May 21, 2019 - This research delves into the current state of project management and how blockchain technology is beginning to transform it. Its authors identify five key areas where blockchain-based platforms and applications can support the efforts of the project management office, including creating and managing digital records, exchanging digital assets, verifying and reinforcing acceptable performance, building reputation systems, and executing smart contracts. It presents case studies of enterprises that are currently deploying blockchain to manage clinical trials, construction projects, and the provenance and custody of assets in collaborations with ...

Aug 13, 2021 - No longer at proof-of-concept or pilot stage, blockchain applications are changing processes and practices for the better in business and society. This research reports on the status of transformational projects for registering assets, tracking the flow of assets, automating contract administration, and streamlining industry workflows in construction, insurance, mining, retail, and transportation. It features a case study of the UK based company Circulor, which has transformed the cobalt chain of custody for good. Finally, the authors anticipate the long-term impact of blockchain technology on global financial markets, identity management, an...

Feb 18, 2020 - This research describes many industry consortia within the blockchain enterprise space and describes the goals of three in particular—Blockchain Insurance Industry Initiative, Enterprise Ethereum Alliance, and Hyperledger, hosted by the Linux Foundation. The project involved interviews with twenty-five executives and thought leaders who are innovatively deploying blockchain technology in industries ranging from artificial intelligence to healthcare. It lays out the business case for joining blockchain consortia including developing standards for technologies and building trust and confidence in new technology solutions. It distills the best...