Project Description

Client Overview: Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Hospital (BSMMU), Bangladesh

BSMMU is the foremost postgraduate medical institution in Bangladesh, located in Dhaka. As a teaching hospital and a national referral center, it handles a high daily patient volume and plays a critical role in the country’s healthcare system. With growing digitalization and modernization, BSMMU has been actively upgrading its hospital infrastructure—including patient identification systems.

Challenge: Gradual Transition from Manual to Digital Wristband Solutions

Historically, BSMMU relied heavily on handwritten wristbands, which were prone to illegible writing, smudging, and limited durability. As patient traffic increased and record accuracy became more critical, the hospital recognized the need to upgrade to machine-printable wristbands that could be integrated into hospital information systems.

However, due to procurement procedures and local sourcing policies, the hospital obtains its supplies through local distributors.

Solution: FTGO as the Source Behind the Supply Chain

Although the wristbands were delivered through Bangladeshi distributors, the source manufacturer was FTGO. Our products supported the hospital’s step-by-step upgrade:

  • ✍️ Initially supplied high-quality write-on wristbands with clear writing surfaces and secure closures

  • 🖨️ Gradually introduced thermal and thermal-transfer wristbands, improving print clarity, resistance to alcohol and moisture, and durability

  • 🎯 Provided sizing and material flexibility for various departments, including pediatrics and general inpatient wards

All wristbands were made with soft, non-irritating materials, ensuring patient comfort and wear resistance, even in long-stay or high-turnover departments.

Feedback from Local Distributor

The local distributor serving BSMMU acknowledged FTGO’s pivotal role in enabling the transition:

“FTGO wristbands made it easy for BSMMU to shift from handwritten to printed patient IDs. The hospital noticed the quality difference immediately, and now the printed models are widely used across departments.”

Results: Smooth Digital Transformation and Long-Term Trust

With FTGO’s consistent product support behind the scenes, BSMMU has:

  • 📈 Successfully upgraded its patient identification system

  • 🏥 Improved patient safety and workflow efficiency

  • 🤝 Built a strong, ongoing relationship with the local supplier—fueled by FTGO’s dependable manufacturing

Today, FTGO wristbands are in regular use at BSMMU, and their reliability has laid the groundwork for broader adoption in hospitals across Bangladesh.