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Emerging Technologies in Business

Emerging Technologies in Business

By ConcannonXR

Each week we take a deep dive into the world of emerging technology.

If you are a business wanting to dip your toe in the world of IoT or jump into the deep end of XR, this is the podcast for you.

Come along as we talk about streamlining productivity, increasing employee engagement, virtualizing meeting spaces and training, and even just having a little bit of fun in the Metaverse.

We will learn together about the latest technology impacting businesses today and in the very near future.
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Building an Inclusive Metaverse: Challenges and Opportunities

Emerging Technologies in BusinessMay 29, 2023

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Building an Inclusive Metaverse: Challenges and Opportunities

Building an Inclusive Metaverse: Challenges and Opportunities

On this episode of Emerging Technologies in Business, we discuss the Metaverse and its potential impact on the business world. Joined by Ricky, a Metaverse Evangelist who shares his thoughts on the benefits and challenges for society now and what we might be in store for in the future. We discuss the challenges around creating affordable XR hardware, the evolving landscape of music and concert consumption, and how the adoption of new technologies will create new jobs for displaced ones. Ricky is a wealth of knowledge, you won’t want to miss this episode! -- If you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch. Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision. Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application. Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success. Follow us LinkedIn: @concannonxr Twitter: @concannonxr Email: inquiry@concannonxr.com

May 29, 202326:49
Rise of the Green Skyscrapers: Unveiling the Vertical Farming Phenomenon
May 22, 202304:57
The Evolution of Ingram Micro: The Business Behind the Brands

The Evolution of Ingram Micro: The Business Behind the Brands

On this episode of Emerging Technologies in Business, guest Mark Niedzielski from Ingram Micro discusses the challenges of FDA clearance for mixed reality medical solutions, the importance of building a practical solution on a headset, the benefits of reducing unnecessary travel with virtual scouting and explores the potential of mixed reality in the medical field and other areas, such as training and education. Mark shares his expertise as a consultant for companies like Procter and Gamble, and we learn about the services offered by technology distributor Ingram Micro. -- If you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch. Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision. Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application. Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success. Follow us LinkedIn: @concannonxr Twitter: @concannonxr Email: inquiry@concannonxr.com

May 15, 202321:32
The Future of Headset-less Immersion

The Future of Headset-less Immersion

A headset-like experience without actually using a headset?! On today's Emerging Technologies in Business episode, Barmak Heshmat, CEO of Breyon Displays discusses their new technology that offers a headset-like experience without actually using a headset. Breyon uses depth modulation and light field expansion to give a 122-inch image experience from a 30-inch aperture display. Focusing on balancing comfort, performance, and immersion in their products, rather than just focusing on immersion. Later in the episode, we talk about how XR (Extended Reality) will affect our lives and the importance of taking into account the ergonomics of our eyes while using these technologies. -- If you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch. Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision. Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application. Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success.

May 08, 202318:08
Celebrating One Year of Emerging Technologies in Business
May 01, 202330:38
The XR Dilemma: Finding the Right Device for the Job

The XR Dilemma: Finding the Right Device for the Job

On this episode of Emerging Technologies in Business, CEO of Concannon Business Consulting and ConcannonXR, Mark Concannon, discusses the benefits and ROI of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies for various industries. Mark shares his road to creating an XR consulting company, how being a people-oriented leader has led to his success, and how relationships are critical for success in a startup. He introduces two great solutions by ConcannonXR; ServiceAssistXR and ServiceTrainingXR. Mark mentions that the XR market is struggling as some are trying to fit a device into a need rather than finding the right device for the job. He believes that the operational efficiency distraction is over, and companies are now focusing on making people more efficient with tools like XR. -- Whether you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch. Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision. Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application. Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success. Follow us LinkedIn: @concannonxr Twitter: @concannonxr Email: inquiry@concannonxr.com

Apr 24, 202315:23
What the heck is Web3??

What the heck is Web3??

What the heck is Web3?? Hey everyone welcome back for another episode! Today we are going to talk about Web3. Web 1 was the very basis of the Internet. Web 2 allowed us to share our own thoughts, but we didn't own or control it. Web3 gives us back that control. Let us know what you're most excited about with Web3. -- If you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch. Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision. Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application. Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success.

Apr 17, 202306:13
Avoiding Pitfalls: Lessons from a Young CEO and IT Professional

Avoiding Pitfalls: Lessons from a Young CEO and IT Professional

On this episode of Emerging Technologies in Business, host Per Brock speaks with Slava Podmurnyi, CEO of VisorTech, about the importance of taking small steps and testing when embarking on a new business venture.
They discuss the role of technology in education and how companies can encourage their employees to "be better".
The conversation then shifts to the importance of a sturdy back-end system in any business, and the benefits of digital twin technology.
Finally, the discussion touches on the potential for virtual reality in various industries and the importance of education in utilizing technology for the next generation.
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Whether you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch.
Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision.
Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application.
Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success.
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Apr 10, 202319:25
9 Emerging Technologies in 2023 (Written by ChatGPT4)

9 Emerging Technologies in 2023 (Written by ChatGPT4)

Happy April 1st! In today's episode, we asked ChatGPT4 to write today's episode on the top 9 emerging technologies in 2023. Although we were surprised by the outcome, we believe AI is the future and knows more than we do about the future. Let us know your thoughts! Do you agree with this list? -- Whether you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch. Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision. Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application. Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success. Follow us LinkedIn: @concannonxr Twitter: @concannonxr Email: inquiry@concannonxr.com

Apr 01, 202303:27
Revolutionizing Medical Education: The End of Cadaver Labs?

Revolutionizing Medical Education: The End of Cadaver Labs?

I'm joined by Nancy Farrow & Mark Day of the game-changing HoloAnatomy. They are bringing the ability to see a 3D recreation of every part of the human anatomy to the education sector. In the end, this is a game changer for how teachers teach, students learn, and experts interact with one another. Find out more at Ilumus-AR.com. -- Whether you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch. Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision. Contact ConcannonXR at ⁠inquiry@concannonxr.com⁠ to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application. Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success. Follow us LinkedIn: @concannonxr Twitter: @concannonxr Email: inquiry@concannonxr.com

Mar 27, 202324:14
The Importance of Onboarding for Long-Term Employee Retention

The Importance of Onboarding for Long-Term Employee Retention

On this episode of Emerging Technologies in Business, we delve into the world of onboarding and training employees. With remote work becoming the norm due to COVID-19, effective onboarding is more crucial than ever.


Our guest, Stephen Rhyne, CEO of ConveYour, sheds light on how their suite of onboarding, training and engagement tools can help employees scale faster, retain more, and reduce onboarding costs. From SMS communication channels to using hyper-segmentation tactics, Steven discusses the importance of attention and engagement for effective training.


We also learn about ConveYour's data analytics features and their ongoing efforts to embed dashboards of employee performance data into other products. Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on a tool that can make managing multiple windows easier.


Tune in to this episode for valuable insights on adaptive onboarding and training experiences!


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Whether you're an XR entrepreneur or a corporation seeking to launch a new XR application, partnering with a reliable and experienced consulting firm can be crucial to achieving success. ConcannonXR offers consultative solutions that can help transform your ideas into reality. With a proven track record of delivering innovative XR solutions, their team can guide you through the complex development process, from ideation to launch.


Don't let the challenges of XR development hold you back from realizing your vision.


Contact ConcannonXR at inquiry@concannonxr.com to learn more about their services and how they can help you create and launch your own XR application.


Let their expertise and guidance pave the way to your success.


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Mar 20, 202336:19
Saving Lives with New Tech (SOMA Global)
Mar 13, 202320:23
RealWear 520 W/Thermal & CES 2023
Mar 06, 202325:43
The Sense of Smell in VR
Feb 27, 202326:33
The Microsoft Hololens 2 Review

The Microsoft Hololens 2 Review

Thanks to our partners over at Ingram Micro we were able to get a first-hand look at the Microsoft Hololens 2. 

By far the best-augmented reality device I have had the pleasure of using. It takes a bit to get the hang of but once you do the use case possibilities are endless.

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Regardless if you are developing your own XR application or want to create and launch an XR application, reach out to ConcannonXR at inquiry@concannonxr.com.

Their consultative solutions can help bring your ideas into reality.

Follow us

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Feb 20, 202305:53
Finding great XR talent with Immersive Search w/ Emilios Eracleous & Rajat Kumar Gupta

Finding great XR talent with Immersive Search w/ Emilios Eracleous & Rajat Kumar Gupta

In this episode, I am joined by Emilios & Rajat from Immersive Search, an XR talent agency that helps align qualified candidates to pertinent roles within the XR industry. 


Even better, if a candidate doesn't meet the criteria for a role, Immersive Search also offers a learning path to get individuals to where they want to be in their XR careers!


Check out...

Immersive Search - https://immersive-search.com   

My YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@knightcube   

Get 100+ AR/VR Resources Pack - https://knightcube.gumroad.com/l/arvr-resources   

One of my best articles to date (19000+ people have read it) - 9 Must-Have Skills To Become an AR/VR Developer (https://hackernoon.com/9-must-have-skills-to-become-an-arvr-developer-with-course-recommendations-e15s317e)

Immersive Search | Connecting Xperiences Globally

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Regardless if you are developing your own XR application or want to create and launch an XR application, reach out to ConcannonXR at inquiry@concannonxr.com.

Their consultative solutions can help bring your ideas into reality.


Follow us

LinkedIn: @concannonxr

Twitter: @concannonxr

Email: inquiry@concannonxr.com

Feb 16, 202330:19
Leveraging VR in the Enterprise Space with VRdirect w/Reza Pahl
Feb 13, 202318:25
CES 2023: The Return of the Sprigg w/ Sam Sprigg of Auganix.org

CES 2023: The Return of the Sprigg w/ Sam Sprigg of Auganix.org

The amazing Sam Sprigg comes back to the show the editor from Auganix.org.   


We talk all about CES 2023 from flying cars, self-driving vehicles that are stories tall, and of course all the new toys in the AR/VR/XR world at this year's CES.   


For more XR tech news check out auganix.org  

If you are interested in creating an XR product to help bring your business into the future, reach out to us at inquiry@concanonxr.com


Find us on Youtube here!

https://www.youtube.com/@ETIB


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Feb 06, 202340:29
Top XR trends to look for in 2023

Top XR trends to look for in 2023

Hello, my name is Kaden and I am an AI employee with ConcannonXR. I will be discussing the most talked about trends for 2023 in the metaverse and emerging technologies.

Since Mark Zuckerberg renamed Facebook Meta to reflect the company's future, the term "metaverse" has become commonplace in tech.

Some have called it the future of the internet, but others are skeptical that the metaverse will realize its vision if there is one. Experts from many fields discuss the top metaverse developments that will determine its buzz this year and whether it will persist.

If you would like more information on how to incorporate augmented or virtual reality into your business, reach out to us at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Feb 02, 202305:13
50th Episode! The Coolest Tech and Lessons Learned w/ ConcannonXR Lead Matthew Carrier

50th Episode! The Coolest Tech and Lessons Learned w/ ConcannonXR Lead Matthew Carrier

Wow! I can't believe we have already made it to our 50th episode of Emerging Technologies in Business! Matthew joins us as the host to interview Brock about lessons learned in the first 50 episodes, what's on the horizon for ETIB, and we discuss a little CES 2023.


To help bring your company into the XR future, reach out to us at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Jan 30, 202334:55
AI Julie - Introducing Lenovo's ThinkReality VRX
Jan 26, 202307:35
Strategy and Intelligence in XR with Channelnomics CEO Larry Walsh

Strategy and Intelligence in XR with Channelnomics CEO Larry Walsh

Today we get the opportunity to speak with award-winning journalist Larry Walsh the CEO of Channelnomics. They are a business strategy and research firm focused on improving the performance and technology of companies' direct and indirect channels through their portfolio of market-leading products and services to accelerate and optimize routes to market utilizing Channelnomics strategy, intelligence, and enablement services.


This episode is brought to you by ConcannonXR. ConcannonXR is a team of expert consultants skilled in helping take XR solutions to the marketplace. Reach out to inquiry@concannonxr.com to learn more.


Jan 24, 202337:14
AI Kaden - Sports in the Metaverse

AI Kaden - Sports in the Metaverse

Hello, my name is Kaden and I am an AI employee with ConcannonXR. In today's episode, I will discuss Sony's newest acquisition of Beyond Sports, a visualization engine that enables real-time sports engagement.

Beyond Sports offers a visualization engine that enables real-time sports engagement solutions on any platform or content outlet, allowing sporting brands and broadcasters to engage with audiences outside of traditional channels and to take advantage of what virtual worlds and metaverses have to offer. Numerous B2B and B2C applications involving the analysis and visualization of positional player monitoring data are supported and powered by the company's array of products and services.

If you would like more information on how to incorporate Augmented or Virtual Reality into your business, reach out to us at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Jan 12, 202303:43
Ai James - Playstation's VR2 Set to Launch in 2023

Ai James - Playstation's VR2 Set to Launch in 2023

Hello, my name is James and I am an AI employee with ConcannonXR. In today's episode, I will discuss Sony's newest Virtual Reality device that will be released in early 2023.

Last month Sony announced the release date, price, and additional features of its PlayStation Virtual Reality 2 (PSVR2) device, in response to fan expectations. The worldwide electronics company introduces the PlayStation 5 gaming accessory.

If you would like more information on how to incorporate Augmented or Virtual Reality into your business, reach out to us at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Jan 06, 202305:31
A New Generation of Medical Imaging Software in Healthcare: DICOM Director w/ Dr. David Pearlstone

A New Generation of Medical Imaging Software in Healthcare: DICOM Director w/ Dr. David Pearlstone

I'm joined today by the great Dr. David Pearlstone.   

We discuss the vast changes in the world of medical imagery with the advances of XR. These types of digital twin recreations of human anatomy are changing and top-end med school students decide where to go for their residency.   

Those that have adopted are getting the top talent. Listen to this week's episode to hear why!

Dec 19, 202220:15
AI Selena - Why Healthcare is Slow to Adopt New Technologies

AI Selena - Why Healthcare is Slow to Adopt New Technologies

Hi, I'm Selena, and I am an AI voice. I have created this article for Con cannon XR. 

Today I'll be discussing why healthcare is slow to adopt new technologies.   

Back in the '90s, Paul Chang, now a radiologist at the University of Chicago, was working on a piece of technology that would fundamentally change medical imaging forever

PACS, or picture archiving and communication system, was developed using this technology to digitize medical images so that radiology technicians no longer needed to haul around boxes of photographs of CT scans and X-rays. According to Chang, it's like Google Photos except for medical pictures.

PACS was a groundbreaking innovation in the 1990s, but it hasn't evolved much since then. Both PACS and EMRs, according to Chang, are "basic" (EMRs).  I hope you enjoy today's episode!   

Ready to launch an XR product, ConcannonXR is ready to help! 

Reach out to inquiry@concannonxr.com

Dec 08, 202203:20
Using Virtual Experiences to Strengthen Human Connections w/ Tipping Point Media's William Garner

Using Virtual Experiences to Strengthen Human Connections w/ Tipping Point Media's William Garner

William Garner joins the show today to talk to us about how AR/VR/MR is changing the everyday life that we live in today.   

Tipping Point Media is utilizing LROI or learning return on investment to leverage this latest tech in the fields that are ever yearning for them today.  

Who is William Garner? 

William Garner is an award-winning creative strategist, technical innovator, motivating tactician, and collaborator. He is the founder, President, and Chief Creative Officer of Tipping Point Media and leads a team of modern Renaissance digital innovators, Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality engineers, medical writers/animators, simulation developers, gamification designers, brand experience designers, and revolutionary educators.

Dec 05, 202225:16
AI Kaden - BMW's Mixed Reality Vehicle Experience

AI Kaden - BMW's Mixed Reality Vehicle Experience

BMW, a German automaker, has introduced the M Mixed Reality (MR) platform, which can be used to create interactive driving experiences in real-time.

At the Web Summit in Lisbon at the beginning of November, BMW debuted their new technology, which will allow their M2 coupe to be driven regardless of the driver's physical location.

Cutting-edge immersive solutions from Helsinki's Varjo Technologies help merge the real and virtual worlds, and the new technology transforms the entire M2 vehicle into a controller for the MR system.

If you are interested in learning more about XR, contact inquiry@concanonxr.com.

Dec 01, 202204:03
What is Digital Twinning?

What is Digital Twinning?

Digital Twinning has been immensely impactful from manufacturing to aerospace by providing the ability to run scenarios for optimal production and reduced risk.

What an amazing world we live in that we can digitally recreate pretty much anything!


If you'd like to learn more, reach out to inquiry@concannonxr.com

Nov 28, 202205:45
You've never seen table games like this before! W/ Tilt Five's Jeri Ellsworth

You've never seen table games like this before! W/ Tilt Five's Jeri Ellsworth

Do you love video games? Are you a tabletop enthusiast?

Tilt Five's Augmented Reality gaming system uses innovative projection technology that brings your games to holographic life. Whether sitting around the table at home or connecting remotely, friends and family can enjoy gaming together.

Tune in to learn more about this tech and how it will change your family game night!  

Who is Jeri?  

Jeri Ellsworth is a lifelong gamer, inventor, and creator and one of the world’s foremost AR luminaries. Her love for invention began with building race cars before working with hardware design, creating a complete Commodore 64 system on a chip housed within a joystick, called C64 Direct-to-TV. In 2011, she was hired by Valve Software to build and run their R&D team and was a key contributor to the technology used in the popular HTC Vive virtual reality headset. While at Valve, she began work on the AR technology that would become the basis for the technology behind Tilt Five.  Her vision for the future of gaming is driving innovation for the entire Tilt Five team.

Nov 21, 202236:39
AI Julie - Meta Quest Pro (Review & Security)

AI Julie - Meta Quest Pro (Review & Security)

The Meta Quest Pro, the first of the new generation of cutting-edge VR goggles, was released on October 25.

With the addition of eye tracking and Natural Facial Expressions, your avatar will be able to reflect your expressions more accurately in VR, such as blinking, smiling, and making eye contact, further increasing the sense of immersion and social presence.

As Meta works together to create the metaverse, they are dedicated to enhancing the privacy controls and protections available on Meta Quest devices. Meta will keep working on improvements to Meta Quest Pro to make sure its users can have a safe and secure, yet fully immersive, experience.

For more information contact inquiry@concannonxr.com

Nov 17, 202205:16
How is Hospitality Leveraging VR

How is Hospitality Leveraging VR

The hospitality industry has been hit hard ever since the pandemic. With the lowest retention rates in decades, it’s led many hotels and restaurants to turn to VR to expedite the speed in how new employees learn and retain information by leveraging virtual reality training.

If you or your business is wanting to utilize VR in your workflow, reach out to inquiry@concannonxr.com

Nov 14, 202205:29
AI Selena - How to Utilize Assisted Reality for Real Time Support and Training

AI Selena - How to Utilize Assisted Reality for Real Time Support and Training

Technological advancements have revolutionized the way businesses train, communicate and provide support. Assisted Reality – including virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) is now reshaping the way companies deliver procedural guidance and navigate the troubleshooting process. 

From headsets to head-mounted displays, assisted reality offers users a fully immersive experience, allowing support teams to provide guidance and collaborate with customers and colleagues from anywhere across the globe. Implementing assisted reality for real-time support has proven to yield a plethora of benefits.  Today’s savvy business leaders know that technology is the key to laying the foundation for both short and long-term success.

At Concannon XR, we have extensive experience providing organizations with everything from designing and implementing successful programs to hardware selection and deployment.

To learn more about how assisted reality can benefit your organization, contact our team of AR/VR consultants today at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Thanks for watching!

Nov 10, 202204:08
Mixing Reality and Tech with Arty's w/ Filip Jankovic

Mixing Reality and Tech with Arty's w/ Filip Jankovic

Filip & Jeff from Arty joined the show to talk about their 3D configuration tool which is plug-and-play and easy to use as well as talk about how this tool is being utilized today. This tech for someone like an engineer or a designer can help give a realistic look at what they are planning to prevent long-term issues.

Contact ConcannonXR at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Nov 07, 202218:06
It's Halloween and we're talking Tech!

It's Halloween and we're talking Tech!

Happy Halloween ETIB Family! We hope you have a safe and fun Halloween you ghouls and ghosts. Today we add a bit of levity and review some of the best Tech to use for your Halloween fun and frights!

Oct 31, 202204:53
AI James - Halloween meets Virtual Reality

AI James - Halloween meets Virtual Reality

It won't be long until Halloween. All can share in the chills and thrills of Halloween's unforgettable night of tricks and treats. It comes as no surprise that virtual reality is now a thing. Things like that only exist in fiction, or in your worst nightmares. The use of VR technology has made it possible to recreate any terrifying scenario.

Going on a ghost walk with your pals has reached new heights. Interactive horror games and movies can put you in the middle of the action. The traditional Halloween celebration will shift as VR brings the terrifying and the real closer together. The horror genre is one where it has been proven to excel.

From all of us at Concannon XR, have a spooky VR Halloween!

Oct 27, 202207:48
Face and overcome your fears with PsytechVR's Daniel Andeev
Oct 24, 202230:36
AI James - Optimizing Crops by Leveraging IoT Sensors

AI James - Optimizing Crops by Leveraging IoT Sensors

In today’s digital world, the Internet of things (IoT) is becoming increasingly ubiquitous, with connected devices penetrating virtually every facet of our lives. As the adoption of IoT continues to rise across the logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, automotive, and industrial sectors, it’s no surprise that technological innovation and connectivity are having a profound impact on agriculture.

The implementation of IoT solutions and smart agriculture is being adopted at an unprecedented rate. Farmers reap the benefits of increasing crop output while spending less time physically in the fields. To learn more about how your company can leverage IoT sensors to increase efficiency and production, contact our team of experts today.

inquiry@concannonxr.com

Oct 20, 202204:43
What is an NFT?

What is an NFT?

Join along as we discuss what in the world an NFT is! We have seen these nonfungible tokens taken over the sporting world with hundreds of thousands of dollars changing hands. But, for a picture? Watch today as we talk through NFT basics.


This episode is sponsored by ConcannonXR

Oct 17, 202204:53
AI Kaden - How businesses use VR to get the most out of it.

AI Kaden - How businesses use VR to get the most out of it.

Virtual reality (VR) technology lets people interact with objects or other people in a world made by a computer. Users become part of the environment, which gives them a more complete experience.

As VR helps digital transformation and innovation, more and more businesses are using VR for meetings, sales presentations, and training that are more effective. We'll look at five ways that VR can be used in business, as well as the pros and cons of doing so.

For all your XR business needs, contact ConcannonXR and we can help you streamline the development and deployment of all your XR solutions.

Oct 13, 202208:00
The Future is Bright w/ Zach Hughes

The Future is Bright w/ Zach Hughes

Zach Hughes joins the show to shed some insights on leadership techniques that have become even more paramount now in these days of more socially accepted hybrid work.


This episode is sponsored by ConcannonXR. 


Zach Hughes is the VP of IT CX and DevOps at CHS and a technology leadership blogger and podcaster. He has 23 years of experience in enterprise technology in a variety of disciplines. He is passionate about leading innovative technical teams that create a competitive advantage for businesses.

Oct 10, 202219:21
AI Ava - Are you confused about VR?

AI Ava - Are you confused about VR?

Virtual Reality is the most prominent and hyped aspect of Extended Reality.

VR isn't just the newest video game fad; it might improve life as we know it. Companies and developers can create VR experiences for several uses. It could revive the tourism business post-pandemic.

Don't worry if you're behind, we'll explain VR's capabilities.

Oct 06, 202204:09
What is Blockchain?

What is Blockchain?

Blockchain may very well be the future of all monetary exchanges in the near future. We talk through how it works, and why it's more secure than today's banking system, and also address the growing concern for blockchain energy expenditures.

Oct 03, 202206:36
AI Ava - How Virtual Reality is helping the Healthcare industry train their skilled professionals

AI Ava - How Virtual Reality is helping the Healthcare industry train their skilled professionals

The demand for skilled professionals, such as doctors, nurses, support staff, and technicians, is not keeping up with the supply. About a third of doctors are 65 or older and planning to retire within the next decade.


Immersive learning provides a means by which medical professionals can acquire and hone new competencies more quickly. 


The key to helping healthcare professionals, and thus helping patients, medical providers, and others they interact with, is to channel the power of immersive learning toward effective communication and other crucial soft skills.


Concannon XR has collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop a platform that provides ready-made, ready-to-use learning content for common soft skills training use cases, the capability to create custom role-play simulations at scale, and skills data analytics to measure and track the development of those skills.

 

Get in touch with Concannon XR if you're prepared to implement a fully immersive learning environment in the healthcare sector. inquiry@concannonxr.com

Sep 30, 202204:31
DeadMau5 to Camp Mograph with Nexus Motion's CEO Dave Koss

DeadMau5 to Camp Mograph with Nexus Motion's CEO Dave Koss

Dave Koss with Nexus Motion, Mograph, and Camp Mograph joins the show to discuss his path from video editing on the first Avid system in a Texas school to Cinema4D now. Dave tells us how his evolution from knowing heroes in the industry to becoming colleagues, friends, and business partners.

Sep 26, 202233:34
AI James - 5 Ways to Train & Upskill Employees Using VR

AI James - 5 Ways to Train & Upskill Employees Using VR

From hospitals to manufacturing plants and corporate offices, employers across sectors are tapping into the virtual reality (VR) field to bolster workplace training initiatives. The already-booming AR/VR market is expected to grow by $125 billion through 2024. With this expansion comes new and innovative ways to leverage VR to train and retain employees.


To learn more about how Concannon can help your organization leverage VR technology to empower your workforce and increase efficacy in your training initiatives, contact us today. inquiry@concannonxr.com

Sep 22, 202206:25
Augmented Reality Notation on Anything and Everything! w/ Diverium's CEO Jonathan Lungerich

Augmented Reality Notation on Anything and Everything! w/ Diverium's CEO Jonathan Lungerich

Jonathan Iungerich of Diverium joins the show to talk about the pitfalls of XR start-ups and why many of them fail. We also take a dive into Diverium's application giving end users the ability to add AR notes and videos to any everyday object and how they are utilizing that tech in art galleries to provide contextual information about different pieces of art with their Mokosh gallery information tool.

Sep 19, 202228:11
AI Kaden - Exploring The Real-Life Metaverse Vs The Virtual Metaverse

AI Kaden - Exploring The Real-Life Metaverse Vs The Virtual Metaverse

What if your weekend strolls through the park included sightings of imaginary species and extinct dinosaurs? Or have historical figures strolled alongside you on your lunch break?  The idea may sound like something out of a science fiction film, but the technology already exists and is used all around us.


Every day, technology for virtual reality and augmented reality devices evolves, opening up new opportunities for efficiency and upward mobility for businesses. 


Concannon's metaverse consultants are here to help bridge knowledge gaps and discuss implementation tactics designed to help your company reach new heights as new developments are made. 


Contact us today to learn more about how AR and VR devices can benefit your organization and help increase your bottom line. inquiry@concannonxr.com

Sep 15, 202203:48
How the Pandemic Changed the Way We Work with Avatour's CEO Devon Copley

How the Pandemic Changed the Way We Work with Avatour's CEO Devon Copley

Devon Copley the CEO of Avatour joins the show to discuss their 360-degree telepresence solution which came to fruition right as the pandemic hit. This technology has now become a standard for remote meetings, site visits, and site walkthroughs while reducing travel expenses and carbon emissions by up to 80%.

Sep 12, 202224:50
AI Julie - HoloLens and the U.S. Army

AI Julie - HoloLens and the U.S. Army

The US Army has seen its first delivery of specially-designed Microsoft Hololens augmented reality headsets.


While you might not need a system as advanced as the military, we at Concannon XR have found that corporations that incorporate some version of AR or VR into their process, increase workflow up to 30%+


If you’d like to see how extended reality can compliment your company goals, reach out today at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Sep 08, 202202:49
Talking Tech and Nerding Out with Auganix's Lead Editor Sam Sprigg

Talking Tech and Nerding Out with Auganix's Lead Editor Sam Sprigg

We get the opportunity to speak with Sam Sprigg the lead editor for Auganix an AR/VR/MR/XR online publication. Sam tells us about some of the newest technologies seen at AWE- Augmented World Expo and we both generally geek out about how close we are getting to a Ready Player One reality.

Sep 05, 202230:36
AI Ava - Apple Just Quietly Announced their New Mixed Reality Headset

AI Ava - Apple Just Quietly Announced their New Mixed Reality Headset

Apple just quietly announced their new mixed reality headset. Let’s see how it could change business work forever.

Perhaps we have just stumbled upon a potential name for Apple's next product.

Bloomberg reported on Sunday that companies affiliated with the firm had trademarked the terms "Reality One," "Reality Pro," and "Reality Processor" in several countries, including the United States.


Read More here...

https://concannonxr.com/apple-just-quietly-announced-their-new-mixed-reality-headset/


Contact us at inquiry@concannonxr.com

Sep 01, 202203:56
The Evolution of AR (Contact lens): The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

The Evolution of AR (Contact lens): The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Augmented Reality has been making leaps for the past decade. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Mojo Vision AR lens and discuss where the strengths and pitfalls of AR Contact lenses today.

Aug 29, 202207:49
Varjo: Reality Cloud - Changing the way everything is computed with Mat Zagaynov

Varjo: Reality Cloud - Changing the way everything is computed with Mat Zagaynov

Varjo's Head of Product Mat Zagaynov on this episode to tell us about the exciting announcement of the Varjo Reality Cloud.
The Varjo Reality Cloud platform drastically simplifies VR and XR software use, and the hardware required to run it, empowering professionals of all skill levels to engage in the future of virtual collaboration.

Aug 22, 202212:50
Homomorphic Encryption: The Future of Encryption

Homomorphic Encryption: The Future of Encryption

In this episode, we discuss the basics of Homomorphic Encryption. As data security becomes an increasingly important concern for businesses and organizations, homomorphic encryption is emerging as a potential game-changer in the way sensitive data is protected.

Aug 15, 202205:57
3D Printing: DAM!

3D Printing: DAM!

3D Printing: DAM!
We talk about the origins, advancements, and utilization of 3D printing. China is building 3D constructed hydro-dam without any human workers. From polymers to concrete, let’s talk 3D printing tech! 

Aug 08, 202205:09
Talon Simulations: Beyond Virtual Reality

Talon Simulations: Beyond Virtual Reality

Today I am Joined by CEO Brandon Naids in today’s episode we discuss Talon Simulations 6-DoF VR devices utilized from gaming to military flight simulations with high fidelity, modular & deployable simulation systems that are designed to be trainee-centric, or gamer focused.

Aug 01, 202217:18
Haptic Feedback: The 6th Sense

Haptic Feedback: The 6th Sense

In this episode, we delve into the history and future of haptic feedback technology and its business applications. We discuss the origins and growth of this valuable technology as it reshapes the world as we know it. 

Jul 25, 202208:08
Pacific Point: Leveraging all aspects of a CRM in Business w/Deena Tearney

Pacific Point: Leveraging all aspects of a CRM in Business w/Deena Tearney

Another great interview about utilizing the latest tool in the world of business in technology. I get a chance to sit down with Deena Tearney Founder of Pacific Point, a Hawaiian-based certified Salesforce consulting partner. Listen as we talk through Deena’s journey to opening Pacific Point to the mediums and efficiencies that some businesses are overlooking today. 

Jul 18, 202219:06
AuT: Autonomous Things and Where to Find Them

AuT: Autonomous Things and Where to Find Them

AuT- Autonomous Things and Where to Find Them
No this isn’t wizardry. These devices can act independently with little to no human interaction. Join us as we talk about the evolution of autonomous things in today's episode.

Jul 11, 202205:38
ThirdEye Gen: X2 MR Glasses

ThirdEye Gen: X2 MR Glasses

Our episode features a great guest in ThirdEye Gen’s CEO Nick Cherukuri. Starting as an AR/VR/XR group formed in college that rapidly turned into ThirdEye Gen; they bring the future to reality with their X2 MR Glasses. A great conversation about where the state of AR/VR/XR is at today and where it's heading in the near future.

Jul 05, 202215:43
What is Augmented Reality?

What is Augmented Reality?

The initial coining of the phrase augmented reality may shock you into wishing you were back in Kansas again. In this episode, we go through the origins of Augmented Reality along with how it's being utilized in the workplace today and how it could be used soon.

Jun 27, 202203:44
IoT: Grants eligible for smart farming grants w/Jayce Hafner of FarmRaise

IoT: Grants eligible for smart farming grants w/Jayce Hafner of FarmRaise

We are lucky enough to be joined by FarmRaise’s CEO Jayce Hafner while we talk through the growing need for farmers and producers in the agricultural community to adopt IoT to turn traditional farming into smart farms. Sometimes these grants are found hard to track down and apply for and the team at FarmRaise helps reduce the time constrictive issues that come with applying for them.

Jun 20, 202217:36
IoT: The Internet of Things

IoT: The Internet of Things

With an estimated 31 billion IoT devices to be connected to our world by 2025, we take a dive into where it all started, where it’s going, and the positive implications that IoT has had on the planet we know and love today.

Jun 13, 202205:13
Glue: Virtual Collaboration

Glue: Virtual Collaboration

Glue: Virtual Collaboration
In today’s episode, Brock & Matthew take a tour of Glue’s virtual collaboration platform. We take a tour to see where teams who need remote meetings to be as great and as interactive as in-person ones. Come see our first interview held entirely in VR!

Jun 06, 202233:39
Talespin: Softskills training and the importance of virtual learning w/ Kyle Jackson

Talespin: Softskills training and the importance of virtual learning w/ Kyle Jackson

Today we talk about the world of VR learning by delving in with CEO Kyle Jackson where we discuss assessment, training, empowerment, transfer knowledge, and managing skill sets. With soft skills training in their arsenal to teach long-term skills Talespin is a force in the world of VR learning.

May 31, 202229:03
What is Virtual Reality (VR)?

What is Virtual Reality (VR)?

So much to say and so little time. There is an endless use case for the world of VR but its important to know the basis of what it is before we delve further into conversations with those that are leveraging this powerful technology. Hop aboard the VR train as we discuss what Virtual Reality is and how its utilized in the business world today.

May 13, 202204:15
SAXR: ServiceAssistXR an exciting advancement in supporting dealer services & warranty processes w/Bill Koch

SAXR: ServiceAssistXR an exciting advancement in supporting dealer services & warranty processes w/Bill Koch

I am joined by Bill Koch the VP of Business Development for ConcannonXR. We talk through the in-house-built application to expedite the timeline and increase the accuracy of hard-to-diagnose repairs using the RealWear Navigator 500 head-mounted tablet device.

May 09, 202211:12
What is Extended Reality (XR)?

What is Extended Reality (XR)?

In this first episode of Emerging Technologies in Business, Brock dives into what is extended reality. We start here as the foundation of all other emerging technologies. 

May 02, 202203:25