Blockchain Adoption in Supply Chain in Industry 4.0

Abstract

In recent years, companies have been adopting new cutting-edge technologies into their supply chains. This paper aims to examine the possibilities and ways of adopting blockchain technology within the supply chain processes. The research methods include desk analysis, comparative analysis of literature and analysis of relevant case studies. The results reveal different ways in which blockchain can be utilized within supply chains and how the adoption of blockchain improves the performances of supply chains. Examples of supply chains from different industries that use blockchain are also given.