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Blockchain-based solution for supply chain management

Enhancing traceability and efficiency in the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain: a Blockchain-powered solution, created with Hyperledger Fabric technology, smart contracts, Kotlin and Golang.

Blockchain for supply chain

About the client

A logistics company, specializing in the transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, was looking for a secure, transparent, and real-time solution to track and trace their shipments from manufacturer to customer. The company operates globally, and due to the sensitive nature of the products they transport, the company needs to ensure that the temperature conditions of their shipments are maintained at all times and that their clients can have visibility of the entire transportation process.

  • Industry: Transportation & Logistics

  • Location: USA

Introduction

This case study focuses on a logistics company that was in need of a secure, transparent, and real-time solution to track and trace their temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments from manufacturer to customer. To address these challenges, the company decided to implement a blockchain-powered supply chain solution with the help of a team of blockchain experts from QIT software. The solution provided real-time temperature monitoring, provenance tracking, order management, real-time analytics, and more, which allowed the logistics company to have a clear picture of its supply chain performance and improve efficiency and reduce costs. The implementation of this solution resulted in a significant impact on the logistics company’s operations, including increased efficiency, cost savings, and profits, and improved customer satisfaction.

The Challenge:

The logistics company needed a solution that would enable them to have a clear picture of their supply chain and its performance, from the pickup of the shipment to the final delivery. This would not only ensure the safety and integrity of the products they transport but also enhance the traceability of their supply chain, which is crucial for the logistics company’s reputation and customer satisfaction. Additionally, the company wanted a solution that would provide real-time insights into the movements and transactions of all stakeholders and commodities involved in the transportation process, to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Solution

After extensive research, the logistics company decided to use a blockchain-powered supply chain solution to address these problems. Blockchain technology, with its decentralized and distributed ledger system, offers unparalleled security and transparency, making it the perfect solution for tracking and tracing the movement of goods. The logistics company believed that implementing a blockchain-powered solution would provide them with the real-time insights they needed to improve the efficiency and transparency of their supply chain.

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What We Have Done:

Working with a team of blockchain experts, the logistics company implemented a blockchain-powered supply chain solution that provided Real-time temperature monitoring, Provenance Tracking, Order Management, Real-time Analytics, Shipping & Logistics, and more. This enabled the logistics company to have a clear picture of its supply chain and its performance, from the pickup of the shipment to the final delivery. The solution also provided the logistics company with real-time insights into the movements and transactions of all stakeholders and commodities involved in the transportation process, which allowed the logistics company to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Technologies used:

In order to implement this solution, we utilized several technologies including Hyperledger Fabric for the blockchain platform, smart contracts for secure and transparent transactions, Golang for the development of the backend system, Kotlin for the mobile application. These technologies allowed for the creation of a secure and efficient supply chain solution that met the specific needs and requirements.

screenshot blockchain app for logistics

Implemented features

Our client has plans to expand the implementation of the blockchain-powered supply chain solution to other areas of the business, and, additionally, to integrate IoT sensors to further improve the real-time tracking and traceability of their products.

Outcome

The implementation of the blockchain-powered supply chain solution has had a significant impact on the logistics company’s operations. Using the solution, the logistics company was able to ensure the safety and integrity of the products they transport, enhance the traceability of its supply chain, and improve customer satisfaction. This resulted in an increase in efficiency, cost savings, and profits for the logistics company. Furthermore, the logistics company’s reputation was enhanced as customers were more confident in the safety and integrity of the products they transport, which in turn led to an increase in customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.

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