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Blockchain technology for sustainable supply chains: a network cluster analysis and future research propositions
Nidhi Yadav1, Sunil Luthra2, Dixit Garg1
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, 136119, India.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research International
|April 22, 2023
Summary
Blockchain technology (BCT) enhances supply chain sustainability (SSC) by transforming management practices. This study analyzes 297 papers, revealing key trends and 33 future research directions for sustainable supply networks.
Area of Science:
- Supply Chain Management
- Sustainability Science
- Information Technology
Background:
- Achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goals necessitates enhanced supply chain sustainability (SSC).
- Blockchain technology (BCT) offers transformative potential for supply chain management and sustainability initiatives.
- The integration of BCT in SSC is a critical area for research and practical application.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the role and impact of blockchain technology (BCT) in advancing supply chain sustainability (SSC).
- To identify influential research, key trends, and emerging topics within the domain of BCT for SSC.
- To propose a conceptual framework and future research directions for this interdisciplinary field.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 297 selected papers from the Web of Science (WoS) database.
- Network analysis, including co-author, keyword, page rank, and cluster analysis.
- Comprehensive literature review to synthesize current knowledge and identify research gaps.
Main Results:
- Identification of influential individuals, journals, and organizations in BCT for SSC research.
- Discovery of ten distinct research clusters through network analysis.
- Formulation of ten propositions derived from cluster analysis, offering insights into BCT's role in SSC.
Conclusions:
- Blockchain technology is pivotal for advancing supply chain sustainability.
- The study provides a conceptual framework and 33 future research directions for academics and practitioners.
- This research guides stakeholders in navigating the evolving landscape of BCT in sustainable supply chains.
Keywords:
Blockchain technology (BCT)Cluster analysisFuture research directionsNetwork analysisResearch propositionsSustainable supply chain (SSC)More Related Videos
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