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Blockchain in Procurement

Use of blockchain technology in public procurement to increase transparency, tamper-proofing, and traceability.

What is Blockchain in Procurement?

Blockchain in procurement refers to the use of distributed ledger technology in public procurement to increase transparency, tamper-proofing, and traceability.

Potential Applications

ApplicationDescriptionBenefit
Bid submissionEncrypted, timestampedTamper-proof
Supply chainOrigin traceabilitySustainability proof
Smart contractsAutomatic executionFaster payment
Qualification evidenceDecentralized verificationSimplified review

Challenges

Technical maturity, energy consumption, data protection tensions, and lacking specific legal frameworks.

How Patterno Helps

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