Analysis on the Contribution of Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain Management

Abstract

Study purpose: The objective of this research was to identify the main characteristics of Blockchain and how this technology can contribute to Supply Chain Management. Methodology / approach: Bibliographic research was carried out with the application of systematic literature review in the CAPES database, using the words Supply Chain Management and Blockchain in the title and subject as the search key, followed by interviews with professionals in the field, for the validation and complementation of the characteristics raised. Main findings: Initially, eleven articles were identified that demonstrated different forms of Blockchain contribution for use in Supply Chain Management, having distributed registration, immutability and cost as the most relevant characteristics. Experts added the elimination of verification entities, link disputes and loss reduction. Academic contributions: The article presents a view on the applicability of technology in the area of ​​Management, which is still little explored. Practical contributions: The study demonstrated that Blockchain can contribute in different ways to operations in Supply Chain Management and also identified barriers to be overcome for its wide operationalization, such as the need for robust computing resources and regulations.