Digital Twins technology is redefining the approach to process management in industry. They are precise digital representations of real objects, processes or systems. With dynamic data, twins allow you to monitor, simulate and optimize operations almost in real time.
According to Hexagon’s The Digital Twin Industry Report, as many as 96% of industry leaders recognise digital twins as a key element of digital transformation. Organisations that use them achieve higher levels of efficiency, better product quality and greater predictability of operations. These advanced models are already being used in eleven different industry sectors, from manufacturing to energy to urban design.
For companies such as PROram, digital twins are a natural extension of existing services in the areas of engineering and metrology. The technology enables even more accurate data analysis and precise management of industrial processes. It is not the future, but already the present in modern production management.
The value and benefits of Digital Twins
According to the Hexagon report, the biggest benefits are improved operational efficiency, reduced risk and higher product and service quality. 49% of respondents cited improved efficiency as the main benefit of implementing this technology.
Proactive problem-solving is another major benefit, already recognised by 47% of companies using twins. These organisations can anticipate potential failures, optimise processes and reduce losses before they become a problem. This all translates into significant time and cost savings.
Importantly, technology is no longer reserved exclusively for large enterprises. The report shows that 65% of small and medium-sized companies using twins reported significant efficiency gains. Despite this, there are still barriers, such as fears of high costs or the complexity of the technology. Hexagon points out, however, that these myths are increasingly being dispelled by the success stories of organisations that have chosen to implement.
Digital Twin Value-Maturity Matrix
Hexagon’s report presents a technology maturity matrix that shows how different industries are using digital twins. The matrix reveals that companies with higher levels of digital twin integration achieve more benefits. These companies are better able to manage risk, react faster to change and optimise processes more effectively. On average, organisations with fully integrated digital twins report three more benefits than those with limited use.
The future with Digital Twins
Hexagon’s report shows that organisations that monitor ROI achieve significant results. As many as 92% indicate an ROI of more than 10%. For many companies, investing in digital twins also means a reduction in CO₂ emissions, with eight out of ten respondents highlighting the positive environmental impact of the technology.
An interesting trend is the growing interest in digital twins combined with artificial intelligence. 80% of leaders acknowledge that AI increases their willingness to implement twins. Machine learning algorithms can better analyse data, forecast trends and make changes in real time. These are new opportunities for PROram’s customers, especially in the areas of predictive data analysis and production optimisation.
The future of digital twins also means greater accessibility for small and medium-sized companies. The decreasing cost of the technology and the simplification of its implementation means that even smaller organisations can benefit from advanced tools. PROram, as a technology partner, is helping its customers realise the full potential of digital twins, giving them a competitive edge in a rapidly changing industrial environment.
PROram already uses advanced measurement tools, which provide a natural bridge to the implementation of digital twins. The company’s customers can thus avoid costly mistakes and increase their advantage in the market.
Why PROram and Hexagon?
PROram is a company that builds its advantage by providing cutting-edge technological solutions. The digital twins fit perfectly into this strategy. Partnering with industry leaders such as Hexagon gives PROram access to the latest technologies and best practices in digital transformation.
Hexagon is an established supplier of metrology systems and digital twin technologies. With a broad product portfolio, including solutions based on artificial intelligence, the company offers customers a comprehensive approach to data management and process optimisation. These competencies perfectly complement PROram’s business, which focuses on precision measurement, reverse engineering and industrial support.
If your company needs support with precision laser measurements, non-invasive NDT quality control and 3D CAD engineering, we invite you to contact the PROram team.
Source of title image and full report: https://hexagon.com/resources/insights/digital-twin/report
