30th anniversary

GS1 and MNS launch Track2Asset, DocuCheck and API Mall

Three innovative digital products were launched by GS1 and Mauritius Network Services (MNS) last Friday, amid the celebrations of their 30th anniversary.

In an event celebrating the 30th anniversary of GS1 Mauritius and Mauritius Network Services (MNS), Rajnish Hawabhay, the CEO of MNS, announced the launch of three ground-breaking digital products. These innovations, developed in collaboration with GS1 Mauritius, underscore the organizations’ commitment to driving technological advancements and enhancing business operations in Mauritius.

Precision Asset Management

Mr. Hawabhay introduced Track2Asset, a comprehensive solution designed for tracking and managing assets with precision. “Whether it’s high-value equipment, critical infrastructure, or everyday office supplies, Track2Asset ensures that you always know the status, location, and maintenance of your assets in real time,” he explained. This product exemplifies MNS’s dedication to creating technologies that empower businesses to operate more efficiently and securely.

Ensuring Document Authenticity

The second product, DocuCheck, addresses the growing need for document authenticity in an era where trust and reliability are paramount. “This innovative solution leverages advanced technologies such as blockchain to verify the authenticity of documents, ensuring that what you see is genuinely what it claims to be,” the CEO stated. DocuCheck guarantees the integrity and credibility of documents, providing peace of mind for legal, financial, and personal transactions.

Mr. Hawabhay emphasized the collaborative effort behind these products. “These two innovative products, Track2Asset and DocuCheck, have been developed in collaboration with our esteemed partner, GS1 Mauritius. They incorporate GS1 core codes, including the advanced 2D barcodes, and the expertise and shared vision of the GS1 Mauritius team have been instrumental in bringing these solutions to life.”

A Platform for Innovation

The third product, API Mall, emerges as a dynamic platform catering to the growing demand for artificial intelligence and other application programmable interfaces (APIs). “The API Mall offers a rich repository of tools designed to enhance and streamline business operations,” he explained. This platform democratizes access to cutting-edge technologies, making them easy and affordable, and fosters a vibrant ecosystem of collaboration and innovation.

“The API Mall facilitates data capture operations for businesses and gives management companies and financial institutions an edge in carrying out KYC operations or assessing the financial health of businesses,” Mr Hawabhay added.

Reflecting on the history of MNS, he recalled its establishment in 1994 as a public-private partnership by the Ministry of Finance to promote trade facilitation. Over the past three decades, MNS has evolved to include business facilitation, implementing electronic platforms for various business submissions.

“Over these 30 years of existence, MNS has been at the forefront of innovation and technological developments, while being committed to securing our digital solutions and, more importantly, the data of our customers,” Mr. Hawabhay emphasized. 

This dedication has driven the development of Track2Asset, DocuCheck, and the API Mall.

The new products employ emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain, with a strong emphasis on security. “We have ensured that security concepts are well hardwired into the products, reflecting the information security certification of MNS,” the CEO of MNS noted.

He also expressed gratitude to the MNS team, partners, and customers. “I want to thank our incredible team, whose passion, creativity, and hard work have made these products a reality. I also want to thank our partners and customers for their trust and support over these 30 years. Your collaboration and feedback have fostered our success, and we look forward to continuing this journey together.” 

Mr. Hawabhay concluded with an optimistic outlook for the future. “Here’s to the next chapter of our story, one filled with endless possibilities, more ground-breaking innovations, and shared success. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Let’s celebrate this milestone and look forward to a future brimming with much more innovative and technological promises and potential.”