Blockchain and the Supply Chain: Concepts, Strategies and Practical Applications

by Nick Vyas, Aljosja Beije, Bhaskar Krishnamachari

Overview

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. Online resources include lecture slides and example assignments and quizzes.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781398605237
Publisher:	Kogan Page, Ltd.
Publication date:	09/27/2022
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	6.38(w) x 9.45(h) x 1.02(d)

About the Author

Nick Vyas is the Executive Director and Co-founder of USC Marshall's Center for Global Supply Chain Management and Assistant Professor of Clinical Data Sciences & Operations. He teaches GSCM and Lean Six Sigma and global supply chain management to leaders from various industries at Cal Polytechnic University, Pomona. Previously Vyas managed global operations for Duty Free International, Sears, Federated Stores, and Toys R Us, where he integrated technology, directed teams, and oversaw strategic transformation initiatives that both optimized speed-to-market and managed cost and quality.

Aljosja Beije is is co-founder of Blocklab and a PhD candidate at the Politecnico di Milano, where his research focusses on blockchain and SCM.

Bhaskar Krishnamachari is Director of USC Viterbi Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and the Internet of Things and Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Professor in the University of Southern California, LA.

Table of Contents

** Chapter - 01: Evolution of supply chain - How we got here; ** Chapter - 02: Supply chains in 2021 – Costly, fragile, and increasingly complex; ** Chapter - 03: Basics of blockchain; ** Chapter - 04: Internet of things, data analytics and other information technologies; ** Chapter - 05: Blockchain strategy – The why, what and how of blockchain; ** Chapter - 06: What supply chain management processes and metrics will be affected by blockchain?; ** Chapter - 07: Blockchain projects in practice – Case study; ** Chapter - 08: Blockchain use cases in supply chain; ** Chapter - 09: Economic impact and future outlook

Editorial Reviews

"As a visionary practitioner, Nick Vyas has always been ahead of the curve in anticipating new changes in supply chain strategy. Now as a leading academic and thought leader, he along with Bhaskar and Aljosja bring clarity to the complexity of blockchain implementation. This book represents a breakthrough in the understanding of an exciting new stage in distribution disruption."

Patrick Burnson

"As blockchain continues to evolve from concept to application, its promise and potential value to the supply chain merits serious discussion. Blockchain and the Supply Chain offers a compelling look at this emerging topic in the backdrop of the global supply chain. The authors illustrate how blockchain could be leveraged to solve some of the supply chain's enduring challenges, as it transistions from tool to solution. This is the book for anyone interested in connecting blockchain to the supply chain."

Noel Hacegaba

"Engaging, focused and useful, Blockchain and the Supply Chain is an articulate and highly readable synthesis of current thinking on blockchain and its practical applications in the supply chain industry. This should be recommended reading for all leaders and industry professionals in logistics and supply chain."

Sarabjeet Chugh

"What I like most about the book is that it weaves you into an exciting and enticing journey through the foundations and strategies of supply chain management, blockchain concepts and technologies, and even incorporating the SCOR model. The use cases in supply chain are really helpfully illustrative and capture global examples from all over the world. It is most up-to-date and helps us navigate supply chain management strategic issues while taking advantage of the transformative effects of blockchain technologies. I think it is a must-read for any forward-looking supply chain professional. Very nicely done!"

Omar A. El Sawy