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As Information and Communication Technologies are evolving rapidly and at an exponential pace‚ businesses are forced to cope with the latest trends in innovation and to respond to emerging needs and opportunities. The constant digitization and process automation (digitalization) of supply chains call for the consideration of innovative services to sustain value chain efficiency and effectiveness. Given the approaching technological developments‚ the new network upgrades embodied in 5G networks raises several high expectations along the value chain. This paper recognizes the critical role of 5G telecommunications to support several value chain activities and create value propositions that would not be possible with existing network generations. To this end‚ Porter’s value chain model is applied and comprehensively discussed to highlight the potential areas that could be facilitated by 5G telecommunications.
Abderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh. 5G Networks in the Value Chain. Wireless Personal Communications 2020, 117, 1577 -1599.
AMA StyleAbderahman Rejeb, John G. Keogh. 5G Networks in the Value Chain. Wireless Personal Communications. 2020; 117 (2):1577-1599.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAbderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh. 2020. "5G Networks in the Value Chain." Wireless Personal Communications 117, no. 2: 1577-1599.
This paper examines the potentials of augmented reality (AR) technology in supply chain management (SCM) and logistics. Specifically, we provide an overview of the technology’s various value propositions and its ability to support companies’ business processes. Although the emergence of Industry 4.0 has renewed the interest in AR, and how it can address several issues challenging existing business models, rigorous studies investigating the potentials of AR for SCM and logistics activities are scant. To bridge this knowledge gap, we conducted a systematic literature review to compile existing literature, identify current research gaps, and systematize AR research in SCM and logistics activities. In total, forty-three (43) papers were thoroughly analyzed. The findings of this study reveal that AR can add value in five main areas, namely warehousing, manufacturing, sales and outdoor logistics, planning and design and human resource management. Moreover, we discuss organizations’ challenges when deploying AR in SCM and logistics and propose exploratory research opportunities for further investigation. In this paper, we highlight numerous practical implications of AR in SCM and recommend that organizations consider AR as a potential solution for enhancing business processes, improving operational efficiencies, and increasing overall competitiveness. This study represents one of the first attempts to synthesize AR’s literature from an SCM and logistics perspective.
Abderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh; Samuel Fosso Wamba; Horst Treiblmaier. The potentials of augmented reality in supply chain management: a state-of-the-art review. Management Review Quarterly 2020, 1 -38.
AMA StyleAbderahman Rejeb, John G. Keogh, Samuel Fosso Wamba, Horst Treiblmaier. The potentials of augmented reality in supply chain management: a state-of-the-art review. Management Review Quarterly. 2020; ():1-38.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAbderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh; Samuel Fosso Wamba; Horst Treiblmaier. 2020. "The potentials of augmented reality in supply chain management: a state-of-the-art review." Management Review Quarterly , no. : 1-38.
Blockchain technology has emerged as a promising technology with far-reaching implications for the food industry. The combination of immutability, enhanced visibility, transparency and data integrity provides numerous benefits that improve trust in extended food supply chains (FSCs). Blockchain can enhance traceability, enable more efficient recall and aids in risk reduction of counterfeits and other forms of illicit trade. Moreover, blockchain can enhance the integrity of credence claims such as sustainably sourced, organic or faith-based claims such as kosher or halal by integrating the authoritative source of the claim (e.g., the certification body or certification owner) into the blockchain to verify the claim integrity and reassure business customers and end consumers. Despite the promises and market hype, a comprehensive overview of the potential benefits and challenges of blockchain in FSCs is still missing. To bridge this knowledge gap, we present the findings from a systematic review and bibliometric analysis of sixty-one (61) journal articles and synthesize existing research. The main benefits of blockchain technology in FCSs are improved food traceability, enhanced collaboration, operational efficiencies and streamlined food trading processes. Potential challenges include technical, organizational and regulatory issues. We discuss the theoretical and practical implications of our research and present several ideas for future research.
Abderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh; Suhaiza Zailani; Horst Treiblmaier; Karim Rejeb. Blockchain Technology in the Food Industry: A Review of Potentials, Challenges and Future Research Directions. Logistics 2020, 4, 27 .
AMA StyleAbderahman Rejeb, John G. Keogh, Suhaiza Zailani, Horst Treiblmaier, Karim Rejeb. Blockchain Technology in the Food Industry: A Review of Potentials, Challenges and Future Research Directions. Logistics. 2020; 4 (4):27.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAbderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh; Suhaiza Zailani; Horst Treiblmaier; Karim Rejeb. 2020. "Blockchain Technology in the Food Industry: A Review of Potentials, Challenges and Future Research Directions." Logistics 4, no. 4: 27.
Modern supply chains have evolved into highly complex value networks and turned into a vital source of competitive advantage. However, it has become increasingly challenging to verify the source of raw materials and maintain visibility of products and merchandise while they are moving through the value chain network. The application of the Internet of Things (IoT) can help companies to observe, track, and monitor products, activities, and processes within their respective value chain networks. Other applications of IoT include product monitoring to optimize operations in warehousing‚ manufacturing, and transportation. In combination with IoT, Blockchain technology can enable a broad range of different application scenarios to enhance value chain transparency and to increase B2B trust. When combined, IoT and Blockchain technology have the potential to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of modern supply chains. The contribution of this paper is twofold. First, we illustrate how the deployment of Blockchain technology in combination with IoT infrastructure can streamline and benefit modern supply chains and enhance value chain networks. Second, we derive six research propositions outlining how Blockchain technology can impact key features of the IoT (i.e., scalability, security, immutability and auditing, information flows, traceability and interoperability, quality) and thus lay the foundation for future research projects.
Abderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh; Horst Treiblmaier. Leveraging the Internet of Things and Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain Management. Future Internet 2019, 11, 161 .
AMA StyleAbderahman Rejeb, John G. Keogh, Horst Treiblmaier. Leveraging the Internet of Things and Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain Management. Future Internet. 2019; 11 (7):161.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAbderahman Rejeb; John G. Keogh; Horst Treiblmaier. 2019. "Leveraging the Internet of Things and Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain Management." Future Internet 11, no. 7: 161.