6th issue of 'The Supply Chain Street' magazine unveiled
The unveiling event of "The Supply Chain Street" magazine took place on Friday, September 22nd, at the BUET Graduate Club. The event brought together industry professionals, influencers, academicians, and students, all eager to get a first look at the latest offering from The Supply Chain Street.
The evening commenced with a warm welcome from The Supply Chain Street's Editor-in-Chief, Mohammad Mamun Chowdhury, who expressed gratitude for the support and excitement surrounding the magazine's launch. He highlighted the magazine's unique vision and commitment to delivering insights into the supply chain, reads a press release.
Ejazur Rahman, Managing Director of Mind Mapper Bangladesh, emphasised the critical role of public policy and associated government regulations in shaping the practice of supply chain management in Bangladesh. He pointed out that the rapidly changing geopolitical and regulatory environments have a significant influence on SCM, warranting careful consideration in policy-making.
Md. Nabeeul Islam Khan, Supply Chain Director at Coats Bangladesh Limited, noted, "The supply chain is experiencing turbulence due to post-COVID and Ukraine-Russia war. These stresses have revealed the fragility of the modern supply chain, necessitating a redesign of supply chain networks to enhance resilience, agility, and adaptability."
Mohammed Zia Uddin, Supply Director, Bangladesh - Sri Lanka Cluster, Reckitt Benckiser, highlighted the importance of accurately predicting customer demand in today's competitive manufacturing landscape. This ability is a critical factor for success, enabling manufacturers to align their operations with market needs, optimise resources, and drive overall business performance.
Mohammad Shams E Tabriz, Managing Director, Schenker Logistics (Bangladesh) Limited, underscored the transformative impact of the Matarbari sea port on the logistics landscape. While this port will play a pivotal role in achieving BGMEA's $100 billion export target by 2030, Tabriz emphasized the need for further infrastructure development to ensure smooth transportation from the port to other parts of the country.
Distinguished guests, including Md Ariful Hoque from Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), Professor Dr. M. Zubaidur Rahman, Vice Chancellor of ZNRF University of Management Sciences (ZUMS), and industry leaders such as Kazi Amirul Hoque (Shiblee), Habibur Rahman, Dipesh Nag, Shahed Latif, and Wahid Anwar, graced the stage to share their insights and upcoming supply chain challenges.
Their speeches addressed various challenges in the country's supply chain landscape, including the dollar crisis, import restrictions, price hikes, and inflation. They also underscored the importance of The Supply Chain Street's contributions to the industry.
The event provided a platform for attendees to connect, share ideas, and establish meaningful collaborations. The atmosphere buzzed with lively conversations and exchanges of contact information. As The Supply Chain Street takes its place in the supply chain field in Bangladesh, it is poised to become a leading source of supply chain trends, information, knowledge, and innovation for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Suzuki Motorbikes (Rancon Motorbikes Limited) proudly sponsored the event, with Grameen Danone Foods Limited as the nutrition partner, and ZNRF University of Management & Science and Easy Way Education & Visa Service as education partners. The Business Standard served as the media partner.