The process of manufacturing is evolving significantly due to the fact that the entire world is
more concerned with sustainability. The customers, regulators, and investors would like to know
all about a product in its entirety. Digital Product Passports (DPPs) can assist in that, and ARVO
is on the frontline to utilize this new technology to aid sustainable production.
What are Digital Product Passports?
Each real product has a digital twin in the form of a Digital Product Passport. It holds all the
valuable data concerning the product journey. The passport is digital and secure, product tied,
and provides information regarding its:
Origin – The source of the raw materials, the producer of the raw materials and their ethical
origin.
Manufacturing Process – Information on the factory, the amount of energy and water it
consumes, and the waste it generates.
Materials Composition – The entire list of all items and materials in the product, whether or not
they are recyclable, and whether or not they contain any hazardous materials.
Supply Chain – An explicit description of all the processes between the customer and the
supplier.
Repairs and Maintenance – A list of all repairs or services, which will allow the product to last
longer.
End-of-life Instructions – Guidance on the safe recycling, reusing, or disposal of the product.
The Mandate for Change: European Regulations
The European Union is at the forefront of making DPPs compulsory, particularly through its
suggested Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This regulation desires
products to be greener, more durable, and recyclable. One of the tools to achieve these
objectives is DPPs. Although it began with textiles, electronics, and batteries, the rule will shortly
be extended to a great variety of industries, so manufacturers within or serving the EU require
DPPs.
ARVO’s Approach to Digital Product Passports
ARVO understands the difficulty of the task for manufacturers to comply with new regulations
and go green. Their DPP solution does not simply comply with the rules; it provides businesses
with powerful means to transform the way they operate.
Greater Transparency and Traceability.
The DPPs of ARVO provide a clear picture of the entire supply chain. Businesses are able to
trace the origin of each component, verify that it is ethical, and that it is environmentally friendly.
This transparency assists in the identification and remedy of issues, such as forced labor or
resource misuse.
Optimized Resource Management
Having specific data on materials and production, ARVO DPPs assist companies in using
resources more efficiently. This includes:
● Reducing waste – Understanding the flow of materials can enable companies to reduce
scrap and by-products.
● Making the process more energy efficient – Production data will indicate areas of saving
energy.
● Improving water stewardship – Monitoring water consumption throughout the supply
chain would promote responsible consumption
Facilitating Circular Economy Principles
The circular economy ensures that products and materials remain in use as long as they can,
reducing waste and the use of new materials. ARVO’s DPPs support this by:
● Enhancing product life cycle – The knowledge about repairs and maintenance will make
people extend the life of the products.
● Enabling efficient recycling – Detailed material information can be used to sort and
recycle the products in recycling centers to increase the recycling rate and decrease the
waste in landfills.
● Supporting product-as-a-service models – DPPs can monitor the usage and the state of
a product, which makes leasing products easier than selling them.
Developing Consumer Trust and Brand Reputation.
The current customers are concerned with sustainability. DPPs of ARVO allow manufacturers to
publicly share their green initiatives, which creates trust and enhances brand image. By
scanning a QR code, consumers can view the environmental footprint of a product, its sourcing
process, and instructions on how to dispose of it.
Driving Regulatory Compliance and Future-Proofing
It is difficult to keep up with evolving sustainability regulations. The DPP solution offered by
ARVO assists companies in complying with and even surpassing the EU rules today. Early
adoption of DPPs protects businesses against future fines and gives them entry to markets.
The Future is Sustainable with ARVO
Digital Product Passports are not only a requirement but also a clever decision by businesses
that want to emerge successful in a green world. The all-in-one DPP tool provided by ARVO
would enable firms with the information and insight to be open, manage resources efficiently,
and contribute to the development of a circular economy. ARVO assists manufacturers in the
production of responsibly and sustainably.
FAQ
- What is the main driver behind the need for Digital Product Passports (DPPs)?
The primary cause of DPPs is the increasing global demand for sustainability and supply-chain
transparency, particularly by the proposed Ecodesign of Sustainable Products Regulation
(ESPR) by the EU. The rule desires products to be durable, reusable, and recyclable, and DPPs
are the most important method of capturing and disseminating the required sustainability
information during the lifecycle of a product.
- How does ARVO’s DPP specifically help manufacturers achieve the “Circular
Economy” goals?
The DPP of ARVO gives comprehensive and safe data on the material structure of a product, its
repair records, and end-of-life guidelines. This data:
- Prolongs the life of the products by ensuring that repair and maintenance data are
readily available. - Enhances recycling because it informs the recycling facilities of the exact materials that
are available. - Enables reuse and remanufacturing through monitoring the history and condition of a
product, which assists in new business models.
3. Is the Digital Product Passport mandatory for all manufacturers right now?
Although the mandate is not universal yet, the European Union is gradually introducing the
mandate of DPPs, with major sectors such as batteries, textiles, and electronics being the first
to be mandated. When a manufacturer sells products in the EU or provides components to
companies that do, the DPP is becoming a necessity to prepare in order to comply and enter
the market in the future. ARVO assists manufacturers in being ahead of these regulations.
4. What kind of data is contained within an ARVO Digital Product Passport?
A comprehensive set of data points across the lifecycle of the product is stored in an ARVO
DPP, which includes:
● Origin and Sourcing: Data on suppliers of raw materials and ethical certifications.
● Environmental Footprint: Information on energy, water, and waste produced in the
course of manufacturing.
● Material Composition: An accurate list of materials, chemicals, and hazardous
materials.
● Sustainability Metrics: A history of the recyclability and the durability of the product.
● User Data: Repair, maintenance, and safe disposal instructions.