Digital transformation strategies for supply chain management in the medical device industry

Sundaresan, Sandeep Shenoy Karanchery (2025) Digital transformation strategies for supply chain management in the medical device industry. World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences, 16 (2). 044-053. ISSN 2582-8266

The rapid evolution of digital technologies has redefined supply chain management (SCM) across various industries, with the medical device sector being particularly impacted due to its reliance on regulatory compliance, real-time traceability, and resilience to global disruptions. This review explores the current landscape of digital transformation strategies in medical device supply chains, analyzing the implementation of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, and digital twins. Drawing upon recent empirical studies and industrial case examples, the paper illustrates how these technologies improve operational efficiency, increase regulatory compliance, enhance resilience, and foster sustainability. A proposed theoretical model is introduced to integrate these technologies into a coherent digital ecosystem. Furthermore, the paper highlights experimental results from real-world applications and identifies key performance improvements. Finally, the review outlines future research directions and concludes with implications for practitioners and researchers in medical technology and digital operations.