Description
BLOCKCHAIN FOR THE SUPPLY CHAIN FOCUS
This intensive course is designed for decision-making executives, where their supply chain models and operations could be impacted by the introduction of this technology. In addition to understanding the foundational aspect of this technology, participants will be able to see how blockchain technology is changing the operational deployment to their benefit.
The fundamentals of blockchain
An intensive introduction to smart contracts, consensus protocols and public vs private chains
An introduction to various blockchains use cases in Supply Chain
Real-life use cases for different industries and different supply chain models
How to set up a strategy to make use of blockchain for your own supply chain needs
Perfect Program For
Senior management, key stakeholders, as well as managers, who operate in the supply chain area, will find this as a relevant course to understanding the disruptive impact of blockchain adoption.
- C-Level
- VPs
- Directors
- Heads of Divisions
MODULE 1
BASICS OF BLOCKCHAIN
Introduction to blockchain
What is the Bitcoin blockchain
Understanding crypto roles / purpose
Consensus protocols
Public and private blockchains
Ethereum (and its derivatives) / Hyperledger/ EOS / Stellar
MODULE 2
UNDERSTANDING SMART CONTRACTS
Paper to digital contracts
What is a smart contract?
Smart contract platforms
How smart contracts are of value to the Supply Chain
MODULE 3
PAIN POINTS FOR THE SUPPLY CHAIN
Inefficiencies
Sourcing and inventory controls
Product Traceability
Procurement / Long Cycle Times
Compliance
Logistics / Coordination /
Operations / Inventory and warehouse management
Opacity
High costs
Shipment visibility
The supply chain is broken
MODULE 4
HOW CAN BLOCKCHAIN HELP SUPPLY CHAINS
Verify Authenticity
Transparency and Security
Increased efficiency
Agreements and Contracts
Regulatory and Compliance
Cyber Security
Change management
MODULE 5
USE CASE EXAMPLES OF HOW BLOCKCHAINS ARE BEING USED IN SUPPLY CHAINS TODAY
Agri
Automotive
Fashion
Food & Beverage
Healthcare
Insurance
Maritime
Pharma
Power and Energy / Oil and Gas
MODULE 6
COMPLIANCE AND REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT
Blockchain Regulatory Environment
Overview of Blockchain Regulation
Compliance and Legal Issues
Discussion: Assess the advantages of blockchain for the Supply Chain Sector
MODULE 7
BARRIERS TO ADOPTION
Existing Supply Chain solutions
Siloed systems
No established data standards and management
Wait and see mentality / the blockchain landscape is undergoing dramatic change
What will motivate change
MODULE 8
HOW TO PREPARE YOU FIRM FOR BLOCKCHAIN
Evaluation and Challenges
Activity: Identify a use case that would be impactful to your situation
Acceptance and Action Plan
Plan
Source
Make
Deliver
Return
ISCEA CONTINUING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Your credentials with the ISCEA make you an industry expert. Therefore, ISCEA requires that all its certification holders participate in continuing education to keep up with ever changing global supply chain body of knowledge and practice. You have invested time and money to obtain the ISCEA Credential. It is up to you to protect your investment by renewing your certification with ISCEA every three (3) years.
