Felicity IDC Limited, a state-of-the-art tier-III-certified data centre, has recently hosted a day-long industry study tour at its headquarters at Kaliakair Hi-Tech Park in Gazipur.
The visit brought together 35 participants, including students and faculty members from the departments of architecture and computer science and engineering at North South University, said a press release on Monday.
Organised in collaboration with WHOSWHO, the official HR partner of Felicity IDC Limited, the initiative aimed to strengthen academic-industry collaboration and provide participants with first-hand exposure to one of Bangladesh鈥檚 most advanced data centres and its robust digital infrastructure.
The programme began with an interactive session led by Samir Benjamin, general manager of Felicity IDC Limited, who shared insights on the future of digital infrastructure.
He discussed the transformative potential of Starlink satellite internet technology in enhancing nationwide connectivity and emphasised how most consumers indirectly rely on FIDC鈥檚 services through its nationwide fibre-optic network.
NSU faculty members highlighted the growing importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in the digital era, noting the significance of participation from both architecture and CSE students in a shared industry visit.
They also emphasised how such joint experiences benefit students across disciplines by broadening their perspectives.
At the end of the session, Shahriar Iqbal Raj, chairperson of the department of architecture, presented a token of appreciation and an NSU souvenir to the FIDC team.
Participants were then given exclusive access to FIDC鈥檚 cutting-edge facilities, including a guided tour of the powerhouse. This immersive experience offered learning opportunities related to data centre operations, fire safety and power management.