Sri Lanka's First Smart Automated Book Retail Experience
Books at the Push of a Button.
Retail Redefined Through Technology
The Book Studio (Pvt) Ltd, an innovation by NCG Holdings, operates as Sri Lanka's premier online bookstore ā promoting reading culture and providing convenient access to books and educational materials, with islandwide delivery.
Engineered for a seamless reading experience
Android Touchscreen
Intuitive Android-powered display
70 Titles Ā· ~300 Books
Curated capacity per machine
4ā25Ā°C Climate Control
Books stay in perfect condition
Transparent Glass Display
Browse covers at a glance
QR Code Preview
Scan to preview book details
LED Lighting
Bright, attractive visibility
Remote Monitoring
Managed and tracked remotely
24/7 Operation
Round-the-clock availability
Real-Time Inventory
Live stock tracking
Cashless Payment
PAX IM30 secure terminal
60-Second Purchase
From browse to book in a minute
From browse to book in 60 seconds
Browse
Browse curated selections on the touchscreen
Preview
Preview details via QR code
Pay
Make a secure cashless payment
Receive
Receive your book instantly within 60 seconds
Why Your Space Needs a Smarter Retail Solution
Idle Visitor Time Goes Wasted
Lobbies and lounges miss the chance to add real value to the wait.
Staff Have Limited Access to Books
Employees who want to read or upskill have no convenient on-site option.
CSR & Education Goals Left Unmet
A book vending machine delivers visible, consistent impact.
Underutilised Floor Space
Premium square footage sits idle every single day.
Visitor Experience Lacks Differentiation
A striking, tech-driven machine instantly sets you apart.
Revenue Potential in Common Spaces is Ignored
High-footfall zones can generate passive income without staffing burden.
Built for every high-footfall space
Already deployed across Sri Lanka
Sampath Bank
Head Office, Colombo
Deployed at the main lobby of Sampath Bank's head office, providing over 1,000 employees and daily visitors access to curated reading within the banking environment.
Lyceum International School
Nugegoda Branch
Installed within the school premises at Nugegoda, making books instantly accessible to students and parents, reinforcing a culture of reading in an academic setting.
Make the machine truly yours
All branding options are fully customisable. Pricing and artwork requirements provided upon request.
Full Wrap Branding
The entire machine exterior customised with your logo, colours, and messaging ā maximum brand visibility.
Co-Branded Panel
Partner logo and branding appear alongside Book Studio on dedicated panels ā a balanced, shared identity.
Branded Screen Content
Your logo and promotional content run on the touchscreen between transactions.
Book Curation Branding
A dedicated section stocks books handpicked under your brand ā e.g. 'Sampath Reads' or 'Lyceum Recommends'.
Minimal footprint. Maximum impact.
More than retail ā a workplace benefit
Employee Wellbeing
Wellness, mindfulness, and self-help books on site.
Professional Development
Books that support learning and career growth.
Staff Perks & Rewards
Gift vouchers and subsidised book credits as employee rewards.
Improved Engagement
A thoughtful, culture-forward addition to the workplace.
Custom Book Curation
Stock books aligned with your values, industry, or training themes.
Membership Benefits
Employees access Book Studio's discounts, wishlists, and delivery.
Choose the partnership that fits
Revenue Share Model
Book Studio handles all operations. Your organisation earns a share of every sale ā zero cost, zero hassle, passive income from existing floor space. Ideal for malls, cafĆ©s, airports, and large corporates.
- āNo upfront investment
- āPassive revenue
- āFully managed
Fixed Fee / CSR Model
Pay a fixed placement fee and position the machine as a CSR or staff welfare initiative. Subsidise book prices for employees, students, or visitors. Brand the machine as your own. Perfect for banks, schools, and institutions.
- āCSR aligned
- āCustom pricing
- āCo-branded machine
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