“…KM processes can only better realize their value if their security and visibility can be improved by blockchain technology adaptation (Li et al, 2021). Many emerging technologies, such as the internet of Things (Almomani et al, 2021;Huang et al, 2021;Peng et al, 2021), machine learning (Cheng et al, 2021;Srivastava and Eachempati, 2021;Trappey et al, 2022), deep learning (Du and Shu, 2022;Hou et al, 2021;Wu et al, 2021) and big data analytics (Bag et al, 2021;Gholami et al, 2021;Xie et al, 2022), are driving the creation of new business models to streamline KM processes. Among them, blockchain technology-an advanced database mechanism for firms that allows information to be shared transparently across a network of firms-guarantees data reliability in knowledge learning and application among SC stakeholders (Ali et al, 2020;Buthelezi et al, 2021).…”