Digital Product Passports (DPPs) have become a key topic in the context of the upcoming EU regulations and the transition to a data-driven circular economy. But what will the actual DPP solution market look like? And what requirements will providers of such solutions need to meet?
These questions were addressed during the latest CIRPASS-2 Community of Practice (CoP) meeting, held on 3 July 2025 and organised by DIGITALEUROPE and CEA. The main topic was the obligations and expectations for DPPSPs (Digital Product Passport Solution Providers) – those who develop, offer, or integrate DPP systems.
The European Commission, in collaboration with industry and technology partners, is working to establish a shared framework for DPPSPs. The goal is to ensure:
Interoperability of data between different solutions and sectors
Semantic alignment of information (defined data, structure, meaning)
Security and reliability in data exchange
Accessibility for end-users (e.g. clear display of information after scanning a QR code)
The focus is on creating an ecosystem in which all DPP systems can “communicate” with each other—regardless of technical differences between providers. This approach prevents the development of closed systems and supports broader adoption of standards.
During the meeting, the first drafts of technical criteria were presented, which are expected to serve as future guidelines (or requirements) for DPP solution providers. Key elements include:
Use of standardised formats and ontologies (e.g. RDF, JSON-LD)
Support for interoperability with central EU systems
Transparent data display for end-users (e.g. mobile view of the DPP)
Compliance with EU regulations, such as the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)
Auditability and system validation capabilities
At NOS, we closely follow the development of the EU framework and align our Digital Product Passport application with the requirements of CIRPASS-2 and the CEN-CENELEC JTC 24 working group. Our solution is already implemented in real business environments and provides:
Rapid integration into existing ERP/PIM systems
Full traceability and transparency of product data throughout the life cycle
User-friendly display of key information via scanned QR code
Compliance with the upcoming technical criteria will not be optional – it will be a prerequisite for anyone aiming to take part in the digital and sustainable transformation of the market. That’s why it’s crucial to start planning for the development, adaptation, and implementation of DPP systems now.
If you’re a manufacturer, exporter, distributor, or development partner – now is the right time to get prepared.
Want to find out if you’re DPP-ready?
Contact us at info@nos.hr to schedule a consultation or a product demo.
