As much traction as Mixed Reality has made in these industries and will continue to make, there are still three common problems for mixed reality enterprise distribution that are slowing down the adoption of this new technology and keeping organizations from realizing its full potential and value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this article, we\u2019ll explain what Mixed Reality is, what its content management problems are, and how an all-in-one solution can solve these problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is Mixed Reality Content?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mixed Reality (MR), is the emerging combination of both Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
MR offers users a suped-up AR experience, combining graphic overlays on top of their real, physical world, while offering the interactive features of VR \u2014 like using voice commands and gestures to navigate their hybrid world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Creative Examples of How Enterprise is Using Mixed Reality <\/h3>\n\n\n\nHealthcare and Medicine<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\nMR offers an immersive training experience for nurses, doctors, and surgeons to practice complicated surgeries in a safe, controlled environment. Surgeons have also begun using HoloLens<\/a> graphic overlays to help them find blood vessels during surgeries.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRetail and Business<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\nRetail businesses have incorporated AR and MR practices to find new ways to engage prospective buyers. Many home improvement and furniture stores now offer apps that allow users to virtually paint their walls<\/a> or place furniture<\/a> throughout their home before buying. Sephora features a smart mirror <\/a>on site, which lets users try out new makeup styles digitally.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEngineering and Architecture<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\nAutoDesk<\/a>, a popular 3D engineering and design software company, has started introducing MR into their CAD software. Users can quickly turn their CAD data into immersive three-dimensional spaces where collaborators can meet and navigate through their designs. <\/p>\n\n\n\nEducation<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSavannah College of Art and Design<\/a> sent Google Cardboard headsets to its accepted students so that they could perform a virtual tour of the campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\nGrade schools have incorporated MR to allow students to explore the universe, visit the ocean floor, and take tours of the Pyramids of Giza. Immersive training experiences such as these have been shown to produce a higher information retention rate<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe 3 Problems Enterprise is Facing Distributing Mixed Reality Content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Those examples show the possibilities of using MR content, but why hasn\u2019t enterprise been able to adapt the technology faster?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Lack of Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
MR is an emerging development in the Extended Reality (XR) world. While there is more VR and AR content out there, MR\u2019s content is still catching up to the demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Creating custom MR content is costly. Hiring and working with software developers takes a lot of time and money.
Licensing existing MR content can be more practical than developing new software. But where do you find that content? Who makes it? And how does a licensing agreement work for several end users? It can be hard to navigate the available options in an emerging field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Hardware Decisions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Choosing the right VR headset or other hardware creates a bottleneck for administrators unsure of which option they should purchase. With the huge diversity of VR headsets, smartphones, and tablets out there, it can be difficult to know what option is best suited for your content\u2019s applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Will your VR headset need to be tethered, or can it be standalone? A tethered headset requires a PC connection to power its graphics and processing, while a standalone headset features a built-in computer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Newer standalone headsets feature better graphics with PC tethering capabilities, providing the best of both worlds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Implementation and Distribution <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s not enough to have the content and the hardware. You\u2019ll also need an efficient way of distributing the content throughout a large enterprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Imagine working for a multi-industry company that employs upwards of 100,000 people across the world. How do you distribute the content and set user permissions to all of the employees quickly? Without a dedicated content management system (CMS), the company\u2019s IT department would spend too much of their time downloading and transferring this content to all employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solutions for Mixed Reality Enterprise Distribution <\/h2>\n\n\n\nPIXO Apex: All-in-One MR Content Management System <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
PIXO Apex<\/a> was created to solve issues related to content, hardware compatibility, and distribution on a global scale, to maximize MR\u2019s industry potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt is an all-in-one XR content distribution, management, and analytics platform. Apex was created specifically for enterprises and large organizations because of its ease of use in deploying and scaling up for multiple end users. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Content Creation and Licensing Made Easy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Using Apex, you can easily license and use PIXO\u2019s Content Collection library<\/a> filled with training titles created by PIXO and other curated content by third party companies. Your company may not need to create its own content, which will save greatly on costs. Within our library for example, PIXO has created and shared numerous safety training titles for manufacturing, utility workers, and first responders, with more experiences being added all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nApex also offers a plugin for Unreal developers, which includes templates to aid in the content creation process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apex makes it easy for 3rd party software developers to upload their MR content<\/a> for licensing to other companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCross-platform Compatibility and Hardware Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Content distributed on PIXO Apex is compatible with the most popular VR headsets available, from Oculus Quest to HTC Vive or Vive Focus Plus. Whether you\u2019re using standalone or tethered headsets, PIXO Apex will work for your fleet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Users can easily access their MR content using PIXO\u2019s Hub app, which allows users to download and start running content immediately, with no side-loading needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Distribution and Implementation Simplified<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Apex offers a cloud-based control center that allows admins to easily distribute MR content, create, and edit user profiles, manage permissions, and collect and view analytic insights. It\u2019s easily scalable for uses ranging from small companies to large enterprises. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Downloading, distributing, and managing content across several end users has never been easier. PIXO Apex allows admins to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grant Access <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\nCreate and edit multiple user profiles for employees, and use authentication to securely access MR content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Distribute <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\nEasily send MR content to users and their devices. Automatic updates will keep your admin and IT person happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Manage <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\nCreate user groups and organizations within your company, extend and revoke permissions, and view analytics on custom dashboards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting Started with an MR Content Management System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Are you a company admin looking to implement MR applications across your organization? Or perhaps you\u2019re a software developer looking for a way to distribute your MR content to enterprises. Well, we\u2019ve got you both covered with the PIXO Apex content management system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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MR offers an immersive training experience for nurses, doctors, and surgeons to practice complicated surgeries in a safe, controlled environment. Surgeons have also begun using HoloLens<\/a> graphic overlays to help them find blood vessels during surgeries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Retail businesses have incorporated AR and MR practices to find new ways to engage prospective buyers. Many home improvement and furniture stores now offer apps that allow users to virtually paint their walls<\/a> or place furniture<\/a> throughout their home before buying. Sephora features a smart mirror <\/a>on site, which lets users try out new makeup styles digitally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n AutoDesk<\/a>, a popular 3D engineering and design software company, has started introducing MR into their CAD software. Users can quickly turn their CAD data into immersive three-dimensional spaces where collaborators can meet and navigate through their designs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Savannah College of Art and Design<\/a> sent Google Cardboard headsets to its accepted students so that they could perform a virtual tour of the campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grade schools have incorporated MR to allow students to explore the universe, visit the ocean floor, and take tours of the Pyramids of Giza. Immersive training experiences such as these have been shown to produce a higher information retention rate<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Those examples show the possibilities of using MR content, but why hasn\u2019t enterprise been able to adapt the technology faster?<\/p>\n\n\n\n MR is an emerging development in the Extended Reality (XR) world. While there is more VR and AR content out there, MR\u2019s content is still catching up to the demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Creating custom MR content is costly. Hiring and working with software developers takes a lot of time and money. Choosing the right VR headset or other hardware creates a bottleneck for administrators unsure of which option they should purchase. With the huge diversity of VR headsets, smartphones, and tablets out there, it can be difficult to know what option is best suited for your content\u2019s applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Will your VR headset need to be tethered, or can it be standalone? A tethered headset requires a PC connection to power its graphics and processing, while a standalone headset features a built-in computer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Newer standalone headsets feature better graphics with PC tethering capabilities, providing the best of both worlds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s not enough to have the content and the hardware. You\u2019ll also need an efficient way of distributing the content throughout a large enterprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Imagine working for a multi-industry company that employs upwards of 100,000 people across the world. How do you distribute the content and set user permissions to all of the employees quickly? Without a dedicated content management system (CMS), the company\u2019s IT department would spend too much of their time downloading and transferring this content to all employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PIXO Apex<\/a> was created to solve issues related to content, hardware compatibility, and distribution on a global scale, to maximize MR\u2019s industry potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is an all-in-one XR content distribution, management, and analytics platform. Apex was created specifically for enterprises and large organizations because of its ease of use in deploying and scaling up for multiple end users. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Using Apex, you can easily license and use PIXO\u2019s Content Collection library<\/a> filled with training titles created by PIXO and other curated content by third party companies. Your company may not need to create its own content, which will save greatly on costs. Within our library for example, PIXO has created and shared numerous safety training titles for manufacturing, utility workers, and first responders, with more experiences being added all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apex also offers a plugin for Unreal developers, which includes templates to aid in the content creation process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Apex makes it easy for 3rd party software developers to upload their MR content<\/a> for licensing to other companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Content distributed on PIXO Apex is compatible with the most popular VR headsets available, from Oculus Quest to HTC Vive or Vive Focus Plus. Whether you\u2019re using standalone or tethered headsets, PIXO Apex will work for your fleet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Users can easily access their MR content using PIXO\u2019s Hub app, which allows users to download and start running content immediately, with no side-loading needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apex offers a cloud-based control center that allows admins to easily distribute MR content, create, and edit user profiles, manage permissions, and collect and view analytic insights. It\u2019s easily scalable for uses ranging from small companies to large enterprises. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Downloading, distributing, and managing content across several end users has never been easier. PIXO Apex allows admins to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Create and edit multiple user profiles for employees, and use authentication to securely access MR content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Easily send MR content to users and their devices. Automatic updates will keep your admin and IT person happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Create user groups and organizations within your company, extend and revoke permissions, and view analytics on custom dashboards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you a company admin looking to implement MR applications across your organization? Or perhaps you\u2019re a software developer looking for a way to distribute your MR content to enterprises. Well, we\u2019ve got you both covered with the PIXO Apex content management system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Photo by My name is Yanick<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Retail and Business<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Engineering and Architecture<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Education<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 3 Problems Enterprise is Facing Distributing Mixed Reality Content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Lack of Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Licensing existing MR content can be more practical than developing new software. But where do you find that content? Who makes it? And how does a licensing agreement work for several end users? It can be hard to navigate the available options in an emerging field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Hardware Decisions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Implementation and Distribution <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Solutions for Mixed Reality Enterprise Distribution <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
PIXO Apex: All-in-One MR Content Management System <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Content Creation and Licensing Made Easy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Cross-platform Compatibility and Hardware Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Distribution and Implementation Simplified<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Grant Access <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Distribute <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Manage <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Getting Started with an MR Content Management System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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