Supply Chain Management System Research Articles

Role of IT on the Effectiveness of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Systems in the Pharmaceutical Sector in Saudi Arabia Vision 2030

The main objective of this study is to evaluate how IT might improve the efficacy and efficiency of supply chain management and logistics systems in the pharmaceutical sector because the pharmaceutical industry is experiencing a transformation by the lofty objectives outlined by Saudi Arabia Vision 2030. The study was conducted using 150 executives working in the Saudi Arabian pharmaceutical industry's logistics and supply chain division. An open-ended survey questions were used to determine how IT technology affects pharmaceutical logistics and supply chain using non-probability sampling, logistics managers' LinkedIn accounts were selected for the sample, irrespective of the organization's size, location, or gender. SPSS statistical tools were used to analyse the data. It was found that the integration of IT tools and systems has emerged as a crucial enabler in this process. By harnessing the power of data analytics, IoT (Internet of Things), and automation, pharmaceutical companies can gain real-time insights into their supply chains. This, in turn, allows them to develop agile responses to changing market dynamics and customer expectations. Such strategic decisions, driven by IT, enable businesses to adapt quickly, reorganize their operations, and offer value-added services tailored to the specific needs of the market. Moreover, the creative application of IT solutions facilitates efficient inventory management, demand forecasting, and tracking of pharmaceutical products from manufacturing facilities to end consumers results also show that companies may simply increase the pace of the supply chain with the aid of innovative chances in major choices and judgments.

Blockchain-Based Zero-Trust Supply Chain Security Integrated with Deep Reinforcement Learning for Inventory Optimization

Modern supply chain systems face significant challenges, including lack of transparency, inefficient inventory management, and vulnerability to disruptions and security threats. Traditional optimization methods often struggle to adapt to the complex and dynamic nature of these systems. This paper presents a novel blockchain-based zero-trust supply chain security framework integrated with deep reinforcement learning (SAC-rainbow) to address these challenges. The SAC-rainbow framework leverages the Soft Actor–Critic (SAC) algorithm with prioritized experience replay for inventory optimization and a blockchain-based zero-trust mechanism for secure supply chain management. The SAC-rainbow algorithm learns adaptive policies under demand uncertainty, while the blockchain architecture ensures secure, transparent, and traceable record-keeping and automated execution of supply chain transactions. An experiment using real-world supply chain data demonstrated the superior performance of the proposed framework in terms of reward maximization, inventory stability, and security metrics. The SAC-rainbow framework offers a promising solution for addressing the challenges of modern supply chains by leveraging blockchain, deep reinforcement learning, and zero-trust security principles. This research paves the way for developing secure, transparent, and efficient supply chain management systems in the face of growing complexity and security risks.

Secure pharmaceutical supply chain using blockchain in IoT cloud systems

Supply Chain Management (SCM) systems require time sequencing, coordination and tracking the movement of goods and processes. Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain technologies are useful to develop a secure automated SCM. IoT devices with in-built sensors and actuators help to keep track of the state, location, temperature or other parameters of an entity, and control the automation of routine as well as hazardous tasks. Blockchain technology supports time-stamping, authentication, process coordination, non-repudiation, commercial transactions, and also provides security for transactions and storage. The pharmaceutical SCM demands accurate, immediate and secure control system. Additionally, the supply chain process data from IoTs is stored and processed in Cloud by Analytics applications, for business planning and improvement. An efficient and secure IoT-Cloud-Blockchain based system for both SCM automation and analytics has been proposed in this work. It leverages a hierarchical IoT, Mist, Edge, Fog, Cloud computing (IMEFC) architecture to enhance Communication-Response-Compute-Security-Storage (CRCSS) in the system. Blockchain technology provides security for the SCM transactions and data. The efficiency of the Blockchain is measured in terms of upload time, download time and transaction fees for Bitcoin, Ethereum and Filecoin platforms. The Filecoin blockchain platform is quicker and cost-effective for larger file sizes, compared to Ethereum and Bitcoin, making it suitable for Pharmaceutical SCM systems.

IOT Based Cold Management Chain

Abstract: The global economy's rapid expansion has expedited the supply chain sector, which demands efficient, flexible, and responsive logistics services. To convey information between clients and logistics providers, internet technology has been highly successful. However, the current disconnect between the flow of goods and the flow of information in logistics services has made it difficult for decision-makers to obtain real-time information on products that are sensitive to temperature. A promising approach to managing the cold supply chain is the Internet of Things. In this paper we propose a IOT based cold supply chain management system that helps to enhance the decision support through managing, monitoring the real-time environmental factors like Temperature, Humidity & air quality of the cold chain and predicting the shelf life of temperature-sensitive products.

Innovating supply chain management with blockchain applications

Innovating supply chain management with blockchain applications

Blockchain-based secure and scalable supply chain management system to prevent drug counterfeiting

Blockchain-based secure and scalable supply chain management system to prevent drug counterfeiting

Performance evaluation of blockchain food supply chain management system: JkBFMs

Performance evaluation of blockchain food supply chain management system: JkBFMs

Economic Supply Chain Management System of Farm Products Industry Based on the Belt and Road Under the Background of Big Data

Under the strategic background of "One Belt, One Road", the future farm products industry will also become part of the country's core competitiveness. Promoting the transformation of enterprises in the supply chain is conducive to cultivating the country's core competitiveness and creating good output conditions for my country's manufacturing industry. Under the national strategy of "One Belt, One Road", the agricultural product industry is facing new development opportunities. This paper analyzes the background, significance and existing basic problems of the "One Belt, One Road". Starting from the economic development of the national agricultural product industry, it uses the cluster analysis algorithm to analyze the current overall economic situation of the agricultural product industry, points out the current problems in the industry, and believes that the future farm The product industry is facing greater pressure for transformation and upgrading. Finally, combined with the strategic background of "One Belt One Road", from the perspectives of society, government and enterprises, analyze its supply chain process, extract relevant problems, and put forward relevant countermeasures and suggestions from the perspective of intra-chain, extra-chain and their interactive integration .

From ocean to table: examining the potential of Blockchain for responsible sourcing and sustainable seafood supply chains

This study integrates technology-organisation-environment (TOE) theory with situation-actor-process (SAP) and learning-action-performance (LAP) models to provide a comprehensive evaluation of complex seafood supply chain management (SCM) systems. We present a framework based on Blockchain technology that facilitates the transformation of the seafood supply chain ecosystem from its current state to a more streamlined one in the future. This framework offers the potential for driving transformation and delivering advantages that encompass improved data efficiency, sustainable practices, and streamlined integration across the seafood supply chain. Our research highlights the importance of accurate data management, stakeholder involvement, regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, cost-effectiveness, transparency, and sustainability for the successful integration of Blockchain in seafood SCM systems. This allows stakeholders to make informed decisions and optimise spending. Furthermore, we emphasise the significant value of transparency provided by Blockchain, which enables stakeholders to make well-informed decisions and optimise their spending.

Modeling of nonlinear supply chain management with lead-times based on Takagi-Sugeno fuzzy control model

In this study, we present a novel fuzzy control strategy that considers the influence of lead times on nonlinear supply chain management (SCM) systems. The authors have constructed a fuzzy control model for an SCM model based on nonlinear phenomena with lead times, drawing inspiration from Takagi-Sugeno's (T-S) fuzzy control system. Additionally, the authors have designed a fuzzy H∞ control approach to mitigate the effects of lead times, switch between sub-models, and address customers' stochastic requests, all while considering the concept of maximal overlapped rules groups. The control of nonlinear supply chain management is implemented in a manner that ensures asymptotic stability and facilitates smooth transitions from one subsystem to another. The introduction of the membership function into the fuzzy system results in reduced fluctuations in the system's variables. The key contributions of the research include the design of a fuzzyH∞ control approach, leveraging maximal overlapping-rules group (MRRG) to ensure stability through localized definite positive matrices identification. This strategy achieves two primary objectives: asymptotic stability of the supply chain system and smooth switching between nonlinear SCM elements. The authors demonstrate the effectiveness of their proposed method through comprehensive comparisons with the fuzzyH∞ control technique. The study provides a valuable insight into managing lead times in SCM through dynamic and stable control methodologies. Finally, a comprehensive comparison is provided between the suggested H∞ management approach and the fuzzyH∞ control strategy. This comparison is demonstrated through two-stage nonlinear numerical simulations, keeping SCM lead times in mind. Movement results are presented to illustrate the effectiveness of our suggested algorithm.

Analysis of Current Situation and Countermeasures of Drug Supply Chain of Centralized Procurement in China

After the implementation of centralized drug bidding and procurement, drug prices showed a downward trend, but also exposed some problems, based on the centralized procurement process, aiming at the problems existing in the operation of the supply chain of centralized drug procurement in the current market, put forward corresponding suggestions for the shortcomings of the operation mode of the supply chain of centralized drug procurement, and effectively under the bidding and procurement system, Make pharmaceutical enterprises responsible for patients, the environment and the government, and provide reference for the construction of China's drug supply chain management system.

Hyperledger sawtooth based supplychain traceability system for counterfeit drugs

Drug supply chains have been facing severe issues as counterfeit product cases are increasing exponentially. A supply chain management system that ensures transparency, reliability, and provenance of drugs would increase the trustworthiness of the whole industry. One solution to all three needs is utilizing blockchain-based distributed ledger technologies (DLTs). Even though DLTs are emerging as an ideal infrastructure for multi-stakeholder supply chain applications, they still need to be more mature to address the specific challenges specific to each use case. In this article, we propose a distributed blockchain-based framework, PHTrack, leveraging hyperledger sawtooth as a drug supply chain traceability system. Hyperledger sawtooth addresses scalability issues by offering a robust foundation to support large-scale drug supply chain operations in a modular way for it’s each participating stakeholder. Furthermore, it simplifies the integration process with existing systems, even those employing different technologies, thereby facilitating a smoother transition to DLTs. The design of PHTrack is oriented towards minimizing resource consumption throughout the process, particularly within hyperledger sawtooth nodes. Additionally, it incorporates quantum secure off-chain communication for peer-to-peer (P2P) communication. A set of experiments was conducted to validate the proposed framework. Experiments have shown that PHTrack provides reliable and comprehensive drug provenance as well as real-time drug supply chain tracking.

Blockchain technology: A potential tool for the management of pharma supply chain

BackgroundThe pharma supply chain comprises various parties including distributors, manufacturers, raw material suppliers, regulators, pharmacies, hospitals, and patients. Due to the product's complexity and transaction flows, an efficient traceability system is needed in the pharma supply chain to identify the current and all previous product owners. Digitizing the track and trace process significantly improves regulatory oversight and guarantees product quality. A distributed platform for shared data that is immutable, trustworthy, accountable, and transparent in the pharmaceutical supply chain could be built using blockchain-based drug traceability. ObjectiveThis review aims to shed light on blockchain technology's significance and necessity for pharmaceutical supply chain management systems. MethodA comprehensive literature review was performed between January 2017 and September 2023. The search was conducted to elaborate on blockchain technology. Blockchain is a software-based technology that logs and records transactions using a block structure arranged chronologically. Cryptography technology links and secures these blocks on a peer-to-peer network. Blockchain is anticipated to transform the pharmaceutical supply chain by giving all participants access to a single, straightforward system that provides transparency, security, and oversight of the end-to-end delivery of goods. ResultIn all, various literature data were included in this review. Using a supply chain powered by blockchain has many benefits. To begin with, it gives a thorough account of the entire procedure from start to finish. A single piece of software can manage the entire supply chain. Additionally, it increases communication between parties with permission. The enhanced security and traceability that blockchain offers is another important benefit. A blockchain system can track, trace, and recall products. ConclusionBlockchain-based pharmaceutical supply chain management enables the tracking of medicinal drug transactions from raw materials suppliers to end consumers. The pharma blockchain has the potential to enhance the security, integrity, data provenance, and functionality of the supply chain due to its transparency, immutability, and auditability.

PENINGKATAN PELAYANAN BISNIS PADA IKM KOMPONEN OTOMOTIF DI CIKARANG KABUPATEN BEKASI

PT Nikko Teknik Indonesia is a tier-3 Small and Medium Industry company which operates in the field of manufacturing automotive components in the city of Bekasi. Tier-3 companies are automotive component manufacturing companies at the lowest level, such as PT Nikko Teknik Indonesia which focuses on making jigs, dies and welding from automotive components. The urgency of this research, there are many obstacles faced by tier-3 companies such as lack of use of technology information to support business, marketing aspects. It often managed conventionally (so it difficult to get new buyers/vendors) and also problems with automation of tracking components which deliver to customer. So, implementing comprehensive supply chain management e-dashboard is very helpful for tier-3 automotive component SME’s businesses. The research methods used are Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) and Rapid Development Application (RAD) methods in automotive component production companies. The results of this research are that it has succeeded in building an e-Dashboard system for Supply Chain Management recording information, which provides facilities: statistics and indicators starting from raw materials, work-in-process and finished goods that are ready to be sent to buyers. .
 
 Keywords: Automotive Components SMEs, Business Services, E-Supply Chain Management

BLOCKCHAIN IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW: EVALUATING THE IMPLEMENTATION, CHALLENGES, AND FUTURE PROSPECTS OF BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY IN SUPPLY CHAINS

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of the implementation, challenges, and future prospects of blockchain technology in supply chain management (SCM). Amidst the evolving landscape of global supply chains, the integration of blockchain technology has emerged as a pivotal innovation, offering transformative potential in enhancing transparency, efficiency, and security. The advent of blockchain technology has revolutionized traditional supply chain systems, introducing new paradigms of operation and management. This study explores the historical evolution of SCM systems and the comparative effectiveness of blockchain-based models against traditional systems. The primary aim is to systematically review and synthesize current research on blockchain in SCM, focusing on its implementation, inherent challenges, and future development prospects. The paper delves into various aspects of blockchain in SCM, including its current state of implementation across industries, the challenges and solutions in adoption, comparative performance analysis with non-blockchain systems, emerging trends, stakeholder perspectives, and geographical variations in adoption. Strategic implications for businesses, pathways for effective implementation, and policy recommendations are also thoroughly examined.The study identifies blockchain's significant impact on enhancing supply chain transparency and efficiency. Key challenges include technological barriers, regulatory uncertainties, and the need for stakeholder collaboration. The research highlights the strategic advantage of blockchain in supply chains, particularly in terms of cost reduction, operational effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. The study concludes with a call for a multi-faceted approach to blockchain integration in SCM, emphasizing collaborative efforts, educational advancements, infrastructural support, and policy development. Recommendations are geared towards leveraging blockchain's potential for competitive advantage and sustainable supply chain practices.
 Keywords: Blockchain, Supply Chain Management, Technology Adoption, Strategic Implications, Innovation, Sustainability.

Supply Chain Management System Analysis in Improving Product Quality at PT. Kaya Kreasi Indonesia

The aim of this research is to explain how PT Kaya Kreasi Indonesia's supply chain management system contributes to improving the quality of the company's products due to the process of purchasing and determining fabric raw materials for clothing production in the company which is currently happening in the field, and how to obtain quality raw materials, on time, and in the right quantities until the final product is delivered to consumers. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The data used is primary and secondary. Primary data comes from case studies and research journals as well as objective company data. This study found that supply chain management influences the performance of PT Kaya Kreasi Indonesia, which relates to suppliers, manufacturers and consumers. PT Kaya Kreasi Indonesia shows this good relationship by implementing ISO quality assurance, which provides confidence to buyers and suppliers during the product export process. Several factors, such as weather, human resources, production and delivery delays, are obstacles in PT Kaya Kreasi Indonesia's supply chain management. PT Kaya Kreasi Indonesia also has several ways to handle these challenges.

A Review on Supply Chain Management using Blockchain

Supply chain management is a process of transporting goods and products from source to destination. There are several problems that we encounter with current supply chain management (SCM) systems which include security, traceability, transaction transparency, stakeholder involvement, fraud, and instabilities. Blockchain emerges as a technology that can effectively and transparently manage data and foster trust. It can also help with payments made without the need for a third party or transaction authorization and verification in the supply chain. This study presents an overview of the literature on blockchain in the context of supply chains, including its benefits and challenges.

The relationship between supply chain management and environmental sustainability: The mediating role of eco culinary product

Betawi Ora is an indigenous tribe that lives in Bekasi which is a region of West Java. In terms of cultural distribution, Betawi itself is a tribe originating from Jakarta, but geographically it spreads to the West Java region. The existence of Eco-culinary products cannot be separated from the supply chain management system and environmental sustainability because Eco-culinary is a food that represents the existence of raw materials provided by the environment where the community exists. Based on the background and urgency of this research, the purpose of this research is to find out the relationship between Supply Chain Management, Eco-culinary Product and Environmental Sustainability both directly and indirectly where Eco-culinaru Product mediates the relationship between Supply Chain variables Management and Environmental Sustainability variables. The respondents in this study were 210 managers of Betawi Ora restaurants in Bekasi West Java, Indonesia and employees who maintain supply chain management in that restaurant. Data collection and processing were carried out using the Generalized Structured Component Analysis (GSCA) method. The analytical approach uses the least squares method in the parameter estimation process. The research method is a quantitative survey, analysis of research data is performed using structural equation modeling partial least squares (SEM-PLS) with statistical data processing tools, namely Smart PLS 4.0 software. Results of this research show that supply chain management had a significant effect on environmental sustainability which is mediated by eco-culinary products. Thus, it can be concluded that good quality of supply chain management will be able to produce quality products, and it must be an important consideration that the goal of everything is to create and maintain Environmental Sustainability.

ВПЛИВ ЕКОНОМІКИ 4.0 НА ГЛОБАЛЬНІ ЛОГІСТИЧНІ ОПЕРАЦІЇ ТРАНСНАЦІОНАЛЬНИХ КОРПОРАЦІЙ

The article examines the transformation of logistics processes under the influence of the latest technologies that characterize Economy 4.0. The main goal of the study is to analyze the impact of the Economy 4.0 concept on the global logistics operations of multinational corporations. The authors analyze how the implementation of these technologies helps to optimize supply chains, reduce costs, increase transparency and efficiency of inventory management, and ensure seamless delivery. It studies how TNCs adapt to the changes caused by Economy 4.0 and how these changes affect their competitiveness in the world market. The article also reveals the challenges and opportunities that arise before TNCs in the context of the integration of Economy 4.0 technologies. In particular, it examines the impact of global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, military conflicts and climate change on logistics processes, as well as the strategies that companies can apply to minimize these risks. Based on the analysis, it is concluded that the integration of innovative technologies is key to improving the efficiency of logistics operations in TNCs, allowing them to achieve better results in a globalized world. A number of recommendations have been developed for TNCs regarding the implementation of Economy 4.0 technologies, which will help them optimize their logistics processes, increase the level of customer satisfaction, and strengthen their positions on the market. One of the key scientific innovations is the development of a theoretical model that integrates Economy 4.0 technologies in the context of global logistics, providing a new perspective on supply chain management in the digital economy. Economy 4.0 allows logistics operators to integrate advanced analytical tools and supply chain management systems, providing greater transparency and accuracy in cargo tracking, route optimization and inventory management. The study identifies and systematizes specific changes in logistics operations due to the introduction of these technologies, and determines how these changes contribute to the optimization of supply chains, increasing efficiency and competitiveness at the international level.

The Mediating Effect of Customer Loyalty in the Relationship Between Supply Chain Performance, Inventory Management and Quality Management

Supply chain management is the systematic, strategic coordination of business tasks engaged in a supply chain to enhance a company’s and a supplier chain’s overall long-term performance. It is also a set of approaches used effectively to integrate suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, or customers to improve the long-term performance of the companies involved and the supply chain itself as a whole. A lack of financial resources is the main obstacle to supply chain management development. This study intends to investigate the mediating effect of customer loyalty on the relationships among supply chain performance, inventory management, and quality management. An electronic manufacturing facility in Penang, Malaysia, served as the site of this investigation. Consequently, 700 individuals were working at this industrial company. This industrial company’s employees were given the questionnaire, which was created. An analysis of the relationship and effects of quality management, inventory management, supply chain management, and customer loyalty on the performance of the product market was performed via nonprobability sampling on a population of 700 employees to generate a sample of 65 respondents based on the PLS-SEM. Several statistical methods were employed in this study, and SMART PLS3 was utilised to analyse the data. The effectiveness of a product in the market was found to be significantly influenced by variables such as customer loyalty, inventory management, supply chain management, and product market performance. The results showed that seven hypotheses had significant connections for all variables. Business owners and other relevant stakeholders are suggested to improve the supply chain, inventory management, and quality management systems in their organisation’s business operations to promote customer loyalty and product market performance for long-term viability. The effort continued during the RMK-9 period by implementing comprehensive policy because more intense competition had to be faced by the industry, including SMEs, due to the existence of globalisation and trade liberalisation