The thesis, titled “Smart Contracts in B2B Trade: A Strategic Framework for Readiness, Maturity and Adoption,” proposes a strategic model to help companies assess their readiness and maturity for adopting blockchain-based smart contracts in international B2B trade. The study identifies key legal, technical, and organizational barriers and introduces the SCALE Framework — a practical tool designed to guide the implementation of this emerging technology in global commerce.
The research is being supervised by Prof. Dr. António Grilo and Prof. Dr. Aneesh Zutshi from NOVA FCT, whose expertise in industrial engineering and digital transformation provides valuable guidance in developing a rigorous and impactful analysis.
This presentation marks an important step in the academic journey of the student, offering an opportunity to discuss innovative frameworks and gather valuable feedback from peers and specialists in digital trade, blockchain adoption, and strategic process transformation in B2B environments.