Blockchain Technology: Transforming Businesses and Shaping the Future (區塊鏈技術：改變商業與塑造未來)

區塊鏈技術被視為一種顛覆性創新，改變了企業和全球流程的運作方式。這項技術擁有改變世界的驚人潛力。

本書探討了區塊鏈領域的起源、出現、挑戰和機會，重新思考數位世界中的商業策略和準備，以及區塊鏈技術如何改善企業運作。它提供了一個區塊鏈準備模型，用於管理供應鏈，並回顧了支持區塊鏈技術採用的促成技術，如人工智慧、大數據和組織能力。通過創新的設計和區塊鏈框架的模擬，旨在增強商業運作和供應鏈的可追溯性和透明度。這包括開發關鍵績效指標，以衡量區塊鏈技術的無縫整合和實現成功結果的能力。它探討了區塊鏈技術如何通過比較各個行業來增強企業的綠色和可持續性方面，並討論區塊鏈促進綠色和可持續經濟的潛力。本書最後探討了研究前沿和區塊鏈在醫療保健、國際貿易和供應鏈領域的應用。

主要特點：
- 整合理論與實務的觀點
- 包含對來自不同背景和學科的讀者有益的資料
- 深入探討各行業的區塊鏈技術實踐和挑戰
- 提供有關區塊鏈技術設計、管理和控制的最新關鍵見解
- 由在該領域擁有豐富經驗的專家撰寫

本書主要針對電機工程、電子與通信工程、計算機工程和資訊科技等領域的高年級本科生、研究生和學術研究人員。

Jay Daniel is a senior lecturer and technology innovation research cluster lead at the Centre for Supply Chain Improvement at the University of Derby, UK. Before joining the Derby Business school, he was a lecturer in Supply Chain and Information Systems at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia. Previously with DB Schenker, Australia, and Alliance International Registrar, Asia Pacific, Jay held positions of Senior Management Consultant, Supply Chain Solution Analyst, Project Manager, Industry Trainer, and Lead Auditor. He has published over 60 refereed papers in many prestigious journals and international conferences such as IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, International Journal of Information Management, Service Research, and Innovation, amongst others. Dr Daniel is serving on the editorial board of several top journals such as Australasian Journal of Information Systems (ERA rank A), Quality Management Journal, Operations Management Research, etc. and on several leading scientific/program committees of national/international conferences. His research is funded by government agencies such as InterAct, Economic and Social Research Council, Made Smarter Innovation, UK Research and Innovation and industry collaborators around the World. Dr Daniel has been invited as a keynote speaker/invited speaker at international industry and academic workshops and conferences around the globe such as Keynote Speaker in Oracle Modern Business Experience Conference (Australia), and World-class speaking about sustainable Supply chain at IISRP (USA, France, Italy, China, Korea, Russia, Germany, Japan, Austria, etc.). Dr Daniel is honoured to be included in the Top 50 Thought Leaders and Influencers on Supply Chain developed by thinkers 360.

Ashutosh Samadhiya is a distinguished academic figure in the field of Operations and Supply Chain Management, known for his significant contributions to research and education. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Jindal Global Business School, OP Jindal Global University, Sonipat, India, Dr. Samadhiya has amassed over eight years of experience in teaching, research, and innovation. His academic journey culminated in the attainment of a Ph.D. in Operations and Supply Chain Management from the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), India. During his doctoral studies, Dr. Samadhiya showcased his innovative prowess by developing a groundbreaking handloom machine, a feat that earned him an Indian patent, granted by the Indian Government. Furthermore, he demonstrated his commitment to technological advancement by transferring the technology associated with the handloom machine. In recognition of his academic excellence and research acumen, Dr. Samadhiya was selected for the prestigious Newton-Bhabha PhD placement program. This opportunity led him to collaborate with the Centre of Supply Chain at the University of Derby, UK, in 2021. Since then, he has maintained an honorary visiting researcher position at the University of Derby, fostering international collaborations and enriching his academic pursuits. Dr. Samadhiya's scholarly endeavors extend beyond academia, as evidenced by his prolific publication record in international referred and national journals, as well as presentations at renowned conferences on both the international and national stages. His research interests span a wide array of topics, including sustainability science, green/sustainable supply chain management, green operations, sustainable procurement, sustainable development, circular economy, Industry 4.0, performance measurement, human capital in supply chain and operations, decision modeling for sustainable business, and integration of operational areas with other domains. Moreover, Dr. Samadhiya possesses a diverse skill set, encompassing advanced statistical models, multivariate analysis, multi-criteria decision-making, fuzzy theory, fuzzy optimization, fuzzy multi-criteria decision-making, grey theory and analysis, machine learning, and more. His proficiency in these areas equips him to undertake complex research projects across various settings, including rural, semi-urban, and urban environments. In addition to his scholarly achievements, Dr. Samadhiya holds a design patent for an Artificial Intelligence Cash counting machine, showcasing his innovative spirit and commitment to technological innovation. Furthermore, he has made significant contributions to the academic community by serving as a reviewer and guest editor for esteemed journals, thereby enhancing the quality and rigor of scholarly publications. Overall, Dr. Ashutosh Samadhiya's career trajectory exemplifies a steadfast dedication to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and making meaningful contributions to the fields of Operations and Supply Chain Management, sustainability science, and beyond. Through his interdisciplinary approach and collaborative endeavors, he continues to shape the landscape of academia and inspire future generations of scholars and practitioners alike.

Jose Arturo Garza-Reyes is a professor of Operations Management and Head of the Centre for Supply Chain Improvement at the University of Derby, UK. He is actively involved in industrial projects where he combines his knowledge, expertise, and industrial experience in operations management to help organizations achieve excellence in their internal functions and supply chains. He has also led and managed international research projects funded by the British Academy, British Council, European Commission, Innovate UK, and Mexico's National Council of Science and Technology (CONACYT). As a leading academic, he has published over 300 articles in leading scientific journals, international conferences, and eight books. Prof. Garza-Reyes is the Associate Editor of the International Journal of Operations and Production Management, Associate Editor of the Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, Editor of the International Journal of Supply Chain and Operations Resilience, and Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Industrial Engineering and Operations Management. Areas of expertise and interest for Professor Garza-Reyes include Operations and Production Management, Supply Chain and Logistics Management, Lean and Agile Operations and Supply Chains, Sustainability within the context of Operations and Supply Chains, Circular or Closed-Loop Operations and Supply Chains, Sustainable and Green Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 technologies application in operations and supply chains, Lean Management, Quality Management & Operations Excellence and Innovation Management.

Jay Daniel 是英國德比大學供應鏈改善中心的高級講師及技術創新研究群組負責人。在加入德比商學院之前，他曾擔任澳洲悉尼科技大學（UTS）供應鏈與資訊系統的講師。Jay 之前在澳洲的 DB Schenker 和亞太地區的 Alliance International Registrar 擔任高級管理顧問、供應鏈解決方案分析師、專案經理、行業培訓師及首席審核員等職位。他在許多知名期刊和國際會議上發表了超過 60 篇經過審核的論文，包括 IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems、International Journal of Information Management、Service Research 和 Innovation 等。Daniel 博士擔任多本頂尖期刊的編輯委員會成員，如 Australasian Journal of Information Systems（ERA 等級 A）、Quality Management Journal、Operations Management Research 等，並參與多個國內外會議的科學/程序委員會。他的研究獲得了政府機構如 InterAct、經濟與社會研究委員會、Made Smarter Innovation、英國研究與創新以及全球行業合作夥伴的資助。Daniel 博士受邀在全球各地的國際行業和學術研討會及會議上擔任主題演講者/特邀演講者，例如在澳洲的 Oracle Modern Business Experience Conference 擔任主題演講者，以及在 IISRP（美國、法國、義大利、中國、韓國、俄羅斯、德國、日本、奧地利等）關於可持續供應鏈的世界級演講。Daniel 博士榮幸地被列入 Thinkers 360 所發展的供應鏈前 50 位思想領袖和影響者名單。

Ashutosh Samadhiya 是運營與供應鏈管理領域的傑出學者，以其對研究和教育的重大貢獻而聞名。目前，他擔任印度 OP Jindal 全球大學 Jindal 全球商學院的助理教授，擁有超過八年的教學、研究和創新經驗。他的學術旅程 culminated in the attainment of a Ph.D. in Operations and Supply Chain Management from the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), India。在攻讀博士學位期間，Samadhiya 博士展示了他的創新才能，開發了一種突破性的手工織布機，這一成就為他贏得了印度政府授予的專利。此外，他還通過轉移與手工織布機相關的技術，展現了他對技術進步的承諾。因其學術卓越和研究才能，Samadhiya 博士被選中參加著名的 Newton-Bhabha 博士生實習計畫。這一機會使他於 2021 年與英國德比大學的供應鏈中心合作。自那時以來，他在德比大學保持榮譽訪問研究員的職位，促進國際合作並豐富他的學術追求。Samadhiya 博士的學術努力超越了學術界，體現在他在國際和國內期刊上豐富的出版紀錄，以及在知名會議上的演講。他的研究興趣涵蓋廣泛的主題，包括可持續科學、綠色/可持續供應鏈管理、綠色運營、可持續採購、可持續發展、循環經濟、工業 4.0、績效衡量、供應鏈和運營中的人力資本、可持續商業的決策建模，以及運營領域與其他領域的整合。此外，Samadhiya 博士擁有多樣的技能組合，包括高級統計模型、多變量分析、多準則決策制定、模糊理論、模糊優化和模糊多準則決策等。