SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE MAPPING ON BLOCKCHAIN APPLICATION IN THE CONTEXT OF ECONOMICS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

The relationship between knowledge management and innovation has been one of the most explored topics in management studies for many years. In contemporary organizations these two topics became associated with digital technologies. The introduction of computers and related digital technologies has been changing the way knowledge is managed in organizations, but digital innovation itself was imposing new requirements on what knowledge organization must possess to innovate and stay modern. Blockchain have recently emerged as paradigm-breaking technology, thus potentially requiring novel skills and knowledge from the adopting or innovating company. The main purpose of this research is to conduct exploratory literature review in the field of economics, finance and management to in order to map the frequencies of topics related to blockchain application in organizations. Obtained findings provide an overview of what aspects and kinds of the nascent technology is being researched. The findings can help an innovating company better understand the current trends with respect to the development and adoption of the novel technology. This research also establishes a foundation for further analysis of skillsets and organizational knowledge required for blockchain-related innovations in organizations.