The Asset Administration Shell (AAS) is the digital twin framework for Industry 4.0. It aligns isolated data streams around a core asset identity, creating a 'source of truth' that ensures interoperability and supports regulatory requirements for product traceability.
AAS enables seamless communication between machines from different manufacturers using a common language. Its modular design, with submodels for technical data and carbon footprints, supports comprehensive lifecycle management.
Importantly, AAS underpins the Digital Product Passport (DPP), enabling automated, secure data exchange for supply chain transparency and compliance. By unifying siloed data around a single asset, AAS delivers the agility and sustainability needed in modern manufacturing.