SEPTEMBER 2018CIOAPPLICATIONSEUROPE.COM6SEPTEMBER - 15 - 2018AR/VR SPECIALEditorialCreating Wonders with AR & VRAugmented reality (AR) and Virtual reality (VR) is rapidly evolving as the essential technology for enterprises to stay ahead of the competition and meet customer needs who demand naïve experiences. As per Gartner by 2019, AR and VR solutions will be evaluated and adopted in 20 percent of large-enterprise businesses.AR and VR integrated with big data have the ability to greatly improve architectural design capabilities resulting in efficient buildings, reduced construction and maintenance costs. 3D models will replace paper 2D designs and physical prototypes transforming how designers work and changing their approach towards construction processes. In the healthcare landscape, AR and VR can be used to create a virtual experience that can be used by other surgeons for training. Through 3D models of the human anatomy and surgery simulators, the next generation of healthcare professionals will be better poised to play a greater role in rehabilitation and therapy of patients. Further, AR data visualization presents exciting possibilities throughout the supply chain, which overlays on the factory and warehouse floors allow workers to view the flow of goods in real-time and manage processes using hands-free interactions. Many brands have already implemented interactive video and are now taking the next big step and launching AR apps, and social platform coupled with AR lenses to capture the audience's attention. As companies identify new use cases and learn to navigate the complexities of AR and VR deployment, they will reap the benefits of new methods of interaction and visualization. This special edition provides the much needed insights into the innovative solutions that push the limits of AR and VR technology. Let us know your thoughts. Joe PhillipManaging Editoreditor@cioapplicationseurope.comJoe PhillipCopyright © 2018 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Volume 02 - 15Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to CIO ApplicationsEuropeVisit www.cioapplicationseurope.com Managing EditorJoe PhillipGraphics & ArtJohn ConnorDeclan ColeJohn GouthamSenior WritersAshik JainLeah JaneRoyce D'SouzaEditorial StaffBen JacksonDaniel HolmesEzra BenjaminJames SmithNaomi DaleRachel ClarkSalesJenniferjennifer@cioapplicationseurope.com 510.996.5125*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffContact UsPhone: 510.996.5125Emailsales@cioapplicationseurope.com editor@cioapplicationseurope.com marketing@cioapplicationseurope.com
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