Digitally Mirroring an Analog World: How Digital Twin Technology is Transforming Modern Business

Future-Focused with Christopher Lind

In a world where technology constantly pushes boundaries, the idea of creating a digital replica of our physical environment might sound like science fiction. However, it’s definitely not.

This week I'm sitting down with Boaz Goldschmidt, VP of Business Development at Treedis, to explore the transformative world of digital twin technology where the analog world is cloned into the digital space.

From its unexpected origins it's coming to market with a surprising number of practical applications. Add to that, it has a lot of disruptive potential for a multitude of industries and Boaz shares how his journey that started with him running a pizza bar led him to a cutting-edge tech company.

We talk through how digital twins are revolutionizing everything from workforce training and operational efficiency to predictive maintenance and connected worker solutions. We highlight the value this technology brings, not just in simplifying complex processes but in creating more efficient, cost-effective, and safer work environments.

So, whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business leader, or someone curious about the future of technology, this episode will provide valuable insights and inspire you to explore the endless possibilities of digital twins.

Show Notes:

In this episode we explore the transformative potential of digital twin technology. Christopher is joined by Boaz Goldschmidt, VP of Business Development at Treedis, to explore how digital twins are revolutionizing industries from real estate to manufacturing. They discuss the basics of digital twin technology, its numerous applications such as training, maintenance, and IoT data visualization, and the immense cost and efficiency benefits it offers. Key takeaways include the versatility of digital twins, from onboarding and training to advanced use cases like predictive maintenance and operational simulation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the future of digital transformation and its practical implementation.

00:00 - Introduction

01:37 - Meet Boaz: From Pizza to Tech

11:07 - Understanding Digital Twin Technology

18:43 - Capturing Digital Twins: The Process

25:35 - Adoption and Use Cases of Digital Twins

33:08 - The Basics of Digital Transformation

36:49 - Training and Onboarding with Digital Twins

46:44 - Connected Workers and Real-Time Support

53:32 - Visualization of Live Data and Predictive Maintenance

56:57 - Planning and Simulation with Digital Twins

01:03:06 - Conclusion and Future Prospects