# The Meta-Metaverse: Ideation and Future Directions
## 4 Possible Connections and Implementation
### Supply Chain and the Meta-Metaverse  
The Metaverse has a supply chain system that involves various processes and organizations responsible for producing, handling, and distributing goods and services in AR/VR environments [80; 81; 82]. To illustrate how the supply chain operates in the Metaverse, here are ten examples. Firstly, companies can create and sell virtual objects and experiences for use in the Metaverse, including clothing, furniture, and virtual spaces [83]. Secondly, virtual real estate can be bought, sold, and rented in the Metaverse, and companies can specialize in developing and managing virtual real estate [84; 80]. Thirdly, companies can offer virtual event spaces for rent or sell tickets to virtual events like conferences or concerts. Fourthly, the Metaverse can offer virtual tours of real-world locations, and companies can create and sell these virtual experiences [85; 82].  
Moreover, the Metaverse can be used for virtual education, healthcare, retail, entertainment, workspaces, and transportation. Companies can create and sell virtual educational experiences or materials, develop virtual healthcare solutions or offer virtual healthcare services, create virtual stores, offer virtual entertainment experiences, rent virtual workspaces, and sell virtual office software and tools or develop virtual transportation infrastructure [86; 87; 88]. In terms of supply chain management, the Meta-Metaverse supply chain can be a network of interconnected virtual organizations and processes that is self-similar across different scales or levels. An example of a fractal supply chain is a network of suppliers and manufacturers that produce and distribute goods to retailers and customers, where similar processes and relationships are at play at each level of the network [87].  
The Meta-Metaverse supply chains are distinct from linear supply chains, which are more hierarchical and have a clear chain of command from top to bottom. Metaverse supply chains are decentralized and flexible, emphasizing collaboration and partnerships, making them more resilient and adaptable to changes in demand and market conditions. This approach can be applied to the food supply chain in various ways, as demonstrated below. First, modular and scalable production techniques can be employed for food processing to adapt to changes in demand. Second, multiple distribution channels, including direct-to-consumer, wholesale, and retail, can be utilized to ensure a flexible and resilient distribution network. Third, food waste reduction efforts can be improved by identifying and addressing waste at every level of the supply chain. Fourth, modular, reusable, or biodegradable packaging materials can be integrated into the supply chain for packaging design. Fifth, multiple layers of safety measures can be implemented throughout the supply chain to ensure food safety. Sixth, digital traceability systems can be used to track food products from farm to fork, enabling transparency and accountability. Seventh, partnerships and networks can be fostered to encourage collaboration within the food supply chain. Eighth, customer engagement can be enhanced by using multiple channels to connect with customers and understand their needs and preferences. Finally, innovation can be encouraged in the food supply chain by fostering experimentation, learning from failure, and iterative improvement at all levels of the supply chain.