Influential barriers to blockchain technology implementation in agri-food supply chain

【Author】 Vern, Priyanka; Panghal, Anupama; Mor, Rahul S.; Kamble, Sachin S.; Islam, Md. Shamimul; Khan, Syed Abdul Rehman

【Source】OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT RESEARCH

【影响因子】7.032

【Abstract】Blockchain technology offers undeniable benefits of enhanced transparency, reliability, and information accuracy to agri-food supply chains. Currently, the implementation of this technology has associated challenges. This paper explores the influential barriers to implementing blockchain technology (BCT) in the agri-food supply chain (AFSC). An integrated literature review approach and expert opinions were employed to explore the influential barriers. The barriers were modelled using the hybrid fuzzy-based decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (Fuzzy-DEMATEL) approach to evaluate the interrelationship and classify them into cause-and-effect groups. As an outcome, a comprehensive framework was proposed revealing the unfamiliarity with technology, high investment cost, lack of regulations, technological infeasibility, and scalability as key influential barriers. This study will help the decision-makers to focus on influential barriers and identify the roadmap towards blockchain implementation.

【Keywords】Blockchain technology; Agri-food supply chain; Influential barriers; Fuzzy-DEMATEL approach; Digital transformations

【发表时间】2023 2023 JUN 15

【收录时间】2024-03-04

【文献类型】综述

【主题类别】

区块链应用-实体经济-食品供应链