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title: "STRUCTURE"
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description: "For data-driven manufacturers who need to optimize their facilities, Factory BUILD provides a real-time, contextualized data foundation on which they can build scalable data products."
updated: 2026-03-18T14:23:26Z
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canonical: "docs.sightmachine.com/factory-build"
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# STRUCTURE

## **Overview**

STRUCTURE is a data foundation platform that enables manufacturers to extract maximum value from their data. It converts raw data into contextualized information, providing a solid base for building scalable data products and driving data-driven decision-making. It has the following core capabilities:

- **Common Data Foundation:** Establishes a unified data structure for efficient analysis and application development.
- **Digital Twins:** Creates virtual representations of physical assets and processes for comprehensive understanding and optimization.
- **Templating:** Simplifies data modeling and democratizes data access.
- **Real-Time Data Streaming:** Enables rapid analysis and response to changing conditions.

## **How STRUCTURE Works**

STRUCTURE follows a systematic approach to transform raw data into actionable insights.

- **Data Ingestion:** Seamlessly integrates CONNECT to access and ingest data from diverse sources, including databases, CSV files, and Industrial equipment.
- **Data Contextualization:** Enriches data with metadata and context, providing essential information for data understanding and analysis.
- **Data Modeling:** Creates a structured data model that accurately represents the manufacturing processes and entities, serving as a foundation for data exploration and analysis.
- **Data Streaming:** Delivers data in real-time to enable rapid analysis, decision-making, and response to changing conditions.

## **Feature Benefits**

STRUCTURE is a powerful platform that empowers manufacturers to transform raw data into actionable insights. By leveraging its core features, you can create a robust data foundation, build scalable data products, and drive operational excellence.

- **Environment Builder:** Imagine having a virtual replica of your entire factory, where you can experiment with different configurations, visualize dependencies, and identify bottlenecks. Environment Builder brings this vision to life. By creating a digital twin of your factory, you can:
  - **Visualize Complex Processes:** Gain a comprehensive understanding of how assets, lines, and processes interact.
  - **Optimize Layout and Workflow:** Experiment with different configurations to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency.
  - **Identify Dependencies:** Understand the relationships between assets and processes to mitigate risks.
  - **Simulate Changes:** Test the impact of changes without disrupting your physical operations.
- **Pipeline Builder:** is the heart of STRUCTURE, automating the process of transforming raw data into a structured, usable format. It's like having a personal data wizard that handles all the complexities of data preparation. Key benefits of Pipeline Builder include:
  - **Automation:** Streamline data transformation tasks, reducing manual effort and errors.
  - **Flexibility:** Adapt to changing data requirements and sources with ease.
  - **Scalability:** Handle large volumes of data and complex transformations efficiently.
  - **Efficiency:** Optimize data processing performance and minimize latency.
- The **KPI Editor** empowers you to create and customize key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with your specific business objectives. It's like having a personal performance analyst at your fingertips. With the KPI Editor, you can:
  - **Define Custom KPIs:** Create metrics that accurately reflect your manufacturing goals.
  - **Monitor Performance:** Track key indicators in real-time to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  - **Analyze Performance:** Gain insights into your operations and make data-driven decisions.
- The **Runtime Field Editor** is a powerful tool that allows you to create dynamic calculations based on existing data fields. It's like having a built-in calculator for your data. Key benefits of Runtime Fields include:
  - **Flexibility:** Create custom calculations without modifying pipelines.
  - **Efficiency:** Perform calculations in real-time, enabling faster insights.
  - **Enhanced Analysis:** Explore data in new ways and uncover hidden patterns.
- **Field Explorer** is your go-to resource for understanding the data available within your environment. It's like having a personal data librarian. With Field Explorer, you can:
  - **Search for Fields:** Quickly find the fields you need for analysis.
  - **Understand Attributes:** Learn about data types, descriptions, and usage.
  - **Inform Decision Making:** Make informed choices when building KPIs or Runtime Fields.
- The **Content Impact Report** is your early warning system for potential data issues. It helps you identify and address problems before they impact your operations. Key benefits of the Content Impact Report include:
  - **Proactive Issue Detection:** Identify potential errors or inconsistencies caused by workspace changes.
  - **Maintain Data Integrity:** Ensure the accuracy and reliability of your data.
  - **Minimize Downtime:** Prevent issues that could disrupt your operations.

**Summary**

**STRUCTURE** is a comprehensive data foundation platform designed to transform unstructured raw factory data into a standardized, contextualized, and actionable digital infrastructure. It serves as the bridge between raw ingestion and advanced analytics, providing the tools necessary to create **Digital Twins**, automate complex data pipelines, and define custom performance metrics. By establishing a unified data structure, STRUCTURE enables manufacturers to scale their data products across assets and facilities with speed and precision.