Agenda

Description

Deutsche Telekom has been using Virtualspeech VR training for years across Europe. This talk will provide the results of key findings as together they navigated introducing VR training to a global organisation. The discussion will cover planning, implementation, challenges, and results, as well as a look into the future of Enterprise training at scale.

Speakers

Višnja Cicvarić Šonje

Training & Development Specialist , Magenta Telekom

Sophie Thompson

CEO & Co Founder , VirtualSpeech

Description

With the use of a standard phone and a 3D scan of a location, you can determine your position with an impressive accuracy of 5cm - a game changer for AR. This technology opens doors to a variety of features including AR indoor navigation, AR workflows, and even remote assistance across large facilities. Spatial applications will make AR a tool for daily use, creating massive ROI for businesses. This talk will show how to use AR for daily operations and ultimately how to increase your ROI.

Speakers

Alexander Loidolt

CCO , ViewAR

Description

Tibor Mérey from BCG X and Tina Werro from Swisscom share their experiences on where we currently stand on our journey into an augmented human experience, which elements of the Metaverse flywheel are picking up speed currently, and what we can learn from Swisscom’s own journey as well as the 150+ other companies BCG X supported in order to reap outsized returns in this new world.

Speakers

Tina Werro

Head of Swisscom Outpost Innovation Programs , Swisscom

Tibor Merey

Managing Director and Partner , Boston Consulting Group

Description

The presentation "Scaling VR Simulation Production in the Oil & Gas Industry" explores the rapidly expanding application of virtual reality (VR) in the energy sector. Particular focus will be on Linde, a leading global industrial gases and engineering company, that has been at the forefront of utilising VR technology to enhance their training and operations.

This case study will explore how Linde has successfully scaled their VR simulation production, the challenges they've encountered, the solutions they've implemented, and the impacts on their operational efficiency and safety performance. We will examine the strategies Linde used in building their Virtual Academy, the key learnings from their journey, and how these insights could be applied across the Oil & Gas industry in the face of increasing operational complexity and safety challenges.

We will discuss the opportunities and challenges associated with the large-scale production of VR simulations and we will explore the current state of VR technology, its potential for creating safer and more effective training programs, and the barriers to its wide adoption. We'll also delve into the production of VR simulations, discussing scalability strategies, cost optimisation, and quality control, as well as highlighting successful case studies from the field.

Attendees can look forward to a comprehensive understanding of how to design, produce, and deploy VR simulations at scale, as well as insights on addressing the unique demands of the Oil & Gas industry.

This presentation is ideal for industry professionals, VR solution developers, and educators interested in leveraging cutting-edge technology for practical and high-impact applications in the energy sector.

Speakers

Simon Stör

Group Lead Product Management , Linde Engineering

Jake Skoric

COO , Delta Reality

Description

Bayer and Arthur Technologies are revolutionizing collaboration across global sites by integrating virtual reality (VR) technology. Together, their efforts aim to create fully immersive collaboration opportunities on a global scale, bringing the Bayer community closer together, enhancing productivity in a hybrid setting, and validating potential use cases for Bayer.

Leveraging VR technology, Bayer, a multinational life sciences company, is transforming employee collaboration. The partnership with Arthur Technologies has allowed Bayer to establish their groundbreaking initiative, the Metaverse Connection Hub. This virtual collaboration platform is designed to immerse employees in a digital realm that transcends traditional ways of working.

During the presentation, a range of use cases covered in this Bayer Metaverse Experiment will be highlighted, including community events, immersive workshops, Bayer-specific HR training concepts, and productive VR sessions using the workstation. A key driver behind these activities is the validation of future office layouts, prior to construction, by having employees work on the future spaces virtually while sharing feedback that will optimize construction and possibly CO2 emissions. First impressions and feedback will be shared on the ongoing experiment, highlighting learnings. Additionally, Best Practices in setting up an XR experience for enterprises will be shared.

The partnership between Arthur Technologies and Bayer represents a significant advancement in immersive collaboration across global sites. The Bayer Metaverse Connection Hub empowers employees to engage with the community in a dynamic and immersive manner, fostering collaboration and productivity.

Speakers

Christoph Fleischmann

Founder and CEO , Arthur Technologies

Ira Bangula

Digital Lead Corporate Office , Bayer AG

Description

LEITNER - one of the world's leading companies in the development and construction of ropeways - has always relied on unmistakable strengths that delight customers all over the world. From now on also in the Metaverse. As part of "INTERALPIN 2023 - The Leading International Trade Fair for Alpine Technologies!", LEITNER presented the first professional ropeway on a Metaverse platform as a world premiere. First exclusively for the trade fair visitors on site, publicly accessible from mid-September. This talk will provide entertaining and informative project insights, report on the reasons why LEITNER decided to take this step, and what contribution the Metaverse can make to the company in the future.

Speakers

Matthias Lechner

CEO/Founder , NFBrands.X

Description

At PALFINGER, a leading global manufacturer of lifting equipment, our innovative journey with VR technologies began as an initial exploration for trade fair displays. However, it quickly evolved into something far more significant. Discover how we transitioned from utilizing VR merely as an exhibition tool to harnessing its full potential as a comprehensive training simulation platform. Through this evolution, PALFINGER has elevated crane operator training, offering unparalleled experiences and solutions for our valued customers.

Speakers

Mario Roither

Technology Expert , PALFINGER AG

Andreas Winkler

Product Manager 3D/XR , PALFINGER AG

Description

Understanding what is hype and what is of true value is essential for large enterprises as they navigate an ever evolving technical and consumer landscape. A year or so ago, the Metaverse was the hot buzzword, now it's been superseded by ChatGPT and the rush to invest in Large Language Models. Where does the Apple Vision Pro come into it? Is it worth investing research time and cost? Vendors, start-ups and consultants can offer over-optimistic appraisals of new technologies, adding to the hype and confusion.

Andy discusses what's important to an Enterprise Innovation team - from an objective viewpoint - focusing particularly on Augmented and Virtual technologies, giving examples of projects undertaken in this space, lessons learned, and predictions for the next few years.

Speakers

Andy O'Sullivan

Senior Innovation Consultant , Liberty Mutual

Description

Discover how the world's largest pump manufacturer, Grundfos, is using XR to drive value across sales, HR, and operations.

During this interactive session, you'll  learn how Grundfos, the world's leading pump and water systems manufacturer, is using the SynergyXR platform to drive organizational value by:

• Creating rapid 3D scans of customer sites to accelerate the sales cycle.
• Using virtual showrooms of facilities as environments to develop and boost recruiting and onboarding.  
• Providing virtual training and assistance to customers and technicians to reduce downtime.
• Experts from Grundfos and SynergyXR will share how their partnership is improving business processes and delivering measurable value to both internal and external customers.

They'll also highlight the tools, tips, and tricks your company can use to kickstart your own XR project.  

Speakers

Carlos Ebrahim Vendrell

Senior XR Engineer , Grundfos

Mads Troelsgaard

CEO and Co-Founder , SynergyXR

Description

The XR hardware market has been dominated by consumer gaming and social media-focused companies. But the most important use cases for the growth of XR are in the enterprise, and they are achieving ROI today. Enterprise needs are different, customers not only need great hardware and solutions they also need scalability, support, services, and financing. Join Johannes Stettmeier, Business Development Manager for AR/VR Technologies at Lenovo, as he discusses the challenges and shares solutions for customers looking to scale into the Enterprise Metaverse.

Speakers

Johannes Stettmeier

Business Development Manager EMEA AR/VR , Lenovo

Description

Join us for a captivating talk on how Siemens, a global technology leader, harnesses the power of digital twins to achieve its sustainability targets.

Digital twins, virtual representations of physical items, play a pivotal role in enhancing resource efficiency and reducing energy consumption throughout the product lifecycle. By avoiding costly prototyping, optimizing production processes, and enabling continuous improvement, Siemens demonstrates how digital twins contribute significantly to sustainable manufacturing practices.

Discover how this holistic approach ensures that sustainability considerations are integrated into the planning and optimization of factories, presenting an inspiring example of leveraging technology for a greener future.

Speakers

Alexandre Piedade

XR Solutions Expert , Siemens