Blockchain-enabled circular supply chain management: A system architecture for fast fashion

Wang, B., Luo, W., Zhang, A. , Tian, Z. and Li, Z. (2020) Blockchain-enabled circular supply chain management: A system architecture for fast fashion. Computers in Industry, 123, 103324. (doi: 10.1016/j.compind.2020.103324)

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Abstract

Circular supply chain management is required for firms to transition from a linear make-use-dispose economic model to a more sustainable circular economy. However, it faces the critical challenge of tracing the reuse of materials over multiple life cycles involving a variety of stakeholders. Blockchain technology can help manage the complexities of circular supply chain management. This paper takes the first step in developing a system architecture of blockchain-enabled circular supply chain management in the fast-fashion industry. The system architecture was validated by two experts in blockchain technology and supply chain management. Managerial implications are discussed for implementing blockchain technology to advance the circular economy agenda.

Item Type:Articles
Additional Information:This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant [72071048], the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province of China [2018A0303130035].
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Zhang, Dr Abraham
Creator Roles:
Zhang, A.Conceptualization, Methodology, Supervision
Authors: Wang, B., Luo, W., Zhang, A., Tian, Z., and Li, Z.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Management
Journal Name:Computers in Industry
Publisher:Elsevier
ISSN:0166-3615
ISSN (Online):1872-6194
Published Online:02 November 2020

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