Desk Report: Renowned supply chain, procurement, product management and operations professionals of the country came together for the flagship thought leadership workshop titled “Prelude to Synergy” organized by the Global Society for Supply Chain Professionals (GSSCP). There was a different kind of vibrancy in the lobby of Hotel Tropical Daisy in Gulshan since yesterday morning.

It was like a gathering—where experience, innovation, and collaboration came together to create a new story.

The day-long workshop featured keynote speeches, lively panel discussions, real-world case studies, and interactive sessions. Not just lectures—each session featured lively debate, sparking ideas, and searching for solutions.

Participants said, “I am not only learning here, but I am also finding colleagues and future partners.”

Several Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) were signed at the event. These agreements will make the supply chain more dynamic and innovative at the domestic and international levels in the future.

“Prelude to Synergy is truly an inspiration,” said Tanzil Aslam, Founder President of GSSCP and CEO of Knowledgebiz. “We want supply chain and product management professionals to come together to create an environment where innovation, resilience, and growth go hand in hand to move forward towards a brighter future.”

Other speakers delivered messages that touched not only the corporate but also the heart. Naizur Rahman, who in his inspiring speech said, “Supply chain is not just about numbers, it is about people’s stories, dreams and emotions. Success will come only if we can harness that emotion.”

Those who led the discussion were Naizur Rahman – Founder, Mind Works, Dr. Mohammad Ekramul Islam – Treasurer, Sonargaon University, Tanzil Aslam – Knowledgebiz CEO and Founder President, GSSCP, Mohammad Zia Uddin – Supply Director, Bangladesh-Sri Lanka Cluster, Reckitt, Faisal Alam – Head of Demand and Supply Planning, Nestle Food and Beverage, Golam Samdani Don – Chief Inspirational Officer, Sumdany Facilitation & Consultancy.

At a time when the industrial and business environment of Bangladesh is changing rapidly, such an event is not just a workshop, but the beginning of a kind of revolution.

100 professionals from more than 50 organizations came together to exchange ideas on how Bangladesh can further advance in the global competition.

At the end of the day, one thing was shining in the eyes of the participants—“Prelude to Synergy has shown us a new path.”