Pratap Hazra

When Pratap Hazra set out to name his startup, he chose “Beyond Sqfeet.” When asked why, he said, “It embodies my vision to move beyond the traditional concept of warehousing as mere square footage.” It signifies a commitment to delivering real value, agility, and innovation across the supply chain ecosystem. As Director of Beyond Sqfeet Supply Chain Solutions Pvt ltd, Pratap’s entrepreneurial journey reflects his mission to redefine logistics with a customer-centric and niche-orientated approach. During his tenure in senior leadership roles at multinational 3PLs, Pratap identified significant gaps in flexibility, agility, and local expertise. He saw how clients and emerging brands struggled to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and logistical challenges within tight timelines. These insights became the catalyst for Beyond Sqfeet, which is designed as a solution to bridge these gaps with precision and efficiency. Pratap’s extensive corporate experience equipped him with the ability to scale operations, integrate technology, and build resilient systems. It also underscored the importance of empowering teams, fostering strong client partnerships, and delivering customised solutions to meet diverse industry demands. These principles now form the bedrock of Beyond Sqfeet, with a specialised focus on sectors such as fashion & lifestyle, engineering, FMCG & consumer, retail, wellness and eCom. With a mission to become India’s premier fully integrated logistics provider, Beyond Sqfeet combines deep-rooted local expertise with a global outlook. Under Pratap’s leadership, the company simplifies logistical complexities, enabling businesses to scale seamlessly while fostering a dynamic and efficient supply chain ecosystem. Speaking with TradeFlock, Pratap shares more about himself and his organisation.