Module #1 Introduction to Supply Chain Operations Overview of supply chain operations, importance of efficiency and transparency, and current challenges.
Module #2 Introduction to Blockchain and Smart Contracts Basics of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and their potential applications.
Module #3 Smart Contract Platforms for Supply Chain Overview of popular smart contract platforms suitable for supply chain operations (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda).
Module #4 Smart Contract Development Fundamentals Programming languages for smart contracts, development tools, and best practices.
Module #5 Supply Chain Use Cases for Smart Contracts Identification of specific use cases in supply chain operations where smart contracts can add value (e.g., inventory management, shipping, payment).
Module #6 Smart Contract Architecture for Supply Chain Designing and architecting smart contracts for supply chain operations, including data models and workflows.
Module #7 Inventory Management with Smart Contracts Using smart contracts for automated inventory tracking, management, and optimization.
Module #8 Shipping and Logistics with Smart Contracts Applying smart contracts to shipping and logistics operations, including tracking, provenance, and payment.
Module #9 Payment and Settlement with Smart Contracts Using smart contracts for secure, efficient, and automated payment processing in supply chain operations.
Module #10 Smart Contract Integration with Existing Systems Strategies for integrating smart contracts with existing ERP, CRM, and other supply chain systems.
Module #11 Data Management and Analytics for Smart Contracts Managing and analyzing data generated by smart contracts, including data visualization and business intelligence.
Module #12 Security and Privacy Considerations for Smart Contracts Addressing security and privacy concerns in smart contract development and deployment for supply chain operations.
Module #13 Scalability and Interoperability for Smart Contracts Scalability and interoperability considerations for deploying smart contracts in complex supply chain environments.
Module #14 Regulatory Compliance and Legal Issues Understanding regulatory requirements and legal implications of using smart contracts in supply chain operations.
Module #15 Change Management and Adoption Strategies Developing strategies for successful adoption and change management when implementing smart contracts in supply chain operations.
Module #16 Use Case Study 1:Inventory Management Real-world example of implementing smart contracts for inventory management in a supply chain.
Module #17 Use Case Study 2:Shipping and Logistics Real-world example of implementing smart contracts for shipping and logistics operations in a supply chain.
Module #18 Use Case Study 3:Payment and Settlement Real-world example of implementing smart contracts for payment and settlement processes in a supply chain.
Module #19 Smart Contract Auditing and Testing Auditing and testing strategies for ensuring the security and correctness of smart contracts in supply chain operations.
Module #20 Smart Contract Maintenance and Updates Strategies for maintaining and updating smart contracts to ensure continued functionality and efficiency in supply chain operations.
Module #21 Smart Contract Governance and Compliance Establishing governance models and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for smart contracts in supply chain operations.
Module #22 Blockchain and Smart Contract Integration with IoT Exploring the potential of integrating blockchain and smart contracts with Internet of Things (IoT) devices in supply chain operations.
Module #23 Case Studies and Industry Examples Real-world examples and case studies of smart contract implementations in various industries (e.g., food supply, pharmaceuticals).
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Smart Contracts in Supply Chain Operations career
