Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Supply Chain Management

This chapter discusses the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve sustainable supply chain management (SSCM). It reviews the most important AI technologies, including machine learning, predictive analytics, IoT, and blockchain, and their contribution to enhancing efficiency, transparency, and sustainability in supply chains. The survey finds the potential of AI to streamline such processes as demand forecasting, inventory management, and logistics, resulting in a decreased environmental impact and enhanced operational efficiency. The challenges to the adoption of AI, such as technological, financial, and human factors are also covered. The recommendations to businesses and the policymakers state that there should be proper regulations, investments in infrastructure, and development of skilled workforce. The chapter ends by discussing future research directions where the focus is on the combination of AI, circular economy, and sustainable supply chains.