Smart contract diffusion in the pharmaceutical blockchain: the battle of counterfeit drugs
Arash Kordestani, Pejvak Oghazi, Rana Mostaghel
Abstract
Counterfeit drugs have long been a major concern. In search of a solution, this study conducted a systematic literature review. Using an automated content analysis of pharmaceutical blockchains, this study identifies the (1) unique characteristics of smart contracts on blockchain platforms in the pharmaceutical supply chain, (2) role of smart contracts to combat counterfeit drugs, and (3) avenues for future studies. Theoretical and managerial implications are discussed at the end of this paper.
Topics & Concepts
CounterfeitBlockchainCounterfeit DrugsBattleBusinessSmart contractSupply chainComputer securityInternet privacyMarketingComputer scienceLawPolitical scienceArchaeologyHistoryBlockchain Technology Applications and SecurityFinTech, Crowdfunding, Digital FinancePharmaceutical Quality and Counterfeiting