EPSI iStore brings Apple closer to Sri Lankan customers

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By Devin Jayasundera

EPSI iStore - Sri Lanka’s only digital store which is especially dedicated for world renowned Apple products launched operations on Wednesday.

EPSI Computers Ltd a leading IT company has been appointed as an authorised re-seller for Apple products in Sri Lanka.

The state of the art Apple showroom caters toward all Apple and digital media enthusiasts with the latest services and products. At this store, a wide range of Apple products will be on display and as a value added partner, ESPI provides hands on experience to the user, thus enabling users to experience the products first hand, prior to making a decision to purchase.

The products on display will be a range from iPods, iMacs, MacBook Pros and a variety of Apple related services.

EPSI Computers CEO Niranjan Canagasooryam speaking to Daily FT mentioned that the local consumer now has the opportunity to experience apple products within a week after the official worldwide launch of Apple through EPSI.

He also stated EPSI has invested 50,000 USD in setting up the store.”

The store will not only showcase a wide range of Apple products, but will also provide a number of service facilities to customers purchasing Apple products from this store. EPSI hopes to provide an all round customer service where replacements for faulty Apple products in par with the applicable terms and conditions.

In regard to the low demand for Apple products in Sri Lanka, Canagasooryam stated, “The Apple market in Sri Lanka is identified as a niche market. The demand for Apple products is growing and opening up stores like this will influence consumers to familiarise them with the electronic devices for Apple.” He also said that with the expansion of the customer base EPSI is looking forward to open more stores to bring Apple products closer to the local consumer.

EPSI Computers, founded in 1992, has rapidly grown in the Sri Lankan IT industry bringing the latest array of highly advanced Information Technology equipment to the market.

Possessing two decades of experience in the industry and with a turnover exceeding over Rs.1.5 billion, EPSI is firmly placed in becoming the market leader in the industry. EPSI’s continued focus on innovation and technology stems from its brand promise to its customers. It boasts of its commitment to providing Sri Lankans with state-of-the-art innovations in technological products.

EPSI has grown to become one of Sri Lanka’s leading IT companies and has received several prestigious awards in the region.

Deputy Minister of Technology and Research Faizer Mustapha was the Chief of Guest at the event.