
Blockchain and the Supply Chain
Concepts, Strategies and Practical Applications
- 288 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Blockchain and the Supply Chain
Concepts, Strategies and Practical Applications
About this book
Blockchain is a transformative driver for change in all industries. Learn from the latest research and case studies how this technology can and will be used to revolutionize supply chain management. Blockchain and the Supply Chain provides a complete overview of blockchain and the key benefits of integrating this technology into the supply chain. This textbook explains how track and trace can be improved, transaction efficiency increased, visibility enhanced, and more through blockchain. With extensive case studies, learning is underpinned by practical insights as well as cutting-edge research. Clear and accessible information is provided to students on how blockchain will affect supply chain processes, metrics and performance and how to capitalize on the potential of this technology.The fully revised new edition includes the latest information on Enterprise Blockchain, Ethereum and Hyperledger. Focus is also placed on the application of Cloud, Internet of Things (IoT), Machine learning (ML) and other technologies that support supply chains and their integration with blockchain. This textbook highlights how to use blockchain as an enabler and key driver for solutions in the end-to-end supply chain.
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Table of contents
- 01 Evolution of the supply chain – how we got here
- 02 Supply chains post-Covid-19: costly, fragile and increasingly complex
- 03 Basics of blockchain I
- 04 Basics of blockchain II
- 05 Internet of Things, data analytics and other information technologies
- 06 Deliver and the Deliver legacy
- 07 Blockchain use cases in the supply chain
- 08 Economic impact and future outlook
- Index