--- title: Digitalization versus Digital Transformation description: Digitalization refers to introducing digital tools to replace inefficient analog or manual processes. It can bring significant performance improvements. Digital transformation goes further. It involves using the power of IT not just to improve the efficiency of existing processes but to fundamentally change how work is done. --- - [Home](https://www.lattice3d.com/) - [Company](https://www.lattice3d.com/company/about-us) - [News](https://www.lattice3d.com/company/news) - Digitalization versus Digital Transformation # 3D as a Platform for Digital Transformation If a picture is worth a thousand words, then how many pictures is a 3D model worth? The answer is plenty if the 3D is accurate, lightweight, and easy to use. By adopting lightweight 3D as the backbone of their data pipeline, manufacturing companies worldwide are transforming their businesses. To understand, it is necessary to understand the difference between digitalization and digital transformation. ## Digitalization vs. Digital Transformation Digitalization refers to introducing digital tools to replace inefficient analog or manual processes. It can bring significant performance improvements. Digital transformation goes further. It involves using the power of IT not just to improve the efficiency of existing processes but to fundamentally change how work is done. ![Digitalization vs. Digital Transformation](https://www.lattice3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lattice_Technology_February2026/Images/image-png-Apr-06-2023-08-58-08-5256-PM.webp?width=847&height=498&name=image-png-Apr-06-2023-08-58-08-5256-PM.webp) ## Accelerating Digital Transformation XVL provides a solid foundation for digital transformation. **Read the complete [blog post](https://blog.lattice3d.com/blog/digital-transformation-vs-digitalization).** ## Learn More Visit this webpage to learn more about Lattice Technology's solutions for Digital Transformation for the manufacturing company. [Digital Transformation](https://www.lattice3d.com/company/digital-transformation) ## Want More Information? If you would like to start a conversation about how XVL can benefit your company, please click the button below. 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