London Journal of Social Sciences

BTCEN Project: Application of Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain

Cihan Bulut — 2024-04-01

The "BTCEN Project: Application of Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain'' article examines the potential impacts of blockchain technology on supply chain management. This paper highlights how products can increase transparency, reliability, and traceability in supply chains by recording their journey from source to the end user. BTCEN aims to bring a modern perspective to the supply chain by integrating e-commerce, tokenization, CRM, and ERP modules. The project accelerates business processes and reduces costs by eliminating intermediaries, thus providing significant benefits to businesses and consumers. The article shows how blockchain technology can be a valuable tool beyond financial transactions, especially in supply chain management. The success of the BTCEN Project represents a promising example of the potential of blockchain technology to provide innovative solutions in different sectors and lays a solid foundation for future applications of this technology.

Evolution of digital transformations in IT companies

Oksana Makovoz — 2024-03-21

This article discusses the evolution and approaches of digitalization of business processes within IT companies, highlighting the transformative effects of this shift on operational efficiency and strategic management. By integrating digital technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud computing, IT companies are redefining the landscape of business process management. The paper examines how IT companies' digital technologies have evolved as business processes have been optimised, management decision-making processes have been improved, and service quality has been enhanced. It also looks at issues such as data security, privacy concerns and the need for skilled labour. The evolution of digitalization in IT Companies is investigated through the prism of retrospective historical analysis of how digitalization has evolved in the IT sector and early adaptations, the shift towards more integrated digital solutions. The research methodology includes a blend of qualitative and quantitative approaches, analyzing case studies from various IT companies that have successfully navigated the digital transformation journey. The findings indicate that digitalization, when strategically implemented, leads to significant improvements in process efficiency, cost reduction, and competitive advantage. However, it also necessitates a cultural shift within organizations, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adaptation to technological advancements. The paper concludes by proposing strategies for effectively managing the transition towards a digitally empowered business environment.

The Role of Socialization Agents in Sociovirtualization: Bridging the Gap between Virtual and Real-world Interactions

Ibrahim Kurt — 2024-03-21

The article describes socialization agents as important factors that impact an individual's social growth and interactions in order to properly understand the dynamics of sociovirtualization. These agents serve as sources of guidance, norms, and socialization chances, all of which contribute considerably to the construction of an individual's social identity. These socialization agents are critical in aiding socialization in virtual settings and negotiating the intricacies of virtual interactions in the field of sociovirtualization.

Investigating companies' commitment to inclusive corporate culture preservation

Christina Schabasser — 2024-04-08

Diversity and inclusion are important metrics for employers to build a reputation as an employer of choice. However, existing literature provides an ambiguous understanding of the topic, as debates among scholars regarding the actual impacts of diversity on the performance of organizations are ongoing. In this regard, this study surveyed 173 employees to obtain an honest picture of how they perceived their employers' commitment to preserving diversity and inclusion at work. This study found that many respondents were unsure of the inclusive practices their employers carried out due to gaps between what their employers promised to deliver and what they actually delivered.