Are You Using the Right XR Training for Work?

This IDC Perspective examines the different types of XR training available on XR headsets. XR training has become one of the most popular use cases for XR in the workplace, providing workers with the information they need to complete a task. Training formats can vary in immersion (i.e., the degree to which a user is provided with virtual objects or placed into a virtual environment) and interaction (i.e., the degree to which a user is a passive consumer of or an active participant with the digital content) to address different training needs."XR training helps users develop the skills to complete a task," said Ramon T. Llamas, research director with IDC's XR Hardware and Interactive Software team. "By bringing information - including text, pictures, and videos - to the user's eyes as they need it, workers can concentrate on the task at hand instead of looking to a manual or other resource. Just as there are different ways to build proficiency, there are different ways in which XR can help learners, whether it be with simple step-by-step instructions or a completely virtual environment to develop hands-on skills. Behind the scenes, AI can monitor progress and recommend next steps to take in their learning journey."