Web-based supply chain system design using blockchain

Abstract

Background: This research aims to design an agromaritime supply chain system as a development of blockchain technology in Industry 4.0.

Objectives: The study has three main objectives: (1) to analyse supply chain structures and processes, focusing on coordination, scheduling and resource control; (2) to explore the application of blockchain as an innovative solution in Industry 4.0; and (3) to design and evaluate a blockchain-based supply chain system that enhances transparency, traceability and data integrity through distributed ledger technology.

Method: Primary data were collected via observations and interviews with stakeholders involved in the supply chain obtaining information on production data, selling prices and orders for agromaritime products. Secondary data were collected from the previous studies in published journal articles, and the internet during research preparation.

Results: Using the prototyping method, the study showed that adopting blockchain in a supply chain significantly impacts companies, suppliers, farmers, and processors. It enables real-time, transparent transactions, reducing errors in buying and selling.

Conclusion: Blockchain benefits all supply chain actors, from to consumers by improving efficiency and providing a tracking system for events in the supply chain.

Contribution: This study contributes by developing a blockchain-based agromaritime supply chain web system to address trust issues such as corruption and misinformation, presenting data in real time.