An Exploratory Analysis of Blockchain Technology in Securing Smart Supply Chain Management Systems

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Poornaprajna Institute of Management Description ABSTRACT The rapid evolution of Industry 4.0 has necessitated the transition from traditional logistics to Smart Supply Chain Management (SSCM) systems; however, these automated networks remain vulnerable to critical issues regarding opacity, counterfeiting, and data manipulation. This research paper presents an exploratory analysis of Blockchain Technology (BCT) as a transformative mechanism for securing SSCM ecosystems. By leveraging the immutable and distributed nature of decentralized ledgers, the study investigates BCT's capacity to enforce unparalleled transparency and end-to-end traceability across complex value chains. The primary objective is to evaluate how blockchain integration can significantly mitigate fraud and enable robust real-time tracking capabilities, thereby fostering a "trust-free" environment where data integrity is algorithmically guaranteed rather than institutionally mediated. To provide a holistic evaluation of BCT's viability in this domain, the study employs a comprehensive suite of strategic analysis frameworks. A SWOC (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Challenges) analysis is conducted to map the internal efficacy and external strategic position of blockchain solutions in logistics. This is complemented by a PESTLE analysis, which rigorously examines the macro-environmental—political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental—factors influencing the adoption of decentralized ledgers. Furthermore, the qualitative ABCD (Advantages, Benefits, Constraints, and Disadvantages) framework is utilized to dissect the technology's utility from diverse stakeholder perspectives, while an Impact Analysis assesses the broader socio-economic implications of transitioning to decentralized, automated supply networks. The findings indicate that while blockchain offers a robust solution for eliminating information asymmetry and enhancing verifiable provenance, its widespread implementation is currently tempered by technical constraints and regulatory ambiguity. Based on these insights, the paper concludes by offering a set of targeted recommendations for industry practitioners and policymakers to address these bottlenecks, emphasizing the need for interoperable standards and hybrid data architectures. Ultimately, the research underscores that securing SSCM with blockchain is not merely a technological upgrade but a fundamental paradigm shift essential for building resilient, transparent, and fraud-resistant global trade infrastructure. Files 49. Exploratory Analysis of Blockchain Technology in Securing.pdf Files (274.2 kB) Name Size Download all 49. Exploratory Analysis of Blockchain Technology in Securing.pdf md5:c768684aafcc50bff1cdb284779fb51a 274.2 kB Preview Download 30 Views 9 Downloads Show more details All versions This version Views Total views 30 30 Downloads Total downloads 9 9 Data volume Total data volume 2.5 MB 2.5 MB More info on how stats are collected.... Versions External resources Indexed in OpenAIRE Communities Keywords and subjects Keywords Blockchain Technology (BCT), Smart Supply Chain Management (SSCM) systems, SWOC analysis, ABCD analysis, PESTLE analysis, Impact Analysis Details DOI DOI Badge DOI 10.5281/zenodo.19851242 Markdown [](https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19851242) reStructuredText .. image:: https://zenodo.org/badge/DOI/10.5281/zenodo.19851242.svg :target: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19851242 HTML <a href="https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19851242"><img src="https://zenodo.org/badge/DOI/10.5281/zenodo.19851242.svg" alt="DOI"></a> Image URL https://zenodo.org/badge/DOI/10.5281/zenodo.19851242.svg Target URL https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19851242 Resource type Book chapter Publisher Poornaprajna Publication, India Imprint Innovations for the Future Economy: Synergies in Management, Commerce & Information Technology - 2025 1 ed., 173-177. Udupi, India. ISBN: 978-93-48763-81-5. Languages English Rights License Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International The Creative Commons Attribution license allows re-distribution and re-use of a licensed work on the condition that the creator is appropriately credited. Read more Citation Export Technical metadata Created April 28, 2026 Modified April 28, 2026 Jump up About About Policies Infrastructure Principles Projects Roadmap Contact Blog Blog Support Help FAQ Developers REST API OAI-PMH Contribute GitHub Donate Funded by Powered by CERN Data Centre & InvenioRDM Status Privacy policy Cookie policy Terms of Use This site uses cookies. Find out more on how we use cookies Accept all cookies Accept only essential cookies

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