EATL Innovation Hub

About EATL
Innovation Hub

Information Technology (IT) gives fast, easy access to information which is essential for the development of the whole world. Large IT companies are opening around the world, and nations are building up IT platforms, developing and promoting their IT industries. Emerging countries are becoming stakeholders in this boom by creating conducive environments, drawing global IT companies to invest there. Bangladesh, with its huge underutilized manpower, can also benefit from these initiatives by establishing nationwide IT infrastructure and skilled labor force. Although the RMG sector remains dominant in the nation’s contribution to GDP and workforce, ICT is the new frontier that soon to catch up due to large foreign investments, government incentives, and favorable policies for the industry.

ICT has the potential to directly impact and transform other markets given the overreaching effects of automation, AI, big data, and Advance analytics throughout the world. It is estimated that the outsourcing sector has a worldwide market of USD 500 billion; India's share is USD 140 billion compared to Bangladesh's USD 800 million in 2017 The government is aspiring to earn around $5 billion in next few years from this digital revolution. The success we have achieved so far and initiatives are being taken, we can hope that within the next ten years, this income will multiply several times.

EATL Innovation Hub Ltd. is a leading tech-driven innovation center in Bangladesh, situated in the Hi-Tech Park, Kaliakoir. It is an extension of EATL (Ethics Advanced Technology Ltd.), a prominent IT company in the region. EATL Innovation Hub is dedicated to advancing technological innovation, software development, ICT training, and entrepreneurial ventures, providing a platform for tech enthusiasts, startups, and entrepreneurs to collaborate and grow.

Key Focus Areas:

Software Development:

Specializes in designing and developing innovative software solutions for various industries, including healthcare, education, finance, and more.

ICT Training and Capacity Building:

Specializo Offers specialized training programs in cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Blockchain, Data Science, and Internet of Things (IoT).
Focuses on empowering young professionals and entrepreneurs with practical tech skills to enhance their employability and entrepreneurial success.

Research and Development (R&D):

Speo Engages in research in emerging fields of technology to create innovative products and services.
Collaboration with educational institutions and research bodies to drive innovation forward.

Entrepreneurship and Start-up Support:

Provides mentoring, incubation, and acceleration programs for start-ups, helping them scale and grow their businesses.
Facilitates networking opportunities with investors and venture capitalists.

Collaboration and Partnerships:

Works with both local and international organizations to foster collaboration on various tech projects, contributing to the national tech ecosystem.

Achievements:

EATL Innovation Hub has successfully launched various tech solutions and projects that have been deployed nationally and internationally
The hub has trained numerous ICT professionals, contributing significantly to the development of the digital economy in Bangladesh.

Board of Directors

Chairman

MD. ABDUL KARIM

Mr. Md. Abdul Karim is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of EATL Innovation Hub Limited (EIHL). Mr. Karim is a former Principal Secretary to the Government of Bangladesh and a Senior Adviser of BRAC. Earlier he worked as Secretary in the Ministries of Home Affairs, Commerce, Fisheries and Livestock, Communications (Bridge Division) and Finance (Internal Resource Division). He also served as the Economic and Commercial Counsellor of Bangladesh Embassy in Belgium. He was the Chairman of Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd and former Chairman of Eastern Refinery Limited. He has also served as the chairman of IPDC Finance Limited, the first private sector financial institution of Bangladesh established in 1981. Mr. Karim was also the Chairman of the National Board of Revenue and Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation. Mr. Abdul Karim also served as the Managing Director of the Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF). He was Chairperson of several national level committees of various ministries.

Born and raised in Chittagong, Mr. Karim obtained his Master of Social Science degree in Development Administration from the University of Birmingham, UK and M.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Chittagong. He attended many international conferences and meetings including UN General Assembly, D-8 Summits, COP Summits and many others. Mr. Karim is the Secretary General of the South East Asian Cooperation (SEACO) Foundation, which is working at the civil society level for trade and investment promotion among five countries of the South and South East Asian region. He is a Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) Rotarian. Mr. Karim is the President of Bangladesh Deaf Sports Federation and immediate past President of Bangladesh Scouts (Boy Scouts and Girl Guides). He is the President of Bangladesh Scouts Foundation, President of Chittagong University Alumni Association, Advisory Committee Member of the Asian University for Women (AUW), Chittagong and President of Bangladesh Chemical Society.

Managing Director

Mr. M A Mubin Khan

The story of Ethics Advance Technology Limited stated with the vision and dream of a visionary entrepreneur, Mr. M A Mubin Khan. He was born in Moulvibazar, Sylhet in a prestigious family. From his early life, he has always wanted to do something fruitful for the country and the people of Bangladesh. With a view to establish the ICT footprint in Bangladesh to pace up with the upcoming digital era, Mr. Khan founded Ethics Advance Technology Limited (EATL) in November 1999, which was incorporated with Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC) in 2000.

Under his capable and dynamic leadership, EATL has experienced spectacular growth in the last 20 years and have also been effectively contributed towards the development of ICT industry in the country. Still contributing in both government and private sectors of Bangladesh and abroad, the firm has now become one of the leading software and technology companies of Bangladesh. EATL is deeply committed to enhancing the business value of clients and partners on a long term and outstanding basis through ensuring technical excellence and fair business practices.

EATL became a member of Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS), which the national apex body for Software and IT Enabled Service industries of Bangladesh. With his leadership and charisma, Mr. Khan served as one of the Directors of BASIS Executive Council in 2009 He was also the Convener of the BASIS SoftExpo, the largest private- sector exposition aimed at showcasing IT and ITES products and services in Bangladesh. BASIS SoftExpo has now became a regular yearly event in Bangladesh ICT sector, thanks to his thoughtful foresight.

Mr. Khan is credited as the father figure in developing the mobile application industry in Bangladesh. He and his organization was the pioneer in mobile application development in Bangladesh. Also, he ensured that there are enough attention and interest in the mobile application industry by the youngsters of Bangladesh by launching the first Mobile Application Store and Platform of Bangladesh titled EATLapps (www.eatlapps.com). It was launched on 17th November 2012 at Ruposhi Bangla Hotel with the then ICT Minister Mostofa Faruque Ahmed as the Chief Guest. The themes of the competition were to encourage the brightest talents, ICT and Development professionals. Government officials from different sectors, Development Partners, Donors, UN agencies, ICT industry colleagues, Universities, Colleagues, NGOs, Civil Society organizations and representation from new generation - young people participated in the program. In the next 5 years, EATL along with the leading national daily Prothom Alo, consecutively launched yearly mobile application development contests to find out ICT talents in Bangladesh. This is considered as a milestone step in Bangladesh ICT industry.