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Contributors: Rachel Bryars and Andrea Pressnell Graphic Design by: Nicole Szews Virtual and augmented reality training are increasingly becoming a necessary cutting-edge component across industries. In addition to gaming, medical, military, and entertainment applications, the space industry also is fast adopting these technologies. From astronaut training to maintenance assistance, extended reality technologies are rapidly...

Contributors: Angie Winter, Ph.D. and Rachel Bryars Think through your typical work week – what are the moments when you feel you need to be “on” and perform well? Most of us have recurring work moments that can be thought of as "performances" -- such as leading a presentation, hosting a meeting, submitting a...

Loneliness is common in today’s world, especially over the last few years. Many people are increasingly turning to technology to connect with others, such as social media and online games. However, others are using virtual reality technology to combat isolation and loneliness. Virtual reality can be the foundation for powerful applications that facilitate social...

Culture -- it's nuanced and you can't "bring it with you" from one organization to another (try as we might). What does that mean for leaders? Check out HigherEchelon Sr. VP Dr. Donald H. Horner, Jr.'s interview on Every Other Wednesday podcast with fellow experts Richard Hadden, MBA, CSP, Jeff Tobe & Michael Kerr....

Author: Brent Osborne, HigherEchelon VP of Gaming & Simulation Editor: Rachel Bryars Football programs are already kicking into high gear for the 2022 season, but it’s not too late to integrate 3D visualization tools into your tech stack. Even as football programs move back to more in-person sessions, virtual sports training will continue to...