About Universal Business Solutions

One technology group across software, devices and partnerships.

Universal Business Solutions builds and distributes the software, devices and partnerships that businesses run on, from device risk management platforms to national mobility distribution.

Our story

From distribution to infrastructure.

Universal Business Solutions began as a distribution business and has grown into a diversified technology company. We built and acquired the software capabilities needed to support this growth, while continuing to operate national distribution mandates for mobility brands.

Today Universal Business Solutions operates across device financing, mobility distribution and strategic global partnerships, serving telecom operators, retail chains and dealer networks nationwide.

Our journey
PHASE 01

National distribution foundation

Universal Business Solutions establishes itself as a national distributor for mobility brands, building a dealer network across Sri Lanka.

PHASE 02

Software solution entry

Universal Business Solutions becomes a fintech solutions provider and launches CoolPay.

PHASE 03

Loan management and device financing

The Loan Management System is introduced, giving Universal Business Solutions global standard customer management tools.

PHASE 04

Diversified partnerships

Universal Business Solutions becomes the official Playo partner for Sri Lanka, expanding into venue and sports-technology infrastructure.

Vision

To be Sri Lanka's most trusted technology infrastructure partner.

We want every telecom operator, retailer and dealer we work with to treat Universal Business Solutions as a permanent part of their operating infrastructure.

Mission

Connect global technology standards to local execution.

We identify proven technology and deliver it with the local support, distribution reach and accountability that Sri Lankan businesses require.

Core values

What guides how we operate.

RE

Reliability

Systems and supply chains that partners can build their own operations on without contingency planning.

AC

Accountability

One company, one point of contact, across software, hardware and partnership commitments.

PR

Precision

Our clients operate at scale; our platforms and processes are built to match that standard.

GR

Growth

We invest in new verticals deliberately, entering categories where we can operate at global standards.

News

Milestones and announcements from Universal Business Solutions.

Sri Lanka cricket captain Charith Asalanka receiving the Lava-branded national jersey at the sponsorship unveiling event
Sri Lanka cricket captain Charith Asalanka receiving the Lava-branded national jersey at the sponsorship unveiling event
Suryakumar Yadav and Gerald Vanderwall sharing a warm moment with Charith Asalanka at the jersey handover press conference
Press conference panel for the Lava Sri Lanka vs India T20I Series 2024 jersey sponsorship announcement
Sri Lanka national cricketers wearing the Lava-branded jersey during a training session
Sri Lanka national cricketers in the Lava-branded national jersey, studio portraits
Mr. Gerald Vanderwall, Founder and Director of Universal Business Solutions, speaking at the press conference
July 2024

Lava Named Official Jersey Sponsor for Sri Lanka Cricket

Lava Mobiles was confirmed as the official jersey sponsor of the Sri Lankan national cricket team for the T20I and ODI series against India, with the Lava branding worn by the team throughout the series. The sponsorship was unveiled at a press event, where the national jersey was formally handed over to Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka ahead of the series opener.

Mr. Gerald Vanderwall, Founder and Director of Universal Business Solutions and official distributor of Lava Mobiles in Sri Lanka, represented the company at the event alongside Lava International's leadership. The partnership marked a visible moment for Universal Business Solutions' role as Lava's local distribution partner, connecting the brand directly with one of the region's most followed sports.

Leadership philosophy

Depth over breadth, in every vertical we enter.

Universal Business Solutions leadership takes a deliberate approach to diversification: every business line.

Why businesses trust Universal Business Solutions
01

National-scale distribution experience

02

Authorized partnerships with global technology providers

03

Single accountable partner across software and hardware