Enabling an Ecosystem of Digital Twins Update

This document is a positioning paper from buildingSMART International (bSI) that discusses the development of an ecosystem of digital twins within the built environment. It outlines the transformative changes facing the construction sector, particularly in relation to climate change and technological adoption. The paper emphasizes the need for digital twins to coexist and align through open data to enhance decision-making across the asset lifecycle. It introduces the Three Horizon model to structure the industry's journey towards this ecosystem, detailing the current reality, transition phases, and future vision. The document also highlights the challenges faced by the industry, including reliance on traditional methods and the slow adoption of open standards. Furthermore, it presents the Accelerator Program aimed at fostering the adoption of digital twins and connected services. The paper aims to keep the community informed about progress and the role of digital twins in improving sustainability and operational efficiency.