“AS THESE TECHNOLOGIES CONTINUE TO EVOLVE AND MATURE , THEIR ROLE IN ADVANCING SUSTAINABILITY GOALS WILL GROW ”
DANIEL PHILLIPS CEO , INDUSTRY IoT
“ This is why we are part of the Alliance for OpenUSD along with companies like NVIDIA and Apple . OpenUSD is an open standard language for 3D modelling which makes sure all digital twin tech is speaking the same language .
“ However , despite these challenges , integrating digital twins into sustainability initiatives presents a promising pathway for addressing challenges facing businesses and communities .”
Daniel agrees : “ Like all technologies , digital twins offer numerous benefits , but they also come with certain challenges , some of which include complexity and scalability . Building and maintaining digital twins for large-scale systems or complex processes can be intricate and resource-intensive .
“ Security and privacy also present a big challenge – digital twins involve the collection , storage , and analysis of sensitive data . Protecting this data from cybersecurity threats and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations is critical .
“ Cost and ROI is also a factor . Implementing and maintaining digital twin initiatives can be costly , including investment in the technology , infrastructure and expertise . Demonstrating the return on investment and quantifying the tangible benefits of digital twins for sustainability goals can be challenging .”
What is the future of digital twin technology in sustainability ? Whilst the current benefits of digital twin technology in sustainability are allowing increased efficiency , safety and decision-
106 July 2024