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Thoughts on design, development, and digital growth from the IT Starter team.
June 28, 2026
·4 min readAI Automation for Sri Lankan Businesses: What It Is and What It Can Actually Do
AI automation is not just for large companies. Sri Lankan SMBs are using it right now to respond to leads 24/7, reduce manual work, and grow without hiring. Here's how it works.
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June 28, 2026
·4 min readHow to Build an Online Store in Sri Lanka: A Practical Guide for Business Owners
Thinking about selling online? This guide covers platform choice, payment gateways, what Sri Lankan customers actually expect, and the most common mistakes to avoid.
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June 28, 2026
·4 min readMobile App Development in Sri Lanka: What Businesses Need to Know (2026)
Thinking about building a mobile app for your business? Here's what to expect — timelines, technology choices, and how to avoid the most common mistakes Sri Lankan businesses make.
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April 24, 2026
·3 min readHow Much Does a Website Cost in Sri Lanka in 2026?
A professional business website in Sri Lanka costs between LKR 80,000 and LKR 350,000 depending on complexity, pages, and features. Custom e-commerce stores start from LKR 150,000. IT Starter provides free quotes within 24 hours.
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·2 min readHow WhatsApp Automation Is Changing Sri Lankan Businesses in 2026
Sri Lankan customers expect WhatsApp. Here's how local businesses are using automation to respond faster, qualify leads, and reduce manual work — without hiring extra staff.
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March 5, 2026
·2 min readHow to Choose the Best Web Design Agency in Colombo
What to look for — and what to avoid — when hiring a web design agency in Colombo. A practical checklist for Sri Lankan business owners.
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February 12, 2026
·1 min readIs a Cheap Website Worth It? What Sri Lankan Businesses Need to Know
A cheap website might save you money upfront, but cost you far more in lost clients. Here's what Sri Lankan business owners need to weigh before choosing a web agency based on price alone.
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January 18, 2026
·3 min readHow We Build Websites That Score 95+ on Google PageSpeed
A look at the technical decisions behind IT Starter's approach to web performance — and why it matters for your business.
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