Blockchain and AI Technology in Support of Transparent Navy Logistics and Global Supply Chains (Continuation)

Abstract

We leverage our previous work on how BC (blockchain) technology can maintain trusted audit trails through a distributed secure ledger. BC is a tamper-resistant decentralized database used in many security applications to provide proof of transaction with a secure distributed ledger where trust is implemented through distributed consensus decentralized policy enforcement. We employ a use case approach to investigate various permissioned enterprise blockchain products with a trusted distributed ledger where transactions are stored transparently on data blocks (blockchains) using Hyperledger Fabric (and associated tools). Previous research identified two promising enterprise blockchain products from Oracle and IBM which have the tools to develop applications for the "last mile" which is critical to any successful blockchain solution. However, any Hyperledger Fabric based system could also implemented if had the supporting infrastructure. The project would answer the following questions: What type of BC technology and general architecture would best meet the Navy's logistics/audit requirements that meet both security and other requirements? How can block chain technology reduce data entry errors in Navy business transactions? We will continue the potential workflow and supply chain applications for a permissioned based blockchain and explore the use of blockchain data as a source for analytics and machine learning. Additionally, will investigate process flow such as parts and food ordering for deployed naval forces and identify specific functions where operational security has the potential to be violated and look at such examples as food ordering practices in terms of security, integrity, and provenance of food or other items.