Navigating the Future of Supply Chains with AI and Blockchain
Join us for this week’s Digital Transformers episode of The Buzz, as we explore the intersection of real-world assets and blockchain technology in supply chain.
In this episode, host Kevin L. Jackson welcomes special guest Dr. Chris Smithmyer, CEO of Black Wallet Ltd to the show, and they delve into the transformative potential of tokenization in the supply chain sector.
Listen in as the conversation continues and covers:
- How integrating digital assets with real-world assets can enhance transparency, reduce costs, and ultimately reshape supply chain management
- Blockchain technology and how it allows for real-time tracking of goods, minimizing losses and improving accountability
- The shift towards a digital supply network requires businesses to adapt to new technologies and processes
- The rise of AI and big data analytics is transforming how businesses manage physical assets.
Check out this Digital Transformers edition of The Buzz, and embrace a forward-looking perspective on how companies can leverage these advancements to not only enhance their operational capabilities but also to secure a competitive edge in the global marketplace.
This episode is hosted by Kevin L. Jackson, and produced by Amanda Luton.
Additional Links & Resources
Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show:
- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/k0c84yB8uvg?feature=share
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Connect with Dr. Chris Smithmyer: www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-smithmyer
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Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
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The Rise of the Digital Supply Network: https://bit.ly/4eG5YjD
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The road to Industry 5.0 is your data and AI: https://bit.ly/4855rFo
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VeChain Partners with Boston Consulting Group to Drive Trillions in Real-world Asset Integration: https://bit.ly/3ZYwtwl
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The Crypto Frontier: Innovation, Utility, and the Future Potential of Leading Cryptocurrencies: https://bit.ly/3Yq8lSd
- Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
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