Digital twins are of great importance to the European market as the region has a strong focus on industrial innovation, sustainability and compliance with strict regulations. The EU’s focus on Industry 4.0 and the drive for digital transformation in manufacturing and other industrial sectors make digital twins a critical component for improving operational efficiency and productivity. The use of digital twins in the EU must be compliant with various regulations and standards related to data security, data protection (e.g. GDPR) and industry-specific compliance requirements. To avoid legal issues and maintain consumer trust, it is important to ensure that digital twins are compliant with these regulations.

In this presentation you will learn

• How does SEW-EURODRIVE ensure compliance with EU regulations such as GDPR in its digital twin solutions?
• How do digital twins improve SEW-EURODRIVE’s competitiveness and operational efficiency in the EU market?
• What challenges does SEW-EURODRIVE face when integrating digital twins into the IIoT and how does the company deal with these challenges?

• How can we navigate the challenges posed by naturally proprietary vendors who resist openness and interoperability?
• What strategies can be employed to encourage collaboration and openness within the industry?
• What are the main obstacles to achieving interoperability, and how can we address them effectively?     
• In establishing a certification program to identify products conducive to interoperability, what criteria should be prioritized?