In a significant step toward accelerating digital transformation in Bangladesh’s apparel and manufacturing sectors, a high-level AI & Automation Innovation Event was held in Dhaka, bringing together global technology leaders and nearly 100 industry owners, executives, and experts.
The event was hosted by Centric Software, an end-to-end AI-powered enterprise solutions for product concept to commercialization initiative reflects a growing commitment to advancing AI-driven innovation and data-centric operations across Bangladesh’s industrial landscape.
The gathering saw participation from leading manufacturing groups, including SQ Group, New Flame, Ha‑Meem Group, DBL Group, Majumdar Group, Azim & Sons, and Epyllion Group, among others. Industry leaders engaged in in‑depth discussions on how artificial intelligence, automation, and data‑driven decision‑making are reshaping supply chains, enhancing operational agility, and improving global competitiveness.
Representing Centric Software, Nick Wei highlighted how global brands and manufacturers are increasingly leveraging PLM and AI‑powered platforms to accelerate time‑to‑market, improve cost control, and enhance end‑to‑end supply chain transparency. He shared that Centric Software, part of Dassault Systèmes, supports thousands of global brands with integrated solutions that connect people, processes, and data on a single platform. Nick emphasized that intelligent, connected systems are critical for breaking down operational silos, improving cross‑functional collaboration, and enabling faster, more efficient product development. In today’s highly competitive environment, he noted, such platforms are essential for protecting margins, driving innovation, and achieving sustainable growth.
A key highlight of the event was a panel discussion moderated by Nick Wei, Senior Director of Centric Software, featuring Darshan De Silva, Country Manager – Bangladesh Operations at New Flame; and Azwath Mohammad, Chief Technology and Digital Excellence Officer at Q Collection and Srajan Kumar Saxena, CEO & Founder of Zukunu Inc.
Panelists discussed how AI is already delivering tangible results across the manufacturing value chain, including improvements in speed‑to‑market, production efficiency, quality management, and cost optimization. At the same time, they acknowledged ongoing challenges, particularly around data readiness, system integration, and organizational change management.
From an operational standpoint, Azwath Mohammad, Chief Technology and Digital Excellence Officer at Q Collection highlighted how AI and integrated digital systems are improving production planning, forecasting accuracy, and resource utilization within manufacturing environments. Drawing from Q Collection’s transformation journey, he emphasized that strong data foundations and system integration are essential to unlocking AI’s full value, adding that future competitiveness will increasingly depend on capabilities such as supply chain traceability, sustainability tracking, and predictive analytics.
Darshan De Silva, Country Manager – Bangladesh Operations at New Flame underscored the importance of aligning advanced technology with real‑world manufacturing conditions. He noted that successful AI adoption depends not only on tools, but also on execution strategy, workforce readiness, and industry collaboration. With the right long‑term vision, he said, Bangladesh has strong potential to emerge as a regional leader in smart manufacturing.
Sharing his perspective, Srajan Kumar Saxena spoke about the growing role of AI‑driven supply chain intelligence in enabling predictive planning, real‑time visibility, and faster decision‑making. He emphasized the importance of practical AI adoption that delivers measurable business outcomes through better use of historical data and advanced analytics.
Industry observers noted that initiatives like this play a critical role in strengthening Bangladesh’s position in the global manufacturing ecosystem. The event highlighted the country’s growing importance in the apparel value chain and its increasing relevance in the broader global digital transformation journey.
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