International Journal of Supply Chain Management
Vol 14, No 1 (2025): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)

Exploring Digital Supply Chain Practices in the Maritime Industry: A Systematic Literature Review

Hye, Mohammad Nazmuzzaman (Unknown)
Habib, Md. Mamun (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2025

Abstract

The maritime industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the integration of digital technologies to enhance efficiency, transparency, and security. This study systematically reviews the adoption of key digital technologies- such as blockchain, cloud computing, and internet of things (IoT)-with in the maritime sector. The findings reveal that digital supply chain (DSC) technologies enhance real-time data exchange, predictive analytics, and automation. Additionally, the study highlights the primary challenges hindering digital adoption, including infrastructure limitations, regulatory constraints, cybersecurity risks, and resistance to change.The contributions of this research are threefold. First, it provides comprehensive classification digital technologies in the maritime industry and their functional role in supply chain management. Second, it develops a conceptual framework that aligns digitalization Practices with performance outcomes in maritime logistics. Third, it identifies gaps in current research and proposes directions for future studies, particularly in improving interoperability, standardizing digital platforms, and assessing the long-term impact of DSC innovations. The study offers valuable insights for academics, industry practitioners, and policymakers aiming to optimize digital supply chain practices in the maritime industry.

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Journal Info

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IJSCM

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Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Engineering Environmental Science Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Transportation

Description

International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM) is a peer-reviewed indexed journal, ISSN: 2050-7399 (Online), 2051-3771 (Print), that publishes original, high quality, supply chain management empirical research that will have a significant impact on SCM theory and practice. Manuscripts ...