Md Sakib Mia has been honored with the prestigious “Data Analytics Excellence Award”-2025 for his remarkable academic achievement and impactful contribution to advancing data analytics, digital transformation, and technology-driven business intelligence. His recognition highlights a distinguished role in shaping modern digital strategy and reflects the growing global acknowledgment of young Bangladeshi scholars making significant contributions in advanced research.
The award selection process for IRTEC 4.0–2025 was overseen by an internationally recognized Central Organizing Committee, comprising distinguished scholars and institutional leaders. Key members included: Chief Patron: Prof. Dr. Rhituraj Saikia, President, Eudoxia Research University, USA, Patron: Prof. Dr. Caleb Moyo, Vice-Chancellor, Eudoxia Research University, USA, Convener: Prof. Dr. Dimitrios A. Karras, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Greece. Organizing Secretary: Dr. Rania Lampou, Dean (Academics & Research), ERU, USA, CIO: Flavia Ceccato, Chief Innovation Officer, ERU, USA, Coordinators: Prof. Dr. Rajesh G. Konnur, Pro-VC, ERU, USA; Prof. Dr. Sukhwinder Singh, Registrar, ERU, USA; and the Eudoxia Research Centre, Bangalore, India.
His award-winning research paper, titled “Integrating Cloud Computing, Big Data, and Business Analytics to Determine Digital Transformation and Competitive Advantage in Modern Enterprises,” explores how modern organizations in the United States are leveraging cloud technologies and data analytics to enhance decision-making, operational excellence, and market competitiveness. The research presents empirical findings collected from 205 professionals representing the IT, finance, and manufacturing sectors across the USA. It reveals the growing dependence of enterprises on cloud infrastructure, data-driven operations, and workforce upskilling, demonstrating that analytics integration significantly improves organizational decision-making and efficiency.
With participation from delegates representing more than ten countries and awards presented across five major categories, the event brought together esteemed scholars, scientists, academicians, and professionals from around the world.
Sakib’s contribution to the research includes designing and validating the methodological approach, participating in data interpretation, and strengthening analytical frameworks essential to the study’s integrity and significance. His work effectively highlights the transformative role of analytics and emphasizes the need for integration of governance structures, advanced training programs, and scalable technology strategies to support sustainable innovation.
For Bangladesh, this achievement symbolizes a major milestone in academic excellence and technological advancement. Sakib’s work offers inspiration and guidance for policymakers, academic institutions, and industries striving toward a digitally empowered economy. His research encourages the adoption of modern analytical practices, cloud infrastructure, and artificial intelligence readiness aligning with national ambitions to strengthen innovation capacity and build a skilled data-driven workforce capable of competing in global markets.
In the United States, where the study’s data was collected, Sakib’s research provides timely insights for enterprises navigating the rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. The findings contribute directly to strategic decisions in sectors such as finance, information technology, manufacturing, digital governance, and AI‑supported business environments. The study reinforces the value of explainable AI models, secure cloud governance, real‑time data systems, and skilled workforce development all critical themes influencing the future of the American digital economy. Receiving this esteemed award highlights Md Sakib Mia’s dedication to academic excellence, innovation, and meaningful global contribution. His work strengthens the bridge between Bangladeshi talent and the international research community, inspiring future scholars to drive technological progress and policy advancement. His achievement serves as a reminder that informed research, coupled with vision and capability, can shape future industries and empower nations to lead in the digital age.
