Leveraging the Potentials of Data Sharing
Seamlessly sharing data across organizational boundaries is one of the most pressing challenges facing businesses today . For digital twins to deliver actionable insights and meaningful value , they rely on data that is often outside of an organization ' s domain and control . Effective data sharing is the key to unlocking near real-time insights , improving decision-making , and increasing operational efficiency . However , achieving this level of collaboration often requires organizations to overcome complex technical and organizational barriers . Addressing these barriers is critical to driving innovation and maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly evolving landscape .
Digital twins , virtual replicas of physical systems , increasingly rely on robust data-sharing mechanisms to fulfill their promise of enhancing operations , providing predictive insights , and fostering collaboration across industries . By integrating data from diverse stakeholders , digital twins can offer a comprehensive understanding of complex systems . However , in practice , many organizations face challenges in meeting the requirements for integrating data sources from various stakeholders . Without reliable frameworks for data sharing , the potential of digital twins remains underutilized .
This article provides insights from a transportation testbed initiated by Düsseldorf Airport and the Ferdinand Steinbeis Institute ( FSTI ). This project serves as a real-world example of how organizations can overcome the challenges of data sharing and unlock the potential of digital twins to enhance public transportation services . The testbed demonstrates how data sharing and digital twin technologies can come together to establish a solid foundation for digital service creation in heterogeneous ecosystems .
1 INTRODUCTION
Consider the following scenario : You arrive at your business meeting just minutes after stepping off the plane . The autonomous rail system , seamlessly connected to the airport , has transported you efficiently and without delay . There are no lines , no traffic jams - just a coordinated , frictionless travel experience . Achieving this vision , however , requires overcoming a critical challenge : the airport , as the central organization in this ecosystem , lacks access to the comprehensive data and insights needed to optimize service delivery .
This vision of seamless , connected mobility is exactly what Düsseldorf Airport in Germany is working to achieve . In partnership with the Ferdinand Steinbeis Institute , the airport launched a pilot project to improve digital collaboration between transportation providers . At the heart of this effort is the exploration of how sovereign data sharing can empower digital twins to drive cooperative service creation .
Düsseldorf Airport is committed to providing a seamless and hassle-free experience for all passengers , from the moment they arrive to the moment they depart . This includes facilitating the flexible transfer between local and long-distance transportation services and different carriers . The airport serves as a transportation hub , connecting a comprehensive transportation network that includes national and international air connections , light rail and bus services , local
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