Applications of Blockchain Technology

An Industry Focus
1. Auflage 2024
ISBN: 978-1-032-47088-7
Verlag: CRC Press

Buch, Englisch, 262 Seiten, Format (B × H): 161 mm x 240 mm, Gewicht: 564 g

Blockchain technology is a disruptive technology that affords businesspeople an opportunity to correct problems of dishonesty, corruption, and poor decision-making. This book crafts blockchain technology for the non-technical expert, to interpret the various applications of blockchain technology through the lens of various industries and creates opportunities for professionals using practical applications and case studies.  Blockchain technology is an important platform for businesses to consider as it provides a consensus based, trusted, and transparent system for businesses to operate various critical functions. As such, this book is a first of its kind to take a deep dive into the application of blockchain technology in different sectors.  Applications of blockchain technology is explored through understanding of implementation and configuring the use of blockchain technology in real business application. The book provides access to disseminate blockchain technology and its application in a clear and structured manner by assimilating real-world-cases by providing valuable information for business audiences for all business sectors.

Zielgruppe

Academic and Postgraduate

Autoren/Hrsg.

Ravani, Anita

Edupuganti, Sashi

Pugh, Jeannette

Sushama, Sooraj

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Bereichsspezifisches Management Produktionsmanagement, Qualitätskontrolle
• Mathematik | Informatik EDV | Informatik Informatik Theoretische Informatik
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management Qualitätsmanagement, Qualitätssicherung (QS), Total Quality Management (TQM)

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface. Introduction. Blockchain Applications and Uses: deconstructing blockchain technology. Blockchain applications and uses:  Finance Industry. Blockchain applications and uses: Healthcare Industry. Blockchain applications and uses: Law Enforcement. Blockchain applications and uses: supply chain management. Blockchain and Structural implementation. Blockchain opportunities and vulnerabilities. Blockchain and Exploitation. blockchain Merging of Business and Technology. Blockchain and beyond. References.

Über Autor(innen)

Anita Ravani is the founder of APR Investment and Management, a leading management and consulting firm based out of Los Angeles, California, specializing in finance and accounting to drive consumer decision-making. Anita is a two-time inductee of the prestigious Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society and holds an MBA from Pepperdine Gradzadio School of Business and a Ph.D. in Global Leadership and Change from the Graduate School of Education and Psychology at Pepperdine University. She has published several articles and books and is currently an adjunct professor at California State University Los Angeles.

Sashi Edupuganti is a serial entrepreneur, Fortune 100 technology general manager, and investor widely recognized for his innovation, next-generation capabilities, and teams. He is currently the CEO of ODE Holdings and has been the founding member of two other start-ups with successful acquisitions in the past. Sashi has a Bachelor of Science in Physics and a Master of Science in Computer Applications from the University of Madras. Sashi also holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship from Pepperdine University and is an inductee of the prestigious Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society.

Jeannette Pugh is an SHRM-certified, global human resource professional with multi-industry HR generalist, specialist, and line management experience, collaborating with teams to develop sustainable solutions for organizations. Jeannette has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management Systems from Princeton University, Masters in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Ph.D. in Global Leadership and Change from Pepperdine University. Jeannette is a professor at Pepperdine University.

Sooraj Sushama is an accomplished Executive Advisor for Data Analytics and Data Science, currently leading the charge at a top US health insurance firm. In addition to his impressive professional achievements, Sooraj's passion for education shines through as he serves as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University's prestigious MS in Analytics program. Sooraj is pursuing a Ph.D. in Global Leadership and Change from Pepperdine University and has a Bachelor of Technology Degree in Electronics and Communication from CUSAT, India, and a Dual M.B.A. from Pepperdine University in General Management and Digital Innovation from Information Systems.