Smart, Secure, and Connected: A Blockchain-Supported Logistics Ecosystem for Saudi Arabia’s 2034 FIFA World Cup
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This research examines how Saudi Arabia might achieve Vision 2030's broad goals while meeting the demands of significant events, such as the 2034 FIFA World Cup, by leveraging high-tech logistics hubs. It examines how supply chain resilience may be enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI) through safety stock, cross-docking for speedy delivery, and intelligent tracking. Using a mixed-methods approach that includes expert interviews, case studies, and performance measurements, the study illustrates how innovations boost productivity, reduce delays, and ensure a smooth flow of commodities. Beyond operations, the study explains how logistics innovation creates avenues for entrepreneurship, supporting start-ups in sustainable transport technology and AI logistics solutions. The study claims that the use of AI, crossdocking, and high-capacity logistics nodes enhances Saudi Arabia's ability to host international logistics events and solidifies its standing as a developing center for supply chain innovation and entrepreneurship.
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