A Study on Smart Supply Chains: Integrating IOT and AI for Real – Time Operational Excellence

In today’s fast-changing digital world, supply chains have transformed from simple, step-by-step systems into smart, connected networks that rely on real-time data and advanced technology. With growing global competition, businesses are using tools like the Internet of Things (IOT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make faster and smarter decisions, predict customer needs, and run operations more smoothly. These technologies help companies track goods in real time, plan demand more accurately, automate delivery systems, and even fix equipment before it breaks down. By using IOT and AI together, organizations can reduce waste, improve efficiency, and keep customers happier. This paper looks at how these modern technologies are reshaping supply chains, the benefits they bring, the difficulties they pose, and how they are changing the way businesses operate. Through a detailed review of existing studies and a structured analysis, the research explores the true potential of smart supply chains and how they can lead to better performance across industries.