Emerging Technologies in Supply Chain Management: Enhancing Traceability, Efficiency, Resilience, and Sustainability

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue explores integrating emerging technologies such as blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI) into traditional supply chain management systems to enhance traceability, resilience, and operational efficiency. We welcome original research articles, review papers, and case studies that address, but are not limited to, the following topics:

• Applications of blockchain technology in supply chain traceability and security;
• IoT-enabled solutions for real-time tracking, monitoring, and automation of supply chain processes;
• AI-driven approaches for predictive analytics, decision-making, and optimization in supply chain management;
• Integration of multiple technologies to create comprehensive and interoperable traceability solutions;
• Case studies demonstrating successful implementations and outcomes of technology-driven traceability systems;
• Challenges and opportunities in adopting, scaling, and maintaining technology-enabled traceability solutions related to supply chain management;
• Impacts of technology integration on supply chain transparency, sustainability, and resilience in the face of disruptions.

Articles should provide insights into how these technologies can modernize supply chain operations, improve transparency, enhance traceability, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. They should also discuss practical implications and offer recommendations for industry practitioners, policymakers, and researchers.

We encourage contributions that address the latest advancements and practical implementations, as well as theoretical frameworks and models that push the boundaries of current supply chain management practices.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Radmehr P. Monfared
Dr. Diana Segura-Velandia
Dr. Rajesh Shankar-Priya
Guest Editors

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