Enhancing Transparency and Ethical Sourcing in Handicraft Supply Chains Through Blockchain, Smart Contracts, NFTs, and IPFS Integration
摘要
This paper discusses a framework for supply chain management in the handicraft industry, aiming to address the challenges of transparency and ethical sourcing. We introduce a system that integrates blockchain technology, smart contracts, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), and the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) to enhance the traceability and integrity of handicraft supply chains from creation to consumer. The study reviews related work that demonstrates the importance of blockchain for trust and transparent practices within supply chains. Our methodology was tested across multiple EVM-compatible platforms, examining the operational performance and economic feasibility of the system. The results of these tests inform our analysis of the system’s functionality in terms of transaction speed, cost efficiency, and reliability in data management. Our findings indicate that the proposed framework can significantly contribute to the handicraft industry by providing a transparent, reliable, and efficient approach to supply chain management.