Supankar Banik is one of Cefalo Dhaka’s longest-serving team members. Over the past 14 years, he has grown alongside the company – and continues to find motivation in the work he does every day.
Fourteen Years of Growth – and Still Learning
– What keeps me inspired is the strong culture of collaboration and mutual respect. I work with people who value different perspectives, and that creates a very dynamic and supportive atmosphere, he says.
What satisfies him most is being part of a culture where ideas are encouraged, and everyone has a voice.
– I feel like I’m making a meaningful contribution – not just through my code, but through open discussions and shared decisions.
SHARING KNOWLEDGE THROUGH CEFALO: Having the opportunity to share knowledge and still being able to grow as a person and developer, is some of the things Supankar (in the middle) still values most after 14 years with Cefalo.
A Workplace that Supports and Empowers
From the beginning, Supankar was drawn to Cefalo’s values – openness, teamwork, and inclusion. And after more than a decade, those values are still what keep him here.
– There’s a genuine sense of support here. We work hard, but we also help each other grow. Whether it's pair programming or daily standups to solve blockers, I learn something new every week – from both juniors and seniors.
Supankar Banik highlights the access to modern technologies as another key factor for staying at Cefalo for 14 years.
– It’s exciting to stay on top of the latest tools – and to work in an environment that invests in our development, both technical and personal.
Cross-border Collaboration with a Human Touch
Having worked closely with Norwegian clients and colleagues for many years, Supankar has gained deep insight into how collaboration across cultures can work at its best.
– Even though we’re in different countries, it always feels like we’re working at the same table, he says.
He credits this to the open-mindedness and professionalism of the Norwegian clients – and to the way feedback and transparency are used to continuously improve.
– Their focus on work-life balance and respectful dialogue makes a real difference. It builds trust, and that’s what good teamwork is based on.
PARTNERING TO CREATE VALUE: Cefalo inspires openness, team spirit and respect among their employees. This is something Supankar treasures deeply, and is some of what keeps him at Cefalo still.
A Seamless Rhythm Across Time Zones
Supankar sees working in a global team not as a challenge, but as an advantage – when it’s handled right.
– The time zone difference helps us work more smoothly. We start early in Dhaka, finish up tasks, and by the time our Norwegian colleagues log in, everything’s ready for follow-up. It creates a nice workflow.
He believes trust and transparency are the key ingredients for success across borders.
– It’s not just about delivering. It’s about communicating openly, taking ownership, and building a shared understanding – no matter where we sit.
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A Company that Puts People First
One of Supankar’s most memorable experiences at Cefalo came during a particularly challenging client project.
– The client had limited technical knowledge and high expectations. It created pressure on our team, and I brought this to Cefalo’s leadership. Their response truly impressed me.
Rather than pushing harder, the leadership team stepped in to support him personally – and helped resolve the situation professionally.
– They encouraged me to take care of my well-being and backed me up fully with the client. That moment showed me what kind of company Cefalo really is.
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Written by Jens Wahlberg
