How LK Domain Registry powers Sri Lanka’s digital infrastructure with ONLYOFFICE

To fulfill their mission, LK Domain Registry relies on robust, secure, and efficient IT systems. We spoke with Sampath Hennayake, Manager of IT Operations, to learn how ONLYOFFICE has been a cornerstone of their operations for over a decade.

About LK Domain Registry

As the sole administrator for the “.lk” country code top-level domain, LK Domain Registry plays a vital role in Sri Lanka’s digital landscape. The organization manages and operates all web addresses ending in “.lk,” providing secure and reliable domain registration services for individuals, businesses, and organizations across the nation.

Beyond its administrative duties, LK Domain Registry is committed to fostering digital growth and innovation throughout Sri Lanka. Through training programs, research initiatives, and community projects, its mission is to build a trusted, innovative, and locally relevant online environment for all Sri Lankans.

The search for a secure, open-source solution

More than ten years ago, LK Domain Registry began looking for a powerful, open-source document editing solution that could integrate seamlessly with its existing Nextcloud environment. The goal was to find a platform that could meet the demanding operational requirements of a critical infrastructure provider without compromising on security or functionality.

Their search led them to ONLYOFFICE Docs, which quickly proved to be the perfect fit. According to Sampath Hennayake, the choice was clear. “We chose ONLYOFFICE mainly because of its powerful features and excellent compatibility with Nextcloud,” he explained. “It provides everything we need in one platform, making document collaboration simple and efficient.”

For an organization responsible for a nation’s digital identity, having tools that are both powerful and dependable is non-negotiable. ONLYOFFICE delivered on both fronts, providing the collaborative features needed to streamline workflows while meeting the stringent security standards of the registry.

Smooth integration and seamless performance

A key factor in the decision was how easily the new solution could be implemented into their existing infrastructure. For LK Domain Registry, the integration of ONLYOFFICE Docs with their Nextcloud instance was a standout success.

“The integration was very smooth and straightforward,” Hennayake noted. “Our engineers followed the official guidelines and completed the setup easily without any issues. It worked perfectly with our Nextcloud environment.”

This hassle-free implementation allowed the team to get up and running quickly, avoiding the disruption that often comes with adopting new enterprise software. By connecting ONLYOFFICE Docs, the LK Domain Registry team could enable real-time document editing and collaboration directly within their familiar Nextcloud platform, creating a unified and productive workspace. This synergy has been instrumental in ensuring their IT systems effectively support their operational requirements.

A decade of reliable service and a strong recommendation

For over ten years, ONLYOFFICE has been a trusted part of LK Domain Registry’s technology stack. It has served as a cost-effective and reliable alternative to other office suites, providing the performance and features necessary to support a critical national service.

The team’s long-term satisfaction speaks volumes about the product’s stability and continuous improvement. When asked about the overall experience, Hennayake offered high praise:

ONLYOFFICE is an excellent and reliable product. It’s cost-effective and works well as a replacement for Microsoft Office. We are very satisfied with its performance and would gladly recommend it to others looking for a secure, open-source office suite.

This strong endorsement from a key player in Sri Lanka’s internet infrastructure highlights the value ONLYOFFICE brings to organizations that prioritize security, control, and seamless collaboration. By providing a powerful suite of tools that integrates perfectly with other open-source platforms like Nextcloud, ONLYOFFICE empowers teams like LK Domain Registry to focus on their core mission: supporting and advancing their nation’s digital future.