Contemporary Blockchain Applications in Supply Chain & Logistics

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Autore principale: Alhamed, Shahad
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contents <p class="MsoNormal"><span>This paper explores contemporary blockchain applications in the supply chain and logistics sector, focusing on how distributed ledger technology enhances transparency, traceability, security, and operational efficiency across complex global supply networks. The study reviews key blockchain concepts, including consensus mechanisms, smart contracts, and tokenization, and examines their role in improving coordination among stakeholders. Real-world case studies from organizations such as Walmart, Nestlé, Pfizer, Moderna, and Maersk demonstrate practical implementations of blockchain for product traceability, anti-counterfeiting, and shipment tracking. The paper also analyzes major challenges facing blockchain adoption, including scalability limitations, regulatory uncertainty, interoperability issues, and data reliability concerns. Furthermore, it highlights emerging trends such as integration with artificial intelligence, Internet of Things technologies, digital twins, sustainability tracking, and cross-chain platforms. The findings suggest that blockchain plays a critical role in supporting digital transformation initiatives aligned with Industry 4.0 and enables the development of more resilient, transparent, and trustworthy supply chain ecosystems.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span>This paper explores contemporary blockchain applications in the supply chain and logistics sector, focusing on how distributed ledger technology enhances transparency, traceability, security, and operational efficiency across complex global supply networks. The study reviews key blockchain concepts, including consensus mechanisms, smart contracts, and tokenization, and examines their role in improving coordination among stakeholders. Real-world case studies from organizations such as Walmart, Nestlé, Pfizer, Moderna, and Maersk demonstrate practical implementations of blockchain for product traceability, anti-counterfeiting, and shipment tracking. The paper also analyzes major challenges facing blockchain adoption, including scalability limitations, regulatory uncertainty, interoperability issues, and data reliability concerns. Furthermore, it highlights emerging trends such as integration with artificial intelligence, Internet of Things technologies, digital twins, sustainability tracking, and cross-chain platforms. The findings suggest that blockchain plays a critical role in supporting digital transformation initiatives aligned with Industry 4.0 and enables the development of more resilient, transparent, and trustworthy supply chain ecosystems.</span></p>
title Contemporary Blockchain Applications in Supply Chain & Logistics
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19963215