Identification of the Barriers to Implementation of Blockchain Technology in Cold Food Supply Chain: An Integrated Approach of Fuzzy DEMATEL and Fuzzy-SBWM

Abstract

As we know, in this emerging era of technology organizations need to adopt the latest technologies to enhance their systems efficiently and effectively for the transparency and traceability of transactions. In this regard, blockchain technology, which is a decentralized digital ledger system initially used only for cryptocurrencies but now applied in different industries is used for the sake of the transability of data. In the context of supply chain management blockchain is used for the traceability and traceability of transactions from start to end customer. This study addresses barriers to the implementation of blockchain technology in the cold supply chain. The study highlights the importance of robust supply chain management in cold supply chains. It incorporates various terms, including cold supply chains, blockchain technology, and the use of the integration of Fuzzy SBWM and Fuzzy DEMATEL techniques in the methodology. These methodologies are used to identify the weights of the barriers and their respective sub-barriers without considering interdependencies and inner dependency. A review of the literature, an extensive methodology that includes interviews, and the Fuzzy SBWM and Fuzzy DEMATEL techniques are all part of the mixed methods approach. The research attempts to offer sophisticated insights and strategic recommendations for overcoming obstacles in the successful deployment of blockchain technology in cold supply chains by identifying and evaluating barriers through this varied methodology.