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Blockchain for Supply Chain Management

Intensive 5-day course · English, Arabic & European languages

Supply chain managers, logistics directors and commercial procurement leaders examine distributed ledger architectures during this five-day course. Delegates explore distributed data immutability, smart contract deployment, Internet of Things (IoT) sensor integration and consortium governance. Course modules establish rigorous frameworks to evaluate technology feasibility, verify provenance and eliminate counterfeit vulnerabilities across complex trading networks.

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Public courses in our cities

  • 26–30 Oct 2026Riyadh£4,200 + VAT
  • 9–13 Nov 2026Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 23–27 Nov 2026Doha£4,200 + VAT
  • 14–18 Dec 2026London£3,360 + VAT
  • 28 Dec – 1 Jan 2026Abu Dhabi£4,200 + VAT
  • 4–8 Jan 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
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  • 18–22 Jan 2027Dubai£4,200 + VAT
  • 1–5 Feb 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 15–19 Feb 2027Riyadh£4,200 + VAT
  • 8–12 Mar 2027Kuala Lumpur£1,800 + VAT
  • 22–26 Mar 2027Doha£4,200 + VAT
  • 12–16 Apr 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 26–30 Apr 2027Geneva£4,200 + VAT
  • 10–14 May 2027London£3,360 + VAT
  • 24–28 May 2027Abu Dhabi£4,200 + VAT
  • 7–11 Jun 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 21–25 Jun 2027Cairo£2,280 + VAT
  • 5–9 Jul 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 19–23 Jul 2027Jeddah£4,200 + VAT
  • 9–13 Aug 2027Kuala Lumpur£1,800 + VAT
  • 23–27 Aug 2027Singapore£4,200 + VAT
  • 13–17 Sep 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 27 Sep – 1 Oct 2027Muscat£3,080 + VAT
  • 11–15 Oct 2027London£3,360 + VAT
  • 25–29 Oct 2027Casablanca£2,280 + VAT
  • 1–5 Nov 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 15–19 Nov 2027Manama£3,080 + VAT
  • 6–10 Dec 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 20–24 Dec 2027Amman£3,400 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

Can't make these dates? We can run this course for your team on dates that suit you. Ask for custom dates · In-house options

Online (live)

With a trainer, on dates to suit your team

This course can be taught live online by a trainer, in English, Arabic or any European language, for one person or a whole team.

£1,850 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

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Course overview

Global logistics networks face escalating structural friction across customs boundaries, multi-tier subcontracting chains and fragmented data repositories. When trading counterparties rely on siloed databases, inventory visibility deteriorates, shipment reconciliation drags on and counterfeit goods penetrate legitimate supply streams. Distributed ledger technologies resolve these systemic vulnerabilities by recording immutable transaction histories across independent operating partners. By combining cryptographic data immutability with automated smart contract logic, cross-border supply networks can execute conditional customs handoffs, dynamic tariff calculations and cargo releases without relying on manual reconciliations or third-party paper manifests. By establishing decentralised verification protocols across suppliers, carriers and regulatory authorities, organisations secure transparent provenance while accelerating cross-border settlement workflows.

Delegates examine core blockchain mechanics alongside practical operational implementations in modern logistics. Course modules cover distributed consensus mechanisms, tamper-evident audit trails, tokenisation protocols and Internet of Things (IoT) hardware integration. Supply chain practitioners evaluate real-time tracking architectures, studying how smart contracts automate milestone payments upon verified cold-chain delivery.

Deploying enterprise blockchain solutions requires rigorous commercial feasibility analysis and technical standardisation across industry consortia. The curriculum addresses software integration challenges, legacy enterprise resource planning (ERP) connections and data privacy governance. Delegates study interoperability standards and regulatory compliance frameworks to design viable distributed supply chain architectures.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  1. Explain fundamental blockchain mechanisms and evaluate their operational relevance to modern supply chains
  2. Identify systemic vulnerabilities, data silos and counterfeit risks in traditional logistics networks
  3. Deploy blockchain architectures and smart contracts to strengthen supply chain transparency and cargo security
  4. Formulate feasibility criteria, design workflows and rollout plans for implementing distributed ledger solutions
  5. Analyse real-world enterprise blockchain deployments, consortium standards and cross-industry implementation lessons

Who should attend

This course suits:

  • Supply chain managers and international logistics professionals
  • Procurement specialists and operations managers
  • Logistics technology planners and enterprise digital transformation leads
  • Commercial innovators exploring distributed ledger architectures
  • Regulatory compliance specialists and trade policymakers
  • Business professionals seeking a grounded foundation in supply chain blockchain applications

Training methodology

  • Interactive technical presentations and structured lectures introduce distributed ledger concepts, cryptographic protocols and smart contracts.
  • Delegates participate in group discussions, case study evaluations, architecture design exercises and practical simulations of supply chain transactions.

Daily agenda

  1. Day 1

    Introduction to Blockchain and Supply Chain

    • Core foundations, cryptography and distributed ledger mechanisms
    • End-to-end supply chain management architectures and stakeholder roles
    • Critical data vulnerabilities and coordination challenges in traditional supply chains
    • Strategic and operational impact of blockchain deployment across freight corridors
  2. Day 2

    Blockchain Features for Supply Chain

    • Achieving end-to-end provenance transparency and cargo traceability
    • Cryptographic data immutability, consensus mechanisms and transaction security
    • Designing and automating smart contracts within supply chain workflows
    • Establishing real-time asset visibility across multi-tier supplier networks
  3. Day 3

    Blockchain Applications in Inventory and Logistics

    • Real-time inventory tracking and automated warehouse reconciliation
    • Internet of Things (IoT) hardware integration, telematics and smart condition sensors
    • Digital product authentication, anti-counterfeit tagging and verification protocols
    • Case study evaluations of distributed ledger deployments in inventory management
  4. Day 4

    Implementing Blockchain in Supply Chain

    • Conducting technical and economic feasibility assessments for blockchain projects
    • Designing distributed application architectures and node governance models
    • Overcoming technical integration hurdles with legacy enterprise resource planning systems
    • Case studies of enterprise blockchain implementations across global supply networks
  5. Day 5

    Interoperability, Standards, and Future Trends

    • Technical interoperability challenges and cross-chain bridge solutions
    • Industry-specific data standards, consortium models and legal frameworks
    • Emerging developments in zero-knowledge proofs and decentralised trade finance
    • Programme synthesis, implementation roadmap planning and open question-and-answer review

Certificate

Every delegate who completes the course receives an ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

Frequently asked questions

How do I register?

Choose a date and city in the schedule and press Register, or send us an enquiry. Our team confirms your place and sends an invoice.

Are fees shown with VAT?

Fees are shown per delegate and exclude VAT, which is added to the invoice where applicable.

Can this course be delivered for our team only?

Yes. Any ARUK course can be delivered in-house at your premises, in a meeting room we book for you, or 1-to-1.

Is this course available online?

Yes. We run it live online with a trainer, on dates that suit your team, for £1,850 + VAT per delegate.

Is there a group discount?

Yes. 20% for 2 delegates, 35% for 3 delegates and 50% for 5 or more delegates on the same course.

Can the course be delivered in Arabic or another language?

Yes. Our courses can be delivered in English, Arabic or any European language, by a trainer who teaches in that language. Mention your preferred language when you register or enquire.

What certificate will I receive?

An ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

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  • The full fee is paid in advance, before the course starts.
  • Cancel in writing 30 or more days before the start date (45 for in-house) for a refund. Later than that, the full fee is payable.
  • No refund for non-attendance or partial attendance.
  • Places are for the named delegate only; another person cannot attend instead.
  • Moving to another date or city is only possible if ARUK agrees in writing.
  • Travel, accommodation and visas are your responsibility. A refused visa does not change the cancellation terms.

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