Characteristics of the traditional management system of integrated services of intelligent supply chains: China’s experience

The article examines the concept of intelligent supply chains in the context of the rapid development of information technologies. It describes the main characteristics of intelligent supply chains, including technology penetration, visualization and mobility functions, as well as environmental sustainability. Key elements of the integrated service management system for intelligent supply chains are discussed, including the intelligent supply chain platform, Internet of Things (IoT) technology, big data, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and the intelligent supply chain transportation network. The analytical part of the article presents data on the revenue growth from digital supply chain services in China’s logistics sector from 2018 to 2023. It is scientifically substantiated that the number of enterprises providing professional supply chain services in China is rapidly increasing, and their types are constantly expanding. Third-party logistics providers not only offer basic services but also leverage their accumulated experience to realize technical advantages.