TVS at the '3 Decades of SUST IPE & Reunion 2025'

On February 7 and 8, 2025, the Industrial & Production Engineering (IPE) Department at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) celebrated a significant milestone—three decades of excellence of the department!

The event was organised by the SUST IPE Alumni Association (SIPEAA). Technovative Solutions Ltd. (TVS) was the Gold Sponsor of the event. The event featured a lively reunion of alumni and industry leaders, demonstrating the department's strong community and network built over three decades.

On the first day of the event, an engaging and insightful panel discussion on “Future of Industry: Current Trends and Emerging Challenges” took place. Dr. Tamanna Khan, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Technovative Solutions Ltd. (TVS), presented virtually as a distinguished thought leader in her field. With her expertise in technology transfer and digital transformation, Dr. Khan shared compelling insights that captivated the audience and encouraged dialogue among industry peers.

Dr. Khan shared the stage with Tareq Amin, founder and CEO of Textile Today; R N Paul, Managing Director of PRAN RFL; Pervez Sajjad, Supply Chain Director of Nestlé Bangladesh PLC; Shah Muhammad Ashequr, Chief Marketing Officer of Honda Pvt. Ltd.; Nawabur Rahman, Director-Technical Operations of Square Pharmaceuticals; and Syed Arefin, Managing Director of A&E BD Ltd.. During her speech in the event, addressing aspiring young professionals, Dr. Khan mentioned, “You don't have to be an expert in AI or blockchain; nevertheless, you can be confident that you’re creating a positive impact on improving the circular economy by using the technologies.”

A team from TVS was well-represented at the event with a booth, including Kollol Chakraborty, Senior Software Engineer; Sajib Sutradhar, Software Engineer; and Syed Shafkatul Hassan, Junior AI&ML Engineer--- who were there to connect with alumni and promote the initiatives of TVS and its spin-offs, Indetechs Software Ltd. and DigiProd Pass Ltd.

The atmosphere at SUST was filled with joy and excitement as alumni gathered to celebrate their shared histories and accomplishments. Attendees enjoyed reconnecting with their fellows and networking opportunities. The event showcased ten stalls from various sponsors, offering valuable insights into industry advancements and innovations.

About Dr Tamanna Khan

Dr. Tamanna Khan is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Technovative Solutions Ltd. (TVS), UK. She is a certified Change Manager and holds a PhD in Business and Management from the Alliance Manchester Business School at the University of Manchester. Her doctoral research focused on corporate development strategies, strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions, and their impact on enhancing innovation and competitive performance within high-tech companies. Her expertise lies in cross-domain technology transfer and digital transformation.

Dr. Khan earned a Master’s in Management of Technology from the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, and a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington, USA. She has also completed an Executive Master’s in Supply Chain Management and Logistical Systems from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland.

Dr. Khan is also working as the Project Coordinator, and Dissemination and Communication leader for several H2020, HORIZON and InnovateUK funded projects related to circularity, blockchain-enabled healthcare, disaster resilience, geothermal, solar and renewable energy and battery passports.