A digital twin is the continuously maintained virtual representation of a running factory that stays synchronized with real operational data. The deliverable is an operable, updatable system.
When it matters
A digital twin is useful when operations and planning need continuous access to a current, data-connected representation of the factory.
Approach
Building on a digital factory model, the connection to operational data and continuous updating are set up.
Results / deliverables
Project-specific results and deliverables are added here.
The definition is given in the glossary entry digital twin. Distinction: the digital factory model is the planning model for a specific project, the digital twin the continuously maintained representation of the running factory.