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The convergence of digital transformation and circular economy is reshaping the sports industry, offering innovative pathways for sustainable development. By leveraging IoT, AI, blockchain, and advanced data analytics, stakeholders can optimize equipment lifecycle management and infrastructure efficiency, minimizing waste and maximizing resource reuse. From smart stadiums to eco-friendly gear, digital advancements are revolutionizing both manufacturing and operational practices, fostering a circular ecosystem. This chapter explores the pivotal role of technology in driving the shift towards a sustainable, resilient sports landscape, supported by emerging trends, case studies, and actionable frameworks for industry-wide implementation.

Digital Transformation in the Sports Industry

Kaur,

Ahsan,

Gill

2024

The Rise of Product-as-a-Service Models in the Digital Era

Ingle,

Khati,

Dahiya

2024

This chapter delves into the rise of Product-as-a-Service (PaaS) models in the digital age and their pivotal role in fostering circular innovation. As environmental concerns and resource scarcity grow, businesses rethink traditional ownership-based models. PaaS emphasizes access over ownership, allowing companies to retain control of products while offering usage-based services. This transition, enabled by digital technologies such as IoT, AI, and big data, extends product lifecycles, enhances resource efficiency, and minimizes waste. This chapter demonstrates how PaaS can drive sustainable business models and circular economies by examining sectoral applications and real-world case studies.

Blockchain-Enabled Circular Supply Chains in the Sports Industry

Narayana,

Kumasi,

Dhiman

2024

The rapid advancement of blockchain technology presents unprecedented opportunities for reimagining circular supply chains in the sports industry, contributing to sustainability and enhancing transparency in manufacturing and distribution processes. This chapter delves into the confluence of blockchain and circular economy (CE) principles within the context of sports, analyzing how blockchain's immutable ledger, smart contracts, and decentralized structures can foster more accountable, transparent, and resource-efficient supply chains. By tracking materials, certifying authenticity, and facilitating responsible recycling, blockchain enables a paradigm shift toward more sustainable practices in sports manufacturing, reducing waste, and promoting ethical sourcing. Through case studies and theoretical frameworks, this chapter explores blockchain's transformative role in ensuring the sustainability of both production and consumption in the sports sector.