Experts and industry leaders emphasized that entrepreneurs, managers, and young professionals must gain proficiency in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital financial literacy to ensure Bangladesh's industrial sector remains sustainable and globally competitive.
They made the remarks while speaking at a training workshop titled ‘AI for Finance and Digital Financial Literacy’ held on Saturday (January 31). The workshop was organized by the Bangladesh Chamber of Industries (BCI) in its office in Tejgaon I/A, Dhaka.
The speakers noted that AI is no longer confined to the tech sector. Instead, it is revolutionizing financial management, business operations, risk analysis, and financial inclusion in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
Anwar-ul Alam Chowdhury (Parvez), President of BCI, presided over the inaugural ceremony. He highlighted that adapting to AI is a necessity rather than an option for modern businesses.
"Financial literacy is no longer just about basic accounting; it is about secure digital transactions, data tracking, risk analysis, and the ability to make informed decisions using technology," said Anwar-ul Alam.
He added that BCI is committed to enhancing industrial capacity and preparing human resources to meet future challenges through technology adaptation.
Dr. Md. Helal Uddin, Secretary General of BCI, shared striking global statistics during the session.
He noted that currently, 63 percent of organizations worldwide have started using AI for finance. This figure is projected to rise to 84 percent within the next three years.
Preeti Chakraborty, Senior Vice President of BCI, welcomed the trainees and urged them to prepare themselves for a rapidly evolving global market.
The workshop featured two specialized technical sessions conducted by:
Md. Imdadul Islam, Senior Manager, NetCom Learning Bangladesh) and
Sanjoy Paul, head of financial literacy wing, Shimanto Bank PLC.
The first session focused on how AI ensures accuracy in financial operations through real-world examples. The second session addressed the necessity of digital financial literacy for personal use, small businesses, and large-scale corporate operations.
The event saw participation from 20 representatives across various BCI member organizations and industrial firms.