Securing the intelligent supply chain: the convergence of AI, IOT and Blockchain technologies

Victor Nosakhare Oriakhi 1, *, Nathalie Essi Afefa Takpah 2 and Bisola Kayode 3

1 Robotics and Automation, Salford University, Manchester, United Kingdom.
2 Procurement Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Salford University, Manchester, United Kingdom.
3 Economics and Statistics, University of Benin, Nigeria.
 
Research Article
Open Access Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, 2025, 08(01), 032-043.
Article DOI: 10.53022/oarjet.2025.8.1.0023
Publication history: 
Received on 21 December 2024; revised on 28 January 2025; accepted on 31 January 2025
 
Abstract: 
The concept of Supply Chain 4.0 represents a transformative phase in supply chain management through advanced digital technologies like IoT, AI, blockchain, and cyber-physical systems. While these innovations deliver operational improvements, the heightened interconnectivity introduces significant cybersecurity challenges, particularly within military logistics, where mission-critical operations and life-safety concerns are paramount. This paper examines these unique cybersecurity requirements, focusing on advanced persistent threats, supply chain poisoning, and data breaches that could compromise sensitive operations. The study proposes a hybrid cybersecurity framework tailored to military logistics, integrating resilience, redundancy, and cross-jurisdictional security measures. Real-world applicability is validated through simulations, offering strategies for securing supply chains while balancing security, efficiency, and flexibility.
 
Keywords: 
Artificial Intelligence; Internet of Things; Blockchain; Cyber security
 
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