PepsiCo has announced a multi-year collaboration with Siemens and NVIDIA to redesign its manufacturing and warehouse facilities using digital twins. Siemens’ Digital Twin Composer and NVIDIA’s photorealistic three-dimensional technology are being used to create detailed virtual replicas of machines, conveyor belts, pallets and worker movements. Through simulation, teams can test factory layouts and logistics changes before making physical modifications.
The approach aims to identify potential problems early and reduce investment costs. PepsiCo reports that one of its oldest Gatorade warehouses in the United States became more efficient without moving any machines, while other facilities saw throughput gains. The shift is driven partly by demand for personalized products, which requires flexible supply chains while maintaining quality, safety and compliance. The company plans to expand the technology to Latin America and Europe.
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