ARuVR at Learning Live 2024: Immersive Learning Solutions and Insights from Industry Leaders

25 September 2024

This year’s Learning Live 2024, held at the renowned Etc.venues in London, was a pivotal gathering for the L&D community. As a Gold Sponsor, ARuVR took centre stage to showcase how Extended Reality (XR) technologies are transforming corporate learning environments. From practical demonstrations to expert panel discussions, ARuVR’s participation highlighted its leadership in immersive learning.

A Key Panel on XR Learning Strategies

One of the highlights of ARuVR’s participation was leading the panel discussion titled “Learning Impact and Measurable Outcomes: Making XR a Part of Your L&D Strategy”. This insightful session took place on September 11th from 13:45 to 14:30 in Room Synergy 2, where experts explored the transformative power of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR), and Spatial Computing in learning environments.

The session was moderated by Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch, Global Head of Talent and Academy at SoftwareONE, and Board Advisor at ARuVR. Panellists included:

  • Frank Furnari, CEO & Founder of ARuVR
  • Emma Johnson, L&D Manager EMEA at S&P Global
  • Dr. Abdelrahman Abdelazim, Technology Solutions Architect at BAE Systems
  • Oliver Wöhler, XR Lead EMEA at Lenovo
  • Myles Runham, Senior Analyst for Digital Learning at Fosway Group

The panel session kicked off with a warm introduction from Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch,. In her opening remarks, Serena outlined the growing importance of XR technology in today’s business landscape, emphasising how it helps companies boost ROI and achieve tangible business outcomes through immersive learning environments .

Exploring XR’s Market Impact

The first key topic, introduced by Myles Runham, focused on the current market trends and the expanding role of XR in learning and development. With detailed statistics and projections, Myles provided insight into the market growth and opportunities for XR across various industries, noting that XR is becoming a cornerstone for innovative companies looking to enhance their training efficiency

Case Studies: XR in Action

Next, Emma Johnson from S&P Global and Dr. Abdelrahman Abdelazim from BAE Systems delved into how their respective organisations have successfully integrated XR technology into their learning strategies. From onboarding to complex technical training, both panelists highlighted specific use cases, challenges faced during implementation, and measurable results in terms of ROI and employee development

Oliver Wöhler from Lenovo shared insights on how XR is being used within Lenovo, particularly in enhancing operational efficiency and driving innovation. His examples showcased the versatility of XR, whether in product development or team collaboration across multiple geographies

Q&A and Closing Remarks

The session wrapped up with an interactive Q&A, where the audience had the opportunity to ask the panelists questions about XR’s future and its measurable impact on business outcomes. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch concluded the discussion by thanking the panelists and attendees for their insights, leaving the audience with a clear understanding of how XR can enhance engagement, retention, and provide real-time feedback in a cost-efficient way

 

Live Demos: Experiencing XR Firsthand

At ARuVR’s stand, attendees had the chance to immerse themselves in live demonstrations of our cutting-edge XR platform. From onboarding programs to safety training, the demos illustrated how ARuVR’s solutions can revolutionise corporate L&D. Whether new to XR or experienced in its application, visitors experienced how XR can enhance learning efficiency while reducing costs

Shaping the Future of Learning

ARuVR’s participation at Learning Live 2024 emphasised the growing importance of Extended Reality in today’s corporate learning landscape. As organisations seek to modernise their training programs, ARuVR remains at the forefront, offering AI-powered solutions that provide tangible, measurable outcomes.

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