Throw Away Old Methods! Mixed Reality Imersive Technology For Employee Training Is More Effective

YOGYAKARTA – Conventional employee training methods such as classroom training and e-learning are no longer effective in the digital era. Mixed reality immersive technology for employee training comes as an innovative solution that combines the real world with interactive virtual elements!

Interestingly, global companies such as Walmart, Boeing, and DHL have proven the effectiveness of mixed reality in their training program.

This technology allows employees to train in realistic simulations without risk, is claimed to save up to 40% of operational costs, and increase learning retention by up to 75%!

Reporting from the XR Today page, here are some important things that explain about mixed reality immersive technology and its usefulness in employee training:

Mixed Reality (MR) is a learning technology that combines real-world elements with real-time interactive virtual objects.

Unlike Virtual Reality (VR) which is entirely virtual or Augmented Reality which only displays digital overlays, MR allows employees to manipulate physical and virtual objects simultaneously.

This technology creates a realistic simulation environment where training participants can practice practical skills, interact with virtual machines, or even perform medical procedures without any real risk.

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Research shows immersive technology increases knowledge retention by up to 75% compared to traditional methods that only 30% remember.

Interestingly, employees can complete training four times faster with a four-time higher focus, and feel 40% more confident in applying their skills.

Mixed reality also improves work safety by up to 59% by eliminating risks while practicing dangerous situations.

Then in terms of efficiency, the company saves operational costs because training programs can be disseminated on a scale, personalized basis for each employee, and reduces training time by 75%.

In addition, real-time interaction data can also help companies adjust training content dynamically.

Implementation mixed reality requires MR headsets such as Microsoft HoloLens or Meta Quest 3 which are equipped with motion and eye tracking sensors.

Then platform software such as ARuVR creates realistic work environment simulations, from the operating room to the factory production line.

Employees will wear headsets, go into virtual scenarios that are tailored to their roles, then practice specific tasks with real-time AI feedback. Meanwhile, the system captures performance data for continuous evaluation without requiring physical supervisors.

Walmart has implemented VR training since 2019 for customer service simulations, and increased customer satisfaction scores by 10%.

In the manufacturing sector, China’s Autoliv collaborates with Microsoft to use HoloLens 2 to create digital twins for production machines, allowing employees to interact with 3D models before touching real equipment.

Intel even recorded ROI 300% in 5 years from the VR-based electrical safety resertification program.

Meanwhile, in the healthcare sector, the UbiSim VR platform trains nurses with patient scenarios from various backgrounds.

Even Emirates airlines use the MIRA program to train emergency procedures for cabin crew in a 3D virtual aircraft environment.

Initial investment in hardware, software, and developer support is indeed high. However, long-term savings far exceeds the initial cost because programs can be mass-disseminated and adjusted to changing business priorities.

Meanwhile, the technology learning curve is overcome by starting a small-scale pilot project, collecting engagement data and performance before the full rollout. With MR devices that are now more ergonomic and affordable such as Quest 3, adoption barriers continue to decline as technology evolution.

The future of employee training is interactive and eccentric. With the ever-increasing lack of skilled workforce and traditional, less effective methods, mixed reality immersive technology is no longer an option, but a strategic need.

It’s time for Indonesian companies to invest in immersive mixed reality technology for this employee training! Follow other interesting articles on VOI, to get updated news, don’t forget to follow and monitor all of our social media accounts!

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