Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives

This research paper conducts a systematic review of the integration of blockchain technology with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, a burgeoning field at the intersection of advanced technology and business management. The primary objective is to bridge the knowledge gap by synthesizing ex...

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Main Authors: Isbaih Sara, Noman Hassan Al, Aljarwan Abdalla, Owais Ibrahim Al, Yosry Ahmed, Bahroun Zied
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Language:English
Published: Sciendo 2024-12-01
Series:Management Systems in Production Engineering
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.2478/mspe-2024-0055
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Noman Hassan Al
Aljarwan Abdalla
Owais Ibrahim Al
Yosry Ahmed
Bahroun Zied
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description This research paper conducts a systematic review of the integration of blockchain technology with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, a burgeoning field at the intersection of advanced technology and business management. The primary objective is to bridge the knowledge gap by synthesizing existing literature, providing insights into the current state, challenges, and potential of blockchain in enhancing ERP systems. The study follows a structured methodology involving four key stages: Literature Retrieval, Literature Screening, Biblio-metric Analysis, and Content Analysis. A comprehensive literature search in the Scopus database resulted in the identification and analysis of 250 scholarly articles, narrowed down to 66 relevant publications. The findings highlight a significant trend towards decentralized ERP solutions, driven by blockchain’s promise of enhanced security, transparency, and efficiency. Key areas impacted by blockchain integration include supply chain management, accounting, security, traceability, purchasing, and process automation within ERP systems. The bibliometric analysis reveals a growing academic interest in this domain, with a focus on scalability, data security, and interoperability. However, the integration faces challenges such as technical complexity, cultural resistance, and regulatory uncertainties. The study concludes that while blockchain presents transformative opportunities for ERP systems, realizing this potential requires overcoming substantial technical and organizational hurdles. Future research should concentrate on developing scalable, interoperable blockchain solutions, tailored to specific industry needs and compliant with regulatory standards, thereby facilitating widespread adoption and maximizing the benefits of blockchain in ERP systems.
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spelling doaj-art-92cb31d351e4499bbfddf36783f776ea2025-08-20T01:59:20ZengSciendoManagement Systems in Production Engineering2450-57812024-12-0132457158610.2478/mspe-2024-0055Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future PerspectivesIsbaih Sara0Noman Hassan Al1Aljarwan Abdalla2Owais Ibrahim Al3Yosry Ahmed4Bahroun Zied51American University of Sharjah1American University of Sharjah1American University of Sharjah1American University of Sharjah1American University of Sharjah1American University of SharjahThis research paper conducts a systematic review of the integration of blockchain technology with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, a burgeoning field at the intersection of advanced technology and business management. The primary objective is to bridge the knowledge gap by synthesizing existing literature, providing insights into the current state, challenges, and potential of blockchain in enhancing ERP systems. The study follows a structured methodology involving four key stages: Literature Retrieval, Literature Screening, Biblio-metric Analysis, and Content Analysis. A comprehensive literature search in the Scopus database resulted in the identification and analysis of 250 scholarly articles, narrowed down to 66 relevant publications. The findings highlight a significant trend towards decentralized ERP solutions, driven by blockchain’s promise of enhanced security, transparency, and efficiency. Key areas impacted by blockchain integration include supply chain management, accounting, security, traceability, purchasing, and process automation within ERP systems. The bibliometric analysis reveals a growing academic interest in this domain, with a focus on scalability, data security, and interoperability. However, the integration faces challenges such as technical complexity, cultural resistance, and regulatory uncertainties. The study concludes that while blockchain presents transformative opportunities for ERP systems, realizing this potential requires overcoming substantial technical and organizational hurdles. Future research should concentrate on developing scalable, interoperable blockchain solutions, tailored to specific industry needs and compliant with regulatory standards, thereby facilitating widespread adoption and maximizing the benefits of blockchain in ERP systems.https://doi.org/10.2478/mspe-2024-0055blockchain technologyenterprise resource planning (erp)supply chain managementprocess automationdata securitysmart contracts
spellingShingle Isbaih Sara
Noman Hassan Al
Aljarwan Abdalla
Owais Ibrahim Al
Yosry Ahmed
Bahroun Zied
Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives
Management Systems in Production Engineering
blockchain technology
enterprise resource planning (erp)
supply chain management
process automation
data security
smart contracts
title Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives
title_full Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives
title_fullStr Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives
title_full_unstemmed Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives
title_short Blockchain in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives
title_sort blockchain in enterprise resource planning systems a comprehensive review of emerging trends challenges and future perspectives
topic blockchain technology
enterprise resource planning (erp)
supply chain management
process automation
data security
smart contracts
url https://doi.org/10.2478/mspe-2024-0055
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