Ctrl+Alt+Mfg Ep. 7: Digital twins explained — how virtual plants...

Описание: What if you could test changes to your manufacturing process without risking downtime, scrap or costly mistakes?

In this episode of Ctrl+Alt+Mfg, hosts Gary Cohen and Stephanie Neal are joined by Matt Wise, CEO of E Tech Group, and Cole Switzer, principal full stack developer and head of advanced software, to break down the real-world impact of digital twins in modern manufacturing.

The conversation goes beyond buzzwords to explain what a digital twin actually is, the different types—from simulation and data twins to live visual twins—and how manufacturers are using them today across pharma, life sciences, food & beverage, CPG, energy and data centers.

Matt and Cole explore why a strong digital backbone and unified namespace are critical to success, how digital twins are enabling faster ROI and AI readiness and what it really takes to scale these technologies across multi-site, global operations. They also discuss the path toward remote monitoring, predictive optimization and even the long-debated lights-out factory.

Whether you’re early in your digital transformation journey or looking to take the next step, this episode offers practical insight into how digital twins are reshaping manufacturing—now and into the future.

00:00:00 Introduction to Digital Twins in Manufacturing
00:04:47 E Tech Group's Journey and Client Expectations
00:11:57 Understanding Digital Twins: Definitions and Types
00:17:43 Challenges in Scaling Digital Twins Across Multiple Sites
00:20:09 Measuring ROI with Digital Twins
00:25:26 Creating a Sustainable Digital Twin Model
00:26:55 The Future of Lights Out Facilities
00:28:34 The Role of Backgrounds in Digital Twin Development
00:31:08 Company Culture and Continuous Learning at E Tech Group