A WORLD OF KNOWLEDGE. A NEW HORIZON.info@smarthorizon.uk
Digital Innovation and Transformation

Digital Twin Concepts for Business and Operations

A digital twin is a live virtual model of a physical asset, process or system, fed by real data and used to monitor, simulate and optimise performance. This course explains how digital twins work, the data and technology they require, where they create value in manufacturing, utilities, buildings and supply chains, and how to plan a realistic first implementation.

5 days Classroom or live online English
Smart Horizon Certified - Global Leadership Consultants
Take the course details with you.

Download the full standard outline: why attend, methodology, objectives, audience, competencies, the daily outline and current plans.

Download course PDF
Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Digital twins are widely discussed but often misunderstood. You will learn to separate hype from value and to plan an implementation your organisation can sustain.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

Concept sessions, industry case studies, simulation demonstrations and group work on a digital twin business case.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain what a digital twin is and its main types
  • Describe the data, sensors and platforms involved
  • Identify valuable digital twin use cases
  • Assess organisational and data readiness
  • Develop a business case and implementation roadmap
  • Manage risks including cybersecurity and data quality
Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

  • Operations and asset managers
  • Engineering and maintenance leaders
  • Digital transformation professionals
  • Facilities and infrastructure managers
  • IT and data architects
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Systems thinking
  • Use-case evaluation
  • Data architecture awareness
  • Business case development
  • Technology roadmap planning
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Digital Twin Concepts

  1. 09:00–10:08Definitions and maturity levels
  2. 10:08–11:00Asset, process and system twins
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Asset, process and system twins (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Simulation versus monitoring
  6. 12:53–14:00Exercise: twin candidates in your work

Day 2Data and Technology

  1. 09:00–10:08IoT sensors and connectivity
  2. 10:08–11:00Data platforms and integration
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Data platforms and integration (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Modelling and visualisation
  6. 12:53–14:00Demonstration: a live twin

Day 3Use Cases

  1. 09:00–10:08Manufacturing and process plants
  2. 10:08–11:00Utilities and infrastructure
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Utilities and infrastructure (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Buildings and campuses
  6. 12:53–14:00Case studies of measurable results

Day 4Planning an Implementation

  1. 09:00–10:08Readiness assessment
  2. 10:08–11:00Pilot scope and success measures
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Pilot scope and success measures (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Costs and benefits
  6. 12:53–14:00Workshop: business case

Day 5Scaling and Governance

  1. 09:00–10:08Data governance and security
  2. 10:08–11:00Skills and organisation
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Skills and organisation (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Vendor selection
  6. 12:53–14:00Implementation roadmap

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

Find a session that works for you.

Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Rome 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Dubai 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
Confirmed dates
£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Paris 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Rome 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
London 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Barcelona 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,840.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 29 Mar - 2 Apr 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 29 Mar - 2 Apr 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Dubai 3 May - 7 May 2027
Confirmed dates
£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 3 May - 7 May 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 24 May - 28 May 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 24 May - 28 May 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Barcelona 19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,840.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Vienna 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,940.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Dubai 30 Aug - 3 Sept 2027
Confirmed dates
£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 30 Aug - 3 Sept 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
London 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Rome 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Vienna 15 Nov - 19 Nov 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,940.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Nov - 19 Nov 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

Keep exploring

Your next horizon awaits.

All courses
Your next chapter starts here

Enquire about this course.

Send your selected programme and session to our learning team.

Your email app opens a draft. Nothing is sent until you send that email; no booking is created.