Technology

Contributors: Rachel Bryars and Andrea Pressnell Graphic Design: Nicole Szews Virtual and augmented reality training allows users to practice skills in a safer and more cost-effective environment than in the real world. Many industries, including aviation, are tapping into these innovative experiences to achieve real-world training results at a fraction of the usual cost,...

Virtual reality (VR) is a technology that creates a simulated and immersive environment through the use of computer graphics, sensors, and other hardware components. The goal of VR is to create a realistic and believable experience that can trick the user's senses into thinking they are in a different place. In recent years, VR...

Businesses face a multitude of potential crises that can significantly impact their operations, reputation, and financial stability. From natural disasters to cyberattacks, the threats are many and varied, and the stakes are high. The key to successfully managing a crisis lies in how quickly and effectively an organization can respond to the situation.  One...

The military has always been at the forefront of using technology to improve training and readiness, and the use of virtual battlefields is just the latest example. Virtual battlefields are computer simulations that allow soldiers to train in an immersive environment that mimics real-life combat situations.  The technology involves the use of virtual reality...

Contributors: Brent Osborne, Andrea Pressnell & Rachel Bryars Extended Reality (XR) is making a major buzz in the training world due to its ability to slash time and costs associated with training needs while improving learning outcomes. For example, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University reduced the length of time before a student could fly “solo”...