}

APP Group: Implemented Infor CloudSuite Fashion ERP for brands Mackage and SOIA & KYO, optimizing global supply chain management.{{cite web|url=https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2022/07/28/2487892/0/en/Fortude-and-Infor-transform-APP-Group-s-global-supply-chain.html|title=Fortude and Infor transform APP Group’s global supply chain|date=28 July 2022|website=GlobeNewswire|access-date=22 May 2025}}

Hatco: Facilitated adoption of Infor CloudSuite Fashion, improving operational efficiency and order fulfillment.{{cite web|url=https://fortude.co/case-study/hatco-us-based-manufacturer-of-hats-creates-the-bedrock-for-digital-transformation-with-the-cloud/|title=Hatco creates bedrock for digital transformation|website=Fortude|access-date=22 May 2025}}

The Microsoft AI for Accessibility program, launched by Microsoft, provides grants and resources for developing assistive technology to support individuals with disabilities.{{cite web|url=https://news.microsoft.com/apac/2020/12/03/seven-winning-solutions-to-empower-people-with-disabilities/|title=Seven winning solutions to empower people with disabilities|publisher=Microsoft News|date=3 December 2020|access-date=22 May 2025}} In 2020, Fortude became the first Sri Lankan recipient of this grant, creating a mobile application to help diagnose dysphagia (swallowing difficulties) among infants and children. This project was part of Microsoft’s broader initiative in the Asia-Pacific region, alongside other recipients such as Vulcan Coalition (Thailand) and Kerjabilitas (Indonesia).{{cite web|url=https://news.microsoft.com/apac/2020/06/22/fortude-first-from-sri-lanka-to-join-microsoft-ai-for-accessibility-program/|title=Fortude first from Sri Lanka to join Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program|publisher=Microsoft News|date=22 June 2020|access-date=22 May 2025}}{{cite web|url=https://news.microsoft.com/apac/2020/01/17/creating-inclusiveness-at-our-first-ai-for-accessibility-hackathon-in-asia-pacific/|title=Creating inclusiveness at our first AI for Accessibility hackathon in Asia Pacific|publisher=Microsoft News|date=17 January 2020|access-date=22 May 2025}}

Fortude has actively participated in diversity and inclusion initiatives. In collaboration with the IFC (International Finance Corporation), Fortude launched the "Together We Can" initiative aimed at promoting workplace diversity, gender equality, and inclusion through targeted awareness campaigns, workshops, and advocacy programs.{{cite web|url=https://bizenglish.adaderana.lk/fortude-partners-with-ifc-to-champion-workplace-diversity-and-inclusion-through-together-we-can/|title=Fortude partners with IFC to champion workplace diversity and inclusion through 'Together We Can'|publisher=Ada Derana Biz|date=7 April 2022|access-date=22 May 2025}}

During the COVID-19 lockdown in Sri Lanka, Fortude partnered with AIESEC Sri Lanka to conduct the "Build with Her" virtual program. The initiative aimed to empower women in technology through virtual mentoring, knowledge-sharing sessions, and professional development opportunities.{{cite web|url=https://fortude.co/blog/fortude-launches-its-diversity-and-inclusion-initiative-i-am-diversity/|title=Fortude launches Diversity and Inclusion initiative 'I AM DIVERSITY'|publisher=Fortude|access-date=22 May 2025}}

Fortude has received recognition including:

Infor Business Partner of the Year{{cite web|url=https://fortude.co/news/fortude-recognized-as-infor-business-partner-of-the-year/|title=Fortude recognized as Infor Business Partner of the Year|publisher=Fortude|access-date=22 May 2025}}

Top 10 Women-Friendly Workplace, Daily Mirror Sri Lanka{{cite news|url=https://www.dailymirror.lk/business-news/Fortude-recognsed-as-a-Top-10-Women-Friendly-Workplace/273-293767|title=Fortude recognised as a Top 10 Women-Friendly Workplace|work=Daily Mirror|access-date=22 May 2025}}

CGMA Professional Awards Asia-Pacific 2024{{cite news|url=https://www.dailymirror.lk/business-news/Fortude-wins-big-at-CGMA-Professional-Awards-Asia-Pacific-2024/273-300802|title=Fortude wins big at CGMA Professional Awards Asia-Pacific 2024|work=Daily Mirror|access-date=22 May 2025}}

Fortude operates as a subsidiary of Brandix, an apparel manufacturer headquartered in Sri Lanka.{{cite web|url=https://www.brandix.com|title=Brandix Official Website|website=Brandix|access-date=22 May 2025}}

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