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Area of Science:

  • Food Science and Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Supply Chain Management

Background:

  • Global food supply chains suffer from inefficiencies, quality issues, and lack of traceability, leading to waste and distrust.
  • Existing systems struggle with resource management, transparency, and consumer engagement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential of spatial computing (SC) technologies across the food supply continuum.
  • To identify how SC can address current challenges in food production, distribution, and retail.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on spatial computing applications in agriculture, logistics, manufacturing, and retail.
  • Analysis of the impact of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and digital twins on food supply chain operations.

Main Results:

  • SC technologies offer significant improvements in precision agriculture, logistics, and retail operations.
  • Enhanced resource management, supply chain transparency, and consumer engagement are key benefits.
  • Technical challenges and lack of standardization currently limit widespread SC adoption.

Conclusions:

  • Spatial computing holds transformative potential for the food supply chain, enhancing sustainability, efficiency, and safety.
  • Interdisciplinary research and collaboration are crucial for overcoming adoption barriers and realizing SC's full capabilities.