Bizongo’s revenue across textile hubs grows 20X in 11 months

                                  as manufacturers adopt digitisation

                  

Textile hubs of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka are witnessing a rapid shift in MSMEs embracing technology platforms to fast track their business. Full stack B2B trade enablement platform Bizongo has seen its annualized revenue grow 20 times to INR 600 crore in the last 11 months from these regions.

Karnataka alone contributes 14 per cent to the national garment production in India and the state capital Bengaluru is known as the Garment Capital of India, owing to the presence of a large number of fabric and yarn manufacturers.

A substantial part of the growth is driven by the digitized and automated supply chain financing solution provided to manufacturers to help them with their credit and working capital needs. The steep rise in cotton prices and coal shortage have kept manufacturing units under pressure, increasing the need for MSMEs to seek credit to keep their production on track. Bizongo has been helping MSMEs with collateral free and minimum documentation working capital lines.

Bizongo’s Partner Hub platform helps textile manufacturers avail services across production planning, order delivery timelines, payment reconciliation, to do away with manual tasks. Bizongo has also launched IoT enabled cloud factory setups that power MSMEs to give real time updates to their enterprise customers about their products and order status, and also reduces time and effort in raising invoices and undertaking collections.

Bizongo’s supply chain finance model is rooted in generating free cash flow and offering faster access to working capital, which enables manufacturers to improve performance. This approach has spiraled the technology firm to become a market leader in the customized goods categories such as textiles, apparels and other contract manufactured goods.

  Aniket Deb, Co-founder and COO, Bizongo said, “Our platform caters to the entire ecosystem of textile manufacturers - right from the enterprise customer, to the garment manufacturer and further up to the yarn supplier and even the cotton mill. Through our technology platform we have been able to add value to both sales and procurement. Be it digitizing orders and deliveries or invoicing to credit, Bizongo has made it possible for every player in the textile life cycle to conduct their business in the most efficient manner and optimize their resources.”

Bizongo has strong partnerships with over 25 financial institutions to facilitate credit and working capital needs of MSMEs. Some of the enterprise customers are Hours Overseas, Tripal Traders, and Namo Traders.

Anupam Chaudhary, Owner, Namo Traders said, “Our sales have gone up by 45%. Despite the demand, we were facing challenges in supplying to our customers due to lack of working capital. Bizongo helped us achieve consistent growth in our business by resolving the issues around working capital.”

In 2021, the technology platform has facilitated INR 1200 cr through its supply chain financing.

The strong demand for digital platforms comes as enterprises face challenges arising from higher Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), manual processes, offline catalog and artwork management, ad-hoc vendor engagement, inaccurate purchase planning, high inventory, loss of sales, and delayed payments to vendor partners.

About Bizongo

Bizongo was founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates Aniket Deb, Sachin Agrawal, and Ankit Tomar, to digitally transform the fragmented and unorganized yet unique and ubiquitous B2B segment of customized goods. Today, the company focuses upon packaging, textiles, apparel & other contract manufacturing goods as its product portfolio and has a network of over 3,000 partner factories. Through its proprietary digital platforms, such as Procure Live, Partner Hub, and Artwork Flow, Bizongo offers Digital Vendor Management, Supply Chain Automation & Supply Chain Financing as key services to its enterprise customers. The B2B e-commerce platform services 300+ enterprise customers in fashion & lifestyle, pharmaceuticals, consumer discretionary, consumer staples, home & personal care, and 

e-commerce.

 

  Mediamax Entertainment presents a soulful track  "O Bhole" 

                      On the occasion of Maha Shivratri

Mediamax Entertainment presents ‘O Bhole’ featuring Sunny K, Music: Sushil Kumar Boghi, Singer/lyrics: Raj Kumar, Camera & post-production: Reg-D Production, Editor: Regan Dadu (Reg-D), Project Design: DJ Sheizwood (Ashish Chandra) and Concept & Direction: Manisha Kaushal 

Think of  "O Bhole" and the first thing that comes to mind is slow-paced tunes and classical music instruments but Mediamax Entertainment & DJ Sheizwood brings the funk to this song to reconnect the youth to their spiritual self.

"O Bhole " will light the lamps of knowledge and truth in the hearts and minds of the listeners so that they can dispel the forces of darkness within them and allow their innate brilliance and goodness to shine forth.  

Avi Panday  of Mediamax Entertainment says "O Bhole is our honest attempt to ignite the spiritual side of our youth in a way which keeps them rooted ,the song is made it in such a way that it will have an instant connection with the audience.”

 THIS SUMMER, CREATE LASTING MEMORIES WITH YOUR LOVED ONES BY INDULGING IN EXCITING ACTIVITIES ON YAS ISLAND, ABU DHABI.

Get blown away by the outstanding range of award-winning attractions available at Yas Island Abu Dhabi

Parents can book their vacations now at yasisland.ae

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading entertainment and leisure destinations, is the best place for kids to visit this vacation. From the world’s fastest roller coaster, to its largest indoor theme park, to the highest indoor climbing wall and biggest skydiving chamber, Yas Island Abu Dhabi promises no one will ever be bored.

Parents can take their little ones to Yas Island’s award-winning theme parks, dotted across the Island including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Water world Abu Dhabi, and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. Alternatively, kids can soar in a skydiving chamber or scale to new heights at the climbing wall at CLYMB^TM Abu Dhabi.

For some rest and relaxation, Yas Island has hotels galore such Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island and the W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, which offers unparalleled views of the iconic Yas Marina Circuit. With over 2,000 rooms and suites across eight hotels, offering parents an incredible diversity of hospitality options ensuring their kids have the freedom to explore and experience the best of Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

Kids can gear up for the action and head down to Yas Marina Circuit. Home to the Formula 1^ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, families can go on a motor-themed adventure with a hair-raising tour around the Circuit, and parents can even demonstrate why they rule the road when they hire one of the incredible cars available at Yas Marina Circuit.

Are your kid's picky eaters? On Yas Island, there’s something for everyone. With 165 restaurants around Yas Island, the destination is bound to please the whole family. Make sure to check out Yas Marina, home to some of Abu Dhabi’s most luxurious super-yachts, with seven restaurants including the seafood eatery, Aquarium; the artisanal lounge, Iris Yas Island; and the iconic Cipriani restaurant.

If parents want to have some time for themselves while on vacation, Yas Island is the destination. They can head to Yas Links, the Middle East’s first true Links coastal golf course, ranked as the number two golf course in the Middle East. Alternatively, for a truly rejuvenating vacation, slip into a lounger at Yas Beach, and enjoy the sounds of the Arabian Gulf lapping the golden sands of Yas Island. And, if one is wanting to relish a shopping opportunity, Abu Dhabi’s largest mall, Yas Mall, offers a plethora of retail outlets, with 400 international brands and 79 restaurants and cafes.

Yas Island has all this and much more; so plan your Summer in advance & bring your kids to this exuberant land nestled on the golden coastline of Abu Dhabi & make the most of your child’s summer vacation by creating lasting memories with your loved ones.

About Yas Island

Yas Island is one of the world’s fastest-growing leisure and entertainment destinations, located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi - just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai. Yas Island offers holidaymakers a diverse mix of award-winning leisure and entertainment experiences, from one-of-a-kind theme parks, world-class shopping, and superb dining, to a links golf course, exciting water and motorsports, and spectacular musical, entertainment, and family events… all within the 25 sq km Island.  

Today, Yas Island is home to the award-winning theme parks, the record-breaking CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX™), Yas Marina, the award-winning Yas Links golf course, as well as Abu Dhabi’s largest mall, Yas Mall. With eight hotels, including W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Crowne Plaza Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Island Rotana, Centro Yas Island by Rotana, Radisson Blu Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island and Stay bridge Suites Abu Dhabi Yas Island, plus more than 165 dining experiences, the destination also features indoor and outdoor concert venues including MAD and Etihad Arena - all of which are complemented by a range of visitor services that connect all attractions to one another.

 The first look Himanee Bhatia's debut novel ‘Ten Fireflies’ is gripping and fascinating.

Often described as different,  unique and fresh, Himanee Bhatia has uncovered the front page of her debut book ‘Ten Fireflies’. Himanee regards this book as her baby   and her best kept secret. The book revolves around the comedy and drama involved

in the magical lives of three siblings. 

Talking about her new book, Himanee says "Being an actor is one thing, but being an author is all together a different feeling. It taps on the aspect of sibling relationships and the fun and drama it brings along. Well, I must say, growing up with siblings is an experience everybody should have. From the silly fights to the heartwarming moments they are all memories for life. With Ten Fireflies I am attempting to explore this very magic of the relationship, you hate it, you love it, but you cannot live without it. I hope people read and enjoy this book as it is very close to my heart."

Himanee shot to fame in her career as an actress with her short film ‘Act Normal’. She has also worked in the short film ‘Khat’ which was released on MX Player a few days back. Now turning an author, is certainly adding another feather to her hat.

 Actor/Producer Roshni Kapoor creates a huge uproar for her debut movie The RAGE - Over Injustice and bags the Aarvee entertainment award for the movie in support of the LGBT community and women empowerment

Roshni Kapoor is basking on the glory that is coming her way with her debut The Rage - Over Injustice. Her movie has made a mark and she has been receiving all the accolades for her performance. Roshni has been on a roll with her work and that is taking her places. She has a huge fan following on social media and that definitely aids in the projects that she does.
She has recently bagged the Aarvee Entertainment award for the movie in support of the LGBT community and women empowerment. She received it from the voice of Pushpa in Hindi, Shreyas Talpade. There are only words of praise for this powerhouse of a performer and she has a long way to go and she is firmly at it.
We spoke to Roshni on winning the award and here is what she says, "It's been an auspicious time for me. You will encounter several obstacles on your way to success; standing strong till the last moment is the definition of success. For me, Winning this award is a big thing as this movie conveys a strong message to society and moreover, it is a tribute to my mother, and getting it from Shreyas Talpade was the icing on the cake. Our entire team has been through a tough time and hopefully, that's behind us. I am glad to be debuting with The Rage - Over injustice which is very close to my heart. People have taken note and it has unruffled a few feathers. A huge shoutout and love to my team and all my fans. Your love is everything I strive for."

Himanee Bhatia starrer film 'Khat' which is a love story around LGBTQ community to release on MX player

 Himanee Bhatia starrer film 'Khat' which is a love story around the LGBTQ community to release on MX player

Himanee Bhatia is known to play diverse characters and is famous for her unique choice in roles. Her upcoming release, Khat is a short film that is a love triangle and is around the LGBTQ community. Himanee plays the character of Dhriti Singha, who is a writer and the protagonist of the film. The film was the official selection at LGBTQ film selection 2019. That itself says a lot about the potential of the cinema and Himanee. It's an important film for us as a society and it furthers the progression that we as a society have been making. We need to take giant strides in this arena and this is going to do a world of good in that sense. The film is to release in March, on MX player.

Himanee says, "This film is extremely close to me. I have had the utmost love and respect for the LGBTQ community. They are as much as part of ours as we are theirs. The way they have been treated over the years has been a shame but we are coming out of that shell. We are a progressive society and we continue to do so. It was an immediate yes as I heard the narration. The film has been doing the rounds of the film festivals and I am glad it will be available for the audience very soon. It's a project that is bound to question our beliefs and sit and think to decide what is right and not what is convenient. Time's up for anyone who thinks that they don't belong to society. They make society. Love and light to all "

Actress Himanee Bhatia wins the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Aarvee Entertainment Iconic Achievers Awards for Blink

 Himani Bhatia wins the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Aarvee Entertainment Iconic Achievers Awards for Blink

Actress Himanee Bhatia just had a day of her acting career as she bagged not one but two awards on the same day. She received India's highest award in cinema - the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award in the best actress category for her performance in the film Blink. She also received the best actress award in OTT at Aarvee Entertainment Iconic Achievers Award.

Blink is an OTT short thriller film. The short film had received both critical and commercial success, but Himanee's performance is being talked about the most. The critics have loved her performance and her acting talents, where she convincingly played her part to perfection. Now, we are all waiting to see her on the big screen. The entire movie was shot during the pandemic, and Himanee had high expectations running for its success. 

She was much overwhelmed by the two awards she received. Still, she shared some words on what this success means to her. Here's what she says, "I don't know what to say. You all can see I'm completely overwhelmed and feel so blessed. These awards mean everything to me right now. I risked a lucrative corporate job to pursue my acting dreams and finally see my struggle, everything paying off still feels like a dream. I feel so grateful for today, for Blink to happen to me. And I just can't thank all my supporters, family, friends, and fans. I hope the dream run continues."