Smart Technologies (BD) Ltd. has been honored with the ‘Bangladesh Partner of the Year FY24’ for outstanding performance during Fiscal Year 2024 at the prestigious Cisco India & SAARC Partner Confluence, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka on 10th April 2025.

Md. Ruhul Amin Khan, Senior General Manager-Enterprise Network and Security Solutions, Smart Technologies BD Ltd. has received the award on behalf of Smart Technologies (BD) Ltd., in the presence of prominent Cisco leaders and esteemed business partners from the region. Distinguished attendees included Dave West, Senior Vice President and President of Asia Pacific, Japan, and Greater China; Daisy Chittilapilly, President of Cisco India & SAARC; Ashok Shivashankar, Managing Director of Partner and RTM Sales at Cisco India & SAARC; and Kartika Prihadi, Vice President of Partner Sales at Cisco.

The Cisco India & SAARC Partner Confluence is a flagship event celebrating the strength of Cisco's partner ecosystem. The event brought together key partners, global and regional leaders, and technology experts in an engaging setting to share knowledge, explore technological advancements, and inspire collaboration. This year, Cisco emphasized the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) as a driving force for innovation, enhanced security, and intelligent solutions across industries.

Expressing his gratitude, Mohammad Zahirul Islam, Managing Director of Smart Technologies (BD) Ltd., acknowledged the collective efforts of his team, customers, Cisco Bangladesh and Bangladeshi business partners that contributed to Cisco's growth in Bangladesh. He emphasized the vital role of collaboration in achieving milestones and navigating challenges. He said, "There is no alternative to technological advancement to address global challenges. We, Smart Technologies, are committed to delivering the world's latest technological products and services to the people of Bangladesh at all levels. We believe that we will be able to positively highlight Bangladesh's progress in the world of technology, which will become the main driving force in building a modern Bangladesh in the future."

This achievement underscores the pivotal role of Smart Technologies (BD) Ltd. in advancing technology and innovation in Bangladesh, paving the way for a smarter and more connected future.