Next-Generation Supply Chain Management in the Industrial Metaverse

Global supply chains are entering a pivotal moment of transformation, driven by the convergence of systemic disruption and immersive digital innovation. Moving beyond the reactive, linear models of Industry 4.0, organizations are beginning to adopt the Industrial Metaverse. This shift redefines supply chains as continuous, interconnected ecosystems that blend physical execution with virtual optimization, enabling unprecedented agility and collaboration across geographies. Yet, this evolution also introduces new tensions, from balancing decentralization with control to bridging the gap between simulation and reality. Understanding and navigating these complexities will be critical to unlocking resilient, sustainable, and future-ready supply chain systems. Next-Generation Supply Chain Management in the Industrial Metaverse examines the emergence of the Industrial Metaverse as a paradigm shift in supply chain management. By focusing on the "phygital" continuum, this book translates niche innovations into actionable strategies, demonstrating how metaverse-enabled environments can enhance supply chain resilience through immersive simulation and algorithmic trust. Covering topics such as augmented reality, smart ports, and virtualized settings, this book is an excellent academic resource for graduate and doctoral students, supply chain executives, operations managers, technology developers, digital transformation consultants, and more.