Digital Twin

Digital Twin (DT) technology allows organisations to create virtual versions of their physical assets, systems, or processes. It combines real-time data from sensors, connected devices, and operations alongside historical data to build a digital model that closely reflects how things work in the real world.

Through advanced analytics, simulation, and visualisation tools, Digital Twin technology helps organisations understand what’s happening on the ground, spot problems early, and test ideas safely before making changes in the real world. By turning data into practical insights, it supports smarter, data-driven decisions that improve performance and reduce risks.

At its core, a Digital Twin combines technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analytics, and 3D visualisation. Together, these elements create a continuous feedback loop between the digital and physical systems — enabling predictive insights, performance optimisation, and rapid prototyping.

Why Digital Twin Matters for your Business?

Digital Twin technology unlocks new levels of efficiency, innovation, and operational resilience. Whether applied to manufacturing, building management, logistics, or urban infrastructure, Digital Twins transform how businesses plan, operate, and grow.

1. Boost Efficiency: Identify and resolve issues before they impact your operations
2. Reduce Costs: Minimise downtime and maintenance expenses with data-driven predictive insights
3. Make Confident Decision: Simulate changes virtually to optimise product specifications and operation outcomes

IMDA works closely with the Digital Twin ecosystem to help enterprises plan and implement projects that deliver tangible results. This includes:

1. Working closely with enterprises to understand their challenges and identify how Digital Twin solutions can address their specific needs.
2. Collaborating with solution partners to design Digital Twin solution packages for easier adoption. For more information, visit the CTO-as-a-Service website.
3. Bringing together industry networks and experts to organise tech discovery workshops and provide resources to raise enterprises' understanding of Digital Twin technology.

Business entities that meet the following requirements are eligible to participate:

• ACRA-registered, taxable, and operating in Singapore;
• Minimum of 30 percent local shareholding;
• Non-ICT companies with in-house tech capabilities and are keen to develop and deploy DT solutions

Eligible enterprises may receive funding support for the project implementation of their DT use cases.

Stay tuned for our upcoming Digital Twin Playbook — a practical guide to help enterprises plan and deploy Digital Twin solutions effectively.