Blockchain and Federated Analytics for Ethical and Secure CPG Supply Chains

Abstract

The increasing complexity of global consumer packaged goods (CPG) supply chains has intensified demands for transparency, data integrity, and ethical accountability. This paper explores the synergistic integration of blockchain technology and federated analytics as a dual framework for achieving secure, privacy-preserving, and ethically responsible supply chain management. Blockchain ensures immutable traceability and verifiable product provenance, while federated analytics enables collaborative intelligence generation without compromising sensitive or proprietary data. Through a thematic analysis of contemporary literature from 2017–2023, this study identifies how the combined application enhances data governance, ethical compliance, and operational resilience. Integration mitigates risks of counterfeiting, strengthens informed consent mechanisms, and promotes responsible artificial intelligence within data-driven decision systems. Findings reveal that blockchain–federated frameworks can create auditable, privacy-protective ecosystems fostering consumer trust and environmental accountability. The study concludes with implementation challenges such as interoperability and regulatory compliance and provides strategic recommendations for scalable adoption in the CPG sector.