Web Summit Qatar: Dohatec’s Gateway to Global Tech Influence

Web Summit Qatar 2024 unites East and West in a tech powerhouse, drawing global leaders, investors, and innovators. GovTech pioneer Dohatec leverages this stage to showcase expertise and forge connections, paving their path to become a global GovTech player. Attendees can expect groundbreaking ideas, disruptive trends, and collaborations shaping the future of technology, from AI tailored for emerging markets to sustainable practices born from cultural exchange. This isn’t just a Doha event; it’s a glimpse into a transformative tech future reshaping the world.

Training for Transformation: Dohatec’s Role in DIMAPPP’s e-GP Evolution

The Digitizing Implementation Monitoring and Public Procurement Project (DIMAPPP) in Bangladesh, led by the Central Procurement Technical Unit (CPTU) and supported by Dohatec, is revolutionizing public procurement. Through targeted e-GP training initiatives, stakeholders are equipped with crucial skills to navigate the system effectively, promoting transparency, efficiency, and accountability.
Dohatec, with its expertise in tailored training programs, empowers participants to master e-GP functionalities, compliance, and competitive bidding strategies. This training initiative has led to increased platform adoption, reduced processing times, cost savings, and heightened competition, transforming Bangladesh’s procurement landscape.
In essence, DIMAPPP’s e-GP training, powered by Dohatec, signifies a pivotal shift towards transparent, efficient, and internationally engaged procurement practices, setting the stage for progress and prosperity in Bangladesh.

Elimination Chronicles: Team Dohatec’s Bittersweet Journey in the Tournament

The Dohatec New Media cricket team entered the Inter Software Company T20 Cricket Tournament 2023 as one of the top contenders. They won their first match convincingly, but fitness issues affected their performance in subsequent matches. They suffered a heartbreaking defeat in their second group match against Brain Station-23 but remained motivated. The team’s final group match against Kite Games was cancelled due to Cyclone Midhili, which dashed their hopes of making it to the next round. The team plans to continue progressing by organizing regular matches and implementing a comprehensive fitness regimen to enhance the players’ fitness. They aim to win the championship next year.

Luna Shamsuddoha Receives Posthumous Accolade

Luna Shamsuddoha, the chairperson of Dohatec New Media, was posthumously awarded the ‘Meritorious Achievement Award’ for her pioneering contribution to voter registration with “Multi-Biometric Deduplication” software at the 19th Annual International Electoral Awards, 2023. She founded Dohatec New Media in 1992 and played a significant role in streamlining Bangladesh’s government procurement by creating the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system. She co-founded the Bangladesh Women in IT (BWIT) Forum, providing a platform for women to network, learn, and seek mentorship in the field of IT. Luna’s remarkable work and commitment to information technology have indelibly shaped the industry, inspiring countless individuals to pursue their passions.

Team Dohatec Suffers Disappointing Defeat

Dohatec New Media played against Brain Station-23 in the Inter Software Company T20 Cricket Tournament 2023. Dohatec New Media struggled to score runs, with their top-order batsmen failing to stabilize the innings. Hussain Md. Tito’s late cameo of 44 runs helped them reach a total of 143 runs. Brain Station-23’s batters were outstanding, scoring runs with ease and winning the match in just 10.3 overs, losing only three wickets in the process. Md. Wahid Akther and Md. Arman Hossain were the top performers for Brain Station-23. Dohatec New Media lost the match and now aim to bounce back in their next game against Kite Games.

Dohatec’s eGP Training Session Gets Near-Perfect Participation

Dohatec New Media conducted e-GP Tenderer training sessions in Dhaka to familiarize tenderers with the e-GP system. The participants had a positive response and showed a growing interest in embracing the e-GP system. The e-GP platform aims to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in public procurement and streamline the procurement process. The training covered various subjects related to the e-GP system, and the trainers created an interactive learning environment that encouraged active participation. The participants left the program feeling confident and well-equipped to use the e-GP system effectively. The significant level of participation in the eGP Tenderer training sessions is a clear indication of the tendering community’s dedication to embracing the digital age of public procurement.