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Last Mile and Blockchain: Opportunities and Challenges

In: Advances in Empirical Economic Research

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  • Rafael Villa

    (Camilo José Cela University)

  • Marta Serrano

    (Camilo José Cela University)

  • Tomás García

    (Camilo José Cela University)

Abstract

The last mile (LM) has become one of the main problems to be solved in large cities. The growing population, the rise of e-commerce and the sustainability aspects demanded by smart cities have brought the urban distribution of goods to the brink of collapse. In this context, where accurate and fast information is critical for correct performance, blockchain technology can offer opportunities to improve urban logistics in cities. This paper conducts a systematic literature review (SLR) of the areas of implementation of blockchain technology in urban logistics. In order to check the degree of maturity, the leading real projects currently being developed are also analysed. This study aims to help practitioners and researchers better understand the issues related to blockchain application in urban logistics, considering the potential benefits and possible limitations of this technology.

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  • Rafael Villa & Marta Serrano & Tomás García, 2023. "Last Mile and Blockchain: Opportunities and Challenges," Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics, in: Nicholas Tsounis & Aspasia Vlachvei (ed.), Advances in Empirical Economic Research, chapter 0, pages 111-131, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:prbchp:978-3-031-22749-3_7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-22749-3_7
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