BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY AND ITS POTENTIAL FOR SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS
Keywords:
Blockchain Technology, Sustainable Supply Chains, Resource Optimization, Economic Sustainability, Technological Innovation.Abstract
Blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative solution for enhancing sustainability in supply chains by offering transparency, traceability, and efficiency. In the context of Uzbekistan, this technology holds significant potential to address critical challenges in the country's supply chain systems, such as inefficiencies, lack of trust, and environmental concerns. This article explores the applicability of blockchain in fostering sustainable practices, including reducing waste, enhancing resource optimization, and ensuring ethical sourcing. It also examines the current state of Uzbekistan's supply chains and assesses the readiness of its technological and regulatory frameworks to adopt blockchain solutions. By integrating case studies, statistical analyses, and projections, this research highlights how blockchain technology can drive innovation and sustainability, contributing to Uzbekistan's economic and environmental goals.
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