Research report topic : Blockchain - Impact on the supply chain

The purpose of this assignment is to have you, complete research on a topic that may have an impact on Strategic Planning in Supply Chain. The list of topics provided is a brief listing of potential current topics that your professor feels may impact Supply Chain strategic plans. It is by no means a comprehensive list of topics, and you are free to select another topic that you have an interest in or feel should be considered in any strategic planning process, however you must obtain approval from your prof. NOTE: You cannot duplicate a topic - you must obtain approval of a topic if not on the list by End of Module 6 . Topics are chosen on a first-come-first-serve basis (FIFO). Your report should be based on your research, and follow the report writing guidelines you have been supplied with, the report needs to be professional looking and informative. There is a limit of 5 pages single spaced, plus a cover sheet, plus a maximum of three of pxhihits(qraphs, charts, pictures) one of which needs to be a bibliography page. REMEMBER - Wikipedia is not considered a valid or reputable source of information- any report that cites Wikipedia will be given an automatic deduction of 50% Your report should include: (This is a minimum requirement) - Cover Page and Table of Contents - Executive Summary (be sure to read about what an executive summary contains) - Background on your topic - Background Information is restricted to 100 words or less - Analysis - Argument for or against considering this topic in the context of Strategic Planning in a Supply Chain - What is the Impact on a Supply Chain if you do not consider this topic: - A pro's and con's type analysis - What industries/organizations would benefit most from this topic? Why? - Any legal ramifications in considering or not considering this topic? - Recommendation from your research - Exhibits - Eibliography referenced (be sure you understand what in-text citations are and use them correctly) Be sure to review and understand the college's Academic Integrity Policy on plagiarism. Remember you are trying to convince the reader/audience why or why not this subject/topic should be considered in a supply chain strategic planning. Due Date in Dropbox: Grading Rubric on next page