Who should take this masterclass?
This programme is for professionals who want to lead on DPPs, not just keep up. No prior knowledge required. We build from foundations to advanced application.
* Consultants who want to advise clients with authority, not guesswork
* Brand managers responsible for compliance, sustainability, or ESG
* Operations and sourcing leads managing supplier data and traceability
* Professionals building expertise in an emerging, high-demand field
What You'll Gain
→ Built on EU regulation, not opinions
This course is grounded in the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the official EU Digital Product Passport framework, and focuses on translating regulation into concrete data, governance, and implementation decisions.
→ Regulatory Mastery
Navigate EU regulations (ESPR, EPR, Green Claims) with confidence, and explain them clearly to others.
→ A Robust Data Strategy
Build a data strategy from scratch: what to collect, how to govern it, how to ensure quality.
→ A Technical Strategy
Make informed technology decisions and guide IT teams and vendors through implementation.
→ An Implementation Plan
Lead a DPP project from concept to completion, with a phased roadmap you can adapt to any organisation.
→ A Strategic Advantage
Turn compliance into competitive advantage: customer trust, circular business models, brand differentiation.
→ Ongoing Confidence
12 months of regulatory updates, delivered by email and added to the course when relevant.
You’ll leave with regulation-ready outputs you can reuse
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A DPP Implementation Roadmap (key steps, sequencing, internal ownership)
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A Pilot Scope Framework (what to include / exclude to start fast)
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A Data Governance Guide + Evidence Rulebook (owners, evidence logic, update rules)
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A Testing & Validation Framework (criteria, go / no-go, validation steps)
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A Risk Register (delivery, compliance, credibility risks)
Format: Short lessons + quizzes + practical tools you can adapt.
A word from our first certified GO TRACE DPP Specialist and now training Ambassador for Brazil
"Such a rigorous and thoughtful programme. A solid foundation for anyone working at the intersection of sustainability, circularity, and product strategy. It was an intense but extremely valuable process. I really appreciate the rigor and the way the course is structured. It gave me exactly the structure and clarity I was looking for!"
— Elisa Palandi, Circular Supply Chain & Sustainability Strategist (EU & BR)
Your instructor
Catherine Lomonaco Membré — founder of GO TRACE, TEDx speaker, ISO 9001/14001 lead auditor.
With 10+ years in fashion, sustainability, and ESG reporting, Catherine helps professionals master traceability and compliance. She also participates as an Observer in UN/CEFACT’s Digital Product Passport and circularity workstreams, giving her direct insight into evolving EU and global standards — knowledge she now brings straight to this masterclass.
Ten interactive modules at a glance
1. Introduction to DPPs
2. Regulatory Context
3. Strategic Purpose and Data Content
4. Benefits and Implementation
5. Stakeholders and Access
6. Technical Backbone and Interoperability
7. Data Governance and Infrastructure
8. DPPs in Large Organisations and SMEs
9. Global Standards and Strategic Implications
10. Conclusion & Certificate
Detailed Curriculum
- Introduction to DPP: Learning Objectives (0:46)
- Learning Objectives
- The DPP in Simple Terms: A Product’s Digital Memory
- Defining the DPP: Official Sources and Technical Foundations (6:05)
- Why Digital Product Passports?
- Challenges in the Textile Industry (4:12)
- Complexity in Traceability (4:31)
- Changing Consumer Behaviors
- Need for Transparency in the Textile and Fashion Sector (2:24)
- Conclusion (1:08)
- Module A Certification Quiz - Complete this quiz to test your knowledge.
- Regulatory Context of DPPs: Learning Objectives (1:08)
- Learning Objectives
- Strategic Visions & Legal Anchors (4:43)
- From Strategy to Legislation: DPP-Relevant Instruments
- The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) (5:54)
- The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) (6:31)
- How Regulations Work Together: ESPR, EPR and the DPP
- Official Legal Milestones
- Expert-Projected Evolution Pathway
- The Regulations That Rely on DPP Data
- Conclusion (1:23)
- Module B Certification Quiz - Complete this quiz to test your knowledge.
- Purpose and Data Content of the DPP: Learning Objectives (0:54)
- Learning Objectives
- 📌 Note
- The Strategic Aims of the Digital Product Passport
- The Data Inside the DPP: From Regulation to Sector-Specifics
- The Legal Foundation: What the ESPR Mandates (9:55)
- Sector-Specific Data: A Guided Tour of the 16 Indicative Data Categories (5:05)
- Data Cluster 1: Product Identity & Commercial Data
- Data Cluster 2: Supply Chain & Impacts
- Data Cluster 3: Circularity & Use Phase
- Data Cluster 4: Brand & Verification
- A Core Concept for Data Management: Static vs. Dynamic Data (4:26)
- Ensuring DPP Data Quality: Four Key Variables (2:27)
- 1. Granularity: How specific is the ID?
- 2. Level of Detail: How precise is the data?
- 3. Reliability: How trustworthy is the data?
- 4. Completeness: How Much of the Story Are You Telling?
- Data Quality in Action
- Digital Product Passport Models and Stakeholder Feedback (4:56)
- Conclusion (0:55)
- Module C Certification Quiz - Complete this quiz to test your knowledge.
- Benefits and Implementation of DPP: Learning Objectives (0:53)
- Learning Objectives
- From Purpose to Impact: The Benefits of Digital Product Passports
- Benefits for Businesses
- Benefits for Consumers
- The Strategic Advantage of Early DPP Adoption (5:44)
- Conclusion (1:11)
- Module D Certification Quiz - Complete this quiz to test your knowledge.
- Stakeholders in the DPP Ecosystem: Learning Objectives (1:16)
- Learning Objectives
- Meet the Players - The DPP Stakeholders (6:32)
- Key Roles in Practice: Who Does What?
- Who is legally responsible for the DPP? (4:40)
- Who Contributes to DPP Data?
- Who Uses Digital Product Passports?
- Who Maintains and Updates DPPs?
- Data Governance in Action: Who Sees What? (6:32)
- Conclusion (1:11)
- Module E Certification Quiz - Complete this quiz to test your knowledge.
- The Technical Backbone: Learning Objectives (1:21)
- Learning Objectives
- The 4 Key Components of DPP Architecture (8:04)
- How the Components Work Together: One Complete Scan
- Understanding the Hybrid Architecture Choice (4:54)
- The EU Registry & Archive Service: The Central “Glue” of the DPP
- The REO as System Orchestrator
- The Interoperability Challenge (2:39)
- The 3 Layers of Interoperability (6:45)
- The Technical Rulebook: Why We Need Standards
- The Complete DPP Lifecycle: 6 Key User Stories
- Conclusion (1:22)
- Module F Certification Quiz - Complete this quiz to test your knowledge.
- General Implementation Framework (For all organisations)
- The Technology Landscape (7:09)
- Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing (Optional)
- Implementation Roadmap: A Phased Approach
- Managing Your Project: Risks, Change, and Validation
- Leveraging the DPP for Circularity (3:54)
- Part I - Conclusion
- Module H Part I - Certification Quiz
- Global Standards and Strategic Implications for DPP Adoption : Learning Objectives (1:02)
- Learning Objectives
- The EU Standardization Mandate: Creating the Rulebook
- From EU Standards to International Coordination
- DPPs Beyond the EU
- Conclusion (0:53)
- Module I Certification Quiz - Complete this quiz to test your knowledge.
FAQs
Is this a full DPP course or just an overview?
This is a full-scope Digital Product Passport masterclass — not a webinar, not a high-level overview, and not a regulatory summary. It is designed for people who need to understand and support real implementation.
Is this course tied to a specific platform or software?
No. The course is platform-independent and tool-agnostic. GO TRACE does not build, host, or promote any DPP software solution.
Is the course self-paced or live?
The programme is fully self-paced. You will learn through on-demand video modules and quizzes, with no live sessions.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon completing the programme, you'll receive a certificate of completion from GO TRACE Academy. This demonstrates that you've completed comprehensive training in DPP strategy and implementation.
Is there a refund policy?
Yes. You may request a full refund within 30 days of the release of the first module.
When does the course start and how long do I have access?
The course is available as a progressive learning programme. Each module is released sequentially, allowing you to progress step by step at your own pace.
Is this suitable for consultants?
Yes. You’ll finish with a structured, regulation-anchored advisory framework covering governance, data strategy, technology choices, and DPP pilot implementation. The course is designed to help you lead DPP discussions with clients, not just participate in them.
How will the course be released?
The programme follows a weekly release format, with one new module unlocked each week. You can enrol at any time and access modules as they become available.
Do I need prior knowledge?
No. The course begins with foundations and develops into advanced application.
Are regulatory updates included?
Yes. Your enrolment includes 12 months of EU and global DPP updates, delivered by email and added to the course when applicable.
What happens after the 12 months of updates?
You may choose to extend access to further updates through a separate subscription.
In what language is the course delivered?
The programme is delivered in English.
Can I expense this training or get an invoice?
Yes. Receipts are issued automatically, and invoices are available on request.
Who is this masterclass for?
See the full breakdown above — but in short: anyone who needs to lead or support DPP implementation in fashion or textiles.
Should I wait until the delegated acts are finalised?
The ESPR framework is already in force, and the core principles — data requirements, interoperability, governance — are established. Your enrolment includes 12 months of regulatory updates, so you'll be informed as soon as specific details are confirmed.
🎧 Expert-Led
Video Modules
100+ on-demand lessons at your own pace.
💡 Knowledge-Check
Quizzes
Reinforce learning and track progress.
📜 Certificate
& Updates
Receive your certificate of completion and stay current with 12 months of regulatory update