A Product Lifecycle Model for the Digitally Enabled Circular Economy

DS 130: Proceedings of NordDesign 2024, Reykjavik, Iceland, 12th - 14th August 2024

Year: 2024
Editor: Malmqvist, J.; Candi, M.; Saemundsson, R. J.; Bystrom, F. and Isaksson, O.
Author: Scholtysik, Michel; Rasor, Anja; Koldewey, Christian; Dumitrescu, Roman
Series: NordDESIGN
Institution: Paderborn University, Heinz Nixdorf Institute; Fraunhofer Institute of Mechatronic Systems Design
Page(s): 284-293
DOI number: 10.35199/NORDDESIGN2024.31
ISBN: 978-1-912254-21-7

Abstract

The circular economy (CE) is a promising model for sustainability, and digitalization is crucial for transitioning to this model, serving as an enabler for enhancing circular principles. Despite the impact of the CE on the lifecycle of products, a comprehensive understanding of the effects is lacking. This paper addresses this gap by developing a circular product life cycle model that especially focuses on digital technologies. Utilizing a systematic literature review and thematic content analysis, the model provides a comprehensive framework for the investigation of key processes in the CE.

Keywords: Circular Economy, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Sustainability

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