As blockchain technology continues to evolve, it’s not just tech companies embracing its potential. A wide array of industries, from fast food to healthcare, are finding innovative uses for blockchain, enhancing efficiency, security, and transparency in their operations.
6. McDonald’s
McDonald’s has used blockchain technology to track the Halal certification of its products in Muslim-majority countries like Indonesia. Moreover, McDonald’s has already created more than ten NFTs. A McDonald’s store in Lugano, Switzerland, accepts payments in Bitcoin and Tether (USDT). Customers can order food via McDonald’s kiosks and pay with cryptocurrency.
7. Roche
The Diagnostics division of Roche, a multinational healthcare company, has streamlined the process from appointment booking to diagnostics and results, ensuring patients receive the best medical services in the shortest time with blockchain technology.
8. SAP
SAP, a multinational global software company, provides blockchain-based supply chain tracking services. In March 2022, SAP launched the ‘GreenToken’ blockchain service in collaboration with global consumer goods company Unilever. This pilot program allows Unilever to track the entire process from a farm’s location and harvest date to transportation and processing in real-time.
9. Tata Consultancy Services
Tata Consultancy Services, India’s largest software company, has introduced notable projects, including virtual banking services in the metaverse. This virtual bank offers services similar to a real bank, facilitating smooth financial transactions within the metaverse. Another project is an NFT marketplace, allowing users to buy and sell NFTs within the metaverse.
10. Walmart
Walmart utilizes blockchain technology to enhance its supply chain management, significantly reducing disputed invoices from 70% to 1%. This also reduced the manual labor required in handling invoice payments and receipts, streamlining the payment process with transportation providers.
Conclusion
Global companies are leveraging blockchain to enhance transparency and security across various business operations in sectors beyond software companies, such as logistics and healthcare. They have achieved substantial cost savings by significantly cutting down on manual tasks traditionally involved.
