In an era where consumers increasingly demand transparency and sustainability in food production, this study introduces a mobile application tailored for the coffee supply chain. The goal of the study is to enhance the entire coffee production process by integrating technologies such as blockchain, RFID, and barcodes to improve transparency, traceability, and operational efficiency. The application tracks and records data from farm inspection to export, covering coffee variety, environmental conditions, and supplier actions. It manages logistics with real-time updates on quantities, destinations, and delivery times, which supports better decision-making and fosters consumer trust through verifiable information. By improving coordination, reducing fraud, and optimizing quality control, the app aims to cut costs by up to 20%, reduce inventory carrying costs by 15-25%, and boost crop productivity by up to 15%. Furthermore, it supports precision agriculture, aligns with Just-In-Time principles, and promotes sustainability while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
Towards a Sustainable Digital Manufacturing: A State of Art
De Felice F.;Salzano C.;Forcina A.;Petrillo A.
2024-01-01
Abstract
In an era where consumers increasingly demand transparency and sustainability in food production, this study introduces a mobile application tailored for the coffee supply chain. The goal of the study is to enhance the entire coffee production process by integrating technologies such as blockchain, RFID, and barcodes to improve transparency, traceability, and operational efficiency. The application tracks and records data from farm inspection to export, covering coffee variety, environmental conditions, and supplier actions. It manages logistics with real-time updates on quantities, destinations, and delivery times, which supports better decision-making and fosters consumer trust through verifiable information. By improving coordination, reducing fraud, and optimizing quality control, the app aims to cut costs by up to 20%, reduce inventory carrying costs by 15-25%, and boost crop productivity by up to 15%. Furthermore, it supports precision agriculture, aligns with Just-In-Time principles, and promotes sustainability while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
