When we think about the Digital Product Passport (DPP), it is natural that our first association is technology – QR codes, software platforms, and digital records. However, experience working with leading manufacturing companies shows that technology, although essential, represents only the final step in a much more complex digital transformation process.
For managers and decision-makers, the real challenge of DPP implementation is not choosing the software, but orchestrating the data that the software relies on.
For the Digital Product Passport to fulfill its purpose – ensuring regulatory compliance and transparency to the market – it must be built on accurate, standardized, and accessible data. This is why successful implementation requires a strategic, end-to-end approach.
By 2027, data on the composition, origin, and life cycle of products will become just as important as the physical product itself. In this context, preparing an organization for DPP is not merely an administrative exercise but an opportunity to optimize internal processes.
Many companies possess vast amounts of data, but it is often fragmented – dispersed across ERP systems, Excel sheets in procurement, technical documentation in production, and marketing materials. Connecting these points into a coherent whole is the key to success.
This is where the holistic approach we apply at NOS comes into play, ensuring that technology serves the business — and not the other way around.
Before the first digital record is generated, the organization must go through a phase of analysis and standardization. This process can be divided into four key steps:
1. Mapping material flows
The first step is achieving full visibility. It is necessary to precisely identify the sources of all materials and components and their destinations. Clearly defined material flows ensure that only verified information enters the passport, building trust among partners and customers.
2. Data standardization
Different departments often use different formats and terminology. For the system to function, data must be “translated” into a common language aligned with European regulations (such as Ecodesign and ESPR requirements). Standardization ensures that your data is readable, comparable, and ready for automated exchange.
3. GAP analysis (Deviation analysis)
This is a diagnostic tool that shows where we stand relative to the goal. By identifying exact gaps in existing systems (whether in ERP, production, or procurement), we can act precisely. Instead of guessing, we obtain a clear activity plan required to achieve full compliance.
4. Education and data culture
The most sophisticated systems rely on the people who operate them. Creating an internal culture that understands the importance of data integrity ensures the long-term sustainability of the project. When teams understand the “why,” the data collection process becomes more accurate and efficient.
Only when these prerequisites are fulfilled does the introduction of software become a quick and simple upgrade.
Our solution is designed to build upon these refined processes. It enables scalable generation and management of passports, transforming complex background data into a simple and clear experience for the end user or regulator.
When you approach DPP in this way – solving processes first and introducing tools second – the result is not just meeting legal requirements. The result is a digitally mature business ready to respond to market demands, today and in the future.
The Digital Product Passport is a journey that requires an experienced guide. Our team at NOS is ready to lead you through every step – from initial analysis to complete technological implementation.
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