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The research used a weighted significance methodology and Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) analysis to identify the critical success factors (CSFs) influencing transportation at religious events. The research illustrates the strong interrelation of the CSFs, emphasizing the notable enhancement in transparency and efficiency in the approval and management processes using blockchain-based solutions. 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