Digital Twin – Aligning the physical and functional status of buildings and other physical objects with a corresponding digital model makes it possible to monitor and optimally manage capital reinvestment throughout their life-cycle.

By peter.cholakis@verizon.netDigital Twin

Aligning the physical and functional status of buildings and other physical objects with a corresponding digital model makes it possible to monitor and optimally manage capital reinvestment throughout their life-cycle.

Tools and support services are readily available to develop and maintain “digital twins” of physical assets. Use of these tools enable optimal decision-making through the real-time availability of current, actionable information.

Requisite Components of a Physical Asset Life-cycle Management Solution

  • LEAN Collaborative Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Methodology with a focus upon BEST VALUE OUTCOMES
  • Common Data Environment (CDE) using common standards terms, definitions, and robust data architectures. Example: Locally researched detailed line item unit price book, organized using CSI Masterformat
  • Integrated Multi-party Contracts and Operating Manuals/Operations Guides
  • Enabling Technology that embeds LEAN processes and centrally manages Programs, Projects, Estimates, Work Orders, People, Work Orders, and Documents
  • Quantitative and Qualitative Metrics, including key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Competent Owners that demonstrate LEADERSHIP

Learn more… Simple Guide to LEAN Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery

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