The European Union will gradually introduce the Digital Product Passport (DPP) as a mandatory requirement from 2027 onwards. This marks the beginning of a new era of transparency and sustainability. The DPP will apply to almost all physical goods manufactured or imported into the EU. The aim is to enable complete traceability throughout the entire product life cycle, thereby consistently promoting the circular economy. Arvato Systems supports companies in getting started with the digital product passport.
In the future, all relevant information, such as material composition, chemicals contained, and repair and recycling options, can be accessed at any time via a data carrier permanently attached to the product, such as a QR code. This not only creates transparency, but also opens completely new opportunities for companies – including the more efficient use of resources to reduce costs, or the improvement of product quality through digital maintenance information. Also, circular economy promotes environmental protection, and materials remain in the economic cycle longer, reducing dependence on raw materials
Early preparation is advisable
“The introduction of the DPP presents companies with technical and organizational hurdles. It is therefore advisable to prepare product information at an early stage so that the advantages of the digital product passport can already be used for your own purposes. This will ensure that companies are well prepared when the DPP requirement comes into force,” emphasizes Kimberly Karambis, who is responsible for the digital product passport at Arvato Systems.
Arvato Systems supports companies in implementing the digital product passport, addressing key technical and organizational requirements. Early preparation enables companies to ensure compliance while laying the foundation for sustainable competitiveness.
