Keynote: Insights of Blockchain in Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Abstract
Supply chain management in general and logistics in particular are predestined for the use of blockchain technology. By using blockchain technology, trust in partner companies, sustainable processes and productivity gains can be achieved, which are essential for sustainable development: Smart contracts enable automated and trusted information and financial transactions that improve the efficiency and resilience of supply chains. In addition, the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and sensors into the blockchain enables the collection and sharing of real-time data, leading to better monitoring and tracking of goods. However, for widespread technological penetration and the creation of productive blockchain networks, certain conditions must be met. This presentation will describe how blockchain technology has been successfully used in various application projects in the field of supply chain management. Using example projects from the areas of customs clearance, dangerous goods transport and robot cooperation, it will be shown how diverse blockchain-based solutions can be implemented with reusable software and hardware modules. In addition, the approach of collaborative development between research institutions and companies in open source communities is described in order to promote the development and implementation of these solutions and to produce commodities.
