American Journal of Business and Operations Research AJBOR 2692-2967 2770-0216 10.54216/AJBOR https://www.americaspg.com/journals/show/1762 2018 2018 Accounting Department, Faculty of Commerce, Kafr El Sheikh University, Egypt Dina K. Hassan Accounting Department, Faculty of Commerce, Mansoura University, Egypt Ahmed K. Metawee Dassault Systemes Deutschland GmbH, Meitnerstraße 8, 70563 Stuttgart, Germany Bassem Hassan Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize supply chain management (SCM) by increasing transparency, improving efficiency, and reducing costs. This paper reviews the business applications of blockchain technology in SCM and identifies future directions for its use. We explore the current applications of blockchain technology in SCM, including tracking and tracing of goods, verification of product authenticity, and automating supply chain processes. Then, we examine the benefits and challenges of implementing blockchain technology in SCM and discuss the potential impact on various stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and consumers. Following, we identify future directions for research and development in blockchain technology for SCM, including the integration of AI and ML, the use of smart contracts, and the development of new blockchain-based business models. 2020 2020 60 69 10.54216/AJBOR.010201 https://www.americaspg.com/articleinfo/1/show/1762