Abstract
Blockchain technology (BCT) has attracted a great deal of attention as an effective and efficient method to innovate business processes in various sectors. It can potentially have a revolutionizing effect on organizations and society by increasing traceability, transparency and trust among transacting parties. This paper provides a systematic review of the use of blockchain within information technology (IT) in project management by analyzing the existing body of literature and identifying subject areas for further research. The literature review has been performed using five reputable academic databases (IEEE Xplore, Scopus, Google Scholar, EBSCOhost, and Web of Science) using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. This paper aims to explore the few studies available on the adoption of BCT applications in IT projects and to identify the current trends, challenges and proposed solutions. Research gaps identified include a lack of studies on the adoption of blockchain in IT projects that need to be addressed in future research. Identified solutions were blockchain transparency, traceability, immutability, scalability, security within a decentralized ledger and the use of smart contracts, management of digital records, and cost and time management. The paper contributes to the literature by providing new insights into the potential of adopting BCT to enhance IT projects.