Showing posts with label augmented reality. Show all posts
Showing posts with label augmented reality. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Transforming Workforce Training Through Spatial Computing: Greg Meyers at Augmented Enterprise Summit 2025

Leading the Conversation on Immersive Workforce Development

Last month, ForgeFX Simulations had the honor of taking the stage at BrainXchange’s Augmented Enterprise Summit 2025 in Dallas, TX—one of the industry’s premier gatherings for enterprise XR and spatial computing innovation. Representing ForgeFX, CEO and Co-Founder Greg Meyers presented his session, “Transforming Workforce Training Through Spatial Computing,” sharing insights drawn from more than two decades at the forefront of immersive learning technology.
Transforming Workforce Training Through Spatial Computing: Greg Meyers at Augmented Enterprise Summit 2025
Transforming Workforce Training Through Spatial Computing

In an era where industries are redefining how they train, upskill, and empower their workforce, Greg’s talk offered a clear message: spatial computing isn’t a futuristic experiment—it’s a proven, high-impact tool reshaping workforce development at scale.

“For more than 20 years, our team at ForgeFX has been helping organizations reimagine workforce development—leveraging immersive simulations and spatial computing to make training safer, more scalable, and more effective.”
— Greg Meyers, CEO, ForgeFX Simulations

A Legacy of Innovation in Simulation-Based Training

Under Greg’s leadership, ForgeFX Simulations has grown into a leading developer of custom virtual and augmented reality training solutions for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global enterprises. The company’s portfolio spans industries as demanding as mining, energy, defense, and aerospace—each requiring precision, safety, and performance at the highest levels.
ForgeFX Simulations: Custom Simulation Software Development
ForgeFX Simulations

From early virtual reality simulators for Komatsu and JLG Industries to advanced augmented reality training platforms for the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), ForgeFX has continually pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in immersive learning.
EWAT HoloTrainer Simulator by ForgeFX Simulations for JPEO-CBRND
EWAT HoloTrainer

These projects are more than technical achievements—they represent a broader mission: to accelerate skills acquisition, improve operational safety, and deliver measurable ROI through the power of simulation.

Inside the Presentation: The Power of Spatial Computing in Training


At Augmented Enterprise Summit, Greg explored how AR, VR, mixed reality, and spatial computing are transforming the way people learn complex, high-stakes tasks. 
ForgeFX Simulations Immersive Training Simulators

Backed by real-world data from ForgeFX customer deployments, the session showcased how immersive learning outperforms traditional methods across multiple key performance indicators:

⏱ 20–40% faster training compared to traditional instruction
💲 20–30% reduction in fuel and maintenance costs
🚀 40–70% faster skill acquisition
💡 30–50% lower total training costs
✈️ 30–60% reduction in travel and downtime
📈 20–50% acceleration in time-to-market

These results underscore what ForgeFX clients already know: simulation-based training isn’t just effective—it’s transformative. By enabling learners to make mistakes safely in virtual environments and understand real-world consequences, ForgeFX solutions drive retention, confidence, and performance.

“We design custom immersive training simulators that challenge learners, provoke mistakes, and reveal consequences—because the best lessons often come from failure, not from success.”
— Greg Meyers

A Community Driving the Future of Enterprise XR


Greg’s presentation was met with enthusiasm and curiosity from an audience of XR professionals, enterprise leaders, and innovators all working toward the same goal: unlocking the potential of immersive technology for real-world impact.
ForgeFX Simulations Laser Screed Training Simulator for Somero Enterprises
Somero Enterprises Laser Screed Training Simulator by ForgeFX

ForgeFX extends heartfelt thanks to BrainXchange for hosting another outstanding summit—and to the attendees, sponsors, and fellow presenters whose energy and insight made the event such a success. The conversations that followed Greg’s talk—about scalability, integration, and ROI—highlighted a shared belief that spatial computing is the new standard for workforce training.

The event also underscored a broader trend: enterprises are no longer experimenting with XR—they’re operationalizing it, developing and deploying products, and generating revenue from XR training. 
JLG Industries Access Ready Fusion XR Training Simulator by ForgeFX
JLG AccessReady Fusion XR by ForgeFX

From training operators in high-risk environments to preparing technicians for complex maintenance procedures, immersive learning is delivering tangible returns across industries.

Thought Leadership and Real-World Expertise


As a recognized thought leader in immersive learning and simulation design, Greg Meyers continues to speak at major industry conferences and collaborate with global partners to bring emerging technologies into practical use. His expertise spans:

  • Interactive 3D simulation development
  • VR/AR/MR deployment strategies
  • Enterprise-scale training program design
  • Quantifying ROI and performance improvement through immersive technology

Through these initiatives, ForgeFX continues to bridge the gap between innovation and implementation—helping organizations turn emerging XR technologies into proven, results-driven tools.

Watch the Full Presentation


If you couldn’t attend Augmented Enterprise Summit 2025, you can now watch Greg’s full presentation online: https://www.youtube.com/live/9jUSJS3Jvog


In the talk, Greg walks through the evolution of simulation-based learning, real-world success stories, and what’s next for enterprise XR as spatial computing becomes central to workforce development strategies worldwide.

The Next Chapter of Immersive Workforce Training


At ForgeFX Simulations, we believe the future of learning is experiential, measurable, and immersive. By empowering people to learn by doing—within realistic, consequence-rich simulations—we help organizations build safer, smarter, and more capable workforces.

We’re inspired by the growing momentum behind spatial computing and proud to be shaping its trajectory alongside our partners and clients.

If your organization is ready to explore how simulation-based XR training can drive measurable ROI for your workforce, we’d love to connect:

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Experience ForgeFX Simulations at Augmented World Expo USA 2024

We're thrilled to announce that we'll be showcasing our cutting-edge simulation solutions at Augmented World Expo (AWE) in Long Beach, CA from June 18-20, 2024! 

ForgeFX Simulations Exhibiting at Augmented World Expo USA in Long Beach, CA
ForgeFX Simulations Booth 920 at AWE USA 2024

Come visit us at Booth 920 at Augmented World Expo USA 2024Augmented World Expo USA 2024 to experience firsthand how our immersive software is revolutionizing industries with augmented, virtual and mixed reality simulators.


Friday, March 22, 2024

Comparison of Spatial Visualization Techniques for Radiation in Augmented Reality

The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology has published a research paper titled "Comparison of Spatial Visualization Techniques for Radiation in Augmented Reality." 

This comprehensive research paper includes a number of programs currently being used in the space, including the mixed reality interactive digital twin application that ForgeFX is working on with the JPEO for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense and the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)



Wednesday, November 01, 2023

Global XR Conference 2023

If you're attending the Global XR Conference this year, please plan on attending the session that ForgeFX CEO, Greg Meyers, will be presenting, titled, Affordably Developing Custom VR Training Simulators. This session will discuss a number of strategies for developing VR training simulators affordably as well as provide a number of case studies of organizations the speaker has worked with to successfully develop VR training simulators.
https://www.youtube.com/live/6e79cHTRTMA?si=wektIcESpKET707

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

ForgeFX Simulations & MRIGlobal Develop an Augmented Reality CBRN Detection Device Training Simulator for US Military

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ -- The U.S. Department of Defense Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) has contracted MRIGlobal and ForgeFX Simulations to develop an augmented reality (AR) CBRN detection device training simulator. The Enhanced Warfighter Augmented Trainer (EWAT), or HoloTrainer, is a training simulator designed specifically for the Joint Project Manager Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Special Operations Forces (JPM CBRN SOF) to provide first responders and warfighters with the best possible training to identify hazardous materials and situations accurately.
The training simulator program is powered by a Microsoft HoloLens 2, projecting holographic interactive digital twins of physical devices. The application includes guided training lessons for all major functions the device performs, with voice-over-narration and text instruction. Users can learn at their own pace, by doing actual tasks and steps needed to master use of the real-world device. In addition, the HoloTrainer allows users to train with physical devices, seeing holographically projected animations and instructions on the heads-up-display (HUD) in front of them, allowing them to keep their hands on the device at all times. The application also supports networked multi-user connectivity, enabling trainers and trainees to work together remotely as if in the same room. Read the full press release here: https://www.einpresswire.com/article/636692119/forgefx-simulations-mriglobal-develop-an-augmented-reality-cbrn-detection-device-training-simulator-for-us-military

Wednesday, February 08, 2023

ForgeFX Simulations at Augmented World Expo USA 2023

Come visit us at AWE 2023 in Santa Clara, CA from May 31 - June 2.
ForgeFX Simulations at Augmented World Expo 2023
Discover the cutting-edge technologies and innovations that are shaping the future, and stop by booth #736 to meet with us, and learn about the latest trends and advancements in the field of augmented and virtual reality training. https://aweusa2023.expofp.com/?forgefx-simulations

Monday, December 12, 2022

CBRND HoloTrainer at 2022 Chemical and Biological Defense Science &Technology (CBD S&T) Conference

The CBRND HoloTrainer is an augmented reality device training simulator built for the Microsoft HoloLens 2 by ForgeFX Simulations and MRIGlobal. The CBRND HoloTrainer instructs trainees in the familiarization, operation, and maintenance of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear detection devices by providing holographically-projected interactive 3D virtual versions of the devices for trainees to train on.
Peter Anderson, Principal Engineer at MRIGlobal, demonstrates the CBRND HoloTrainer, a suite of augmented reality device training simulators developed by MRIGlobal and ForgeFX Simulations, at the 2022 Chemical and Biological Defense Science and Technology Conference in San Francisco, California. https://forgefx.com/simulation-projects/augmented-reality-device-training-simulators/

Tuesday, November 08, 2022

ForgeFX Simulations and MRIGlobal Deliver Augmented Reality Mission Planner

ForgeFX Simulations is honored to be a long-standing training simulator development partner of renowned Midwest research institute MRIGlobal. ForgeFX collaborated with MRIGlobal to develop Checkpoint, an augmented reality tabletop mission planning prototype application built for the Microsoft HoloLens 2. This application was recently recognized by the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) with a 2021 SPARK award for Multidimensional Understanding. SPARK awards are granted to identify novel approaches for delivering the best solutions for countering weapons of mass destruction (CWMD) and CBRND capabilities to the warfighter in the shortest amount of time.
The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Defense provides funding for transformative projects via the SPARK initiative, JPEO-CBRND's idea incubator. The SPARK Innovation Initiative provides "venture capital" for emerging JPEO program areas before they become free-standing funded programs. A development team composed of ForgeFX and MRIGlobal members submitted a proposal for an augmented reality mission planner prototype which was awarded development funding via SPARK. 


Monday, August 01, 2022

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

MRIGlobal Award From The Joint Project Lead For Chemical, Biological, Radiological, And Nuclear Special Operations Forces Expands Use Of Augmented Reality Technology For Defense Training

 KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MRIGlobal was awarded a program by The Joint Project Lead for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Special Operations Forces (JPL CBRN SOF) to expand and extend the use of augmented reality technology to provide flexible, anytime/anywhere device familiarization, operations, and maintenance training for the warfighter.

In a continuing partnership with ForgeFX Simulations, a team of engineers will design, develop, and deliver Microsoft HoloLens training applications for a series of field-deployed CBRN sensors. The warfighter will then be able to experience flexible, self-directed, multi-user, and remote device training with or without (i.e. virtual hologram) access to the CBRN sensors.

https://apnews.com/press-release/pr-newswire/business-technology-6f1fee39bb50bc216fcc683220dc9320

“Our efforts with ForgeFX Simulations to design, develop and deliver Microsoft HoloLens training modules is a great example of how recent technological advancements are accelerating the development of novel applications and capabilities for use in training the next generation warfighter,” said Dean Gray, Ph.D., Vice President of Defense, MRIGlobal. “Ultimately this training supports our soldiers to more efficiently and proficiently prepare for their operational missions.”

About MRIGlobal

MRIGlobal addresses some of the world’s greatest threats and challenges. Founded in 1944 as an independent, non-profit organization, we perform contract research for government, industry, and academia. Our customized solutions in national security and defense and health include research and development capabilities in clinical research support, infectious disease and biological threat agent detection, global biological engagement, in vitro diagnostics, and laboratory management and operations. MRIGlobal is one of two partners in the Alliance for Sustainable Energy, LLC, which manages and operates the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in Golden, Colorado, for the U.S. Department of Energy. For more information, visit mriglobal.org

About ForgeFX Simulations

ForgeFX is a training simulation software development company. Founded in 2002, ForgeFX develops high-quality custom interactive 3D simulation and visualization software products for clients across a wide array of industries. Leveraging high-fidelity 3D graphics and game engine development tools, ForgeFX provides virtual and augmented reality application development services for clients who are looking to distribute interactive simulation-based training solutions. Our training products—employed by industries including national defense, healthcare, pharmaceutical, insurance, mining, construction, and transportation—produce measurable improvements in trainee engagement and knowledge retention. For more information, visit forgefx.com


Wednesday, November 23, 2016

ForgeFX Simulations at I/ITSEC 2016

ForgeFX Simulations is excited to be exhibiting at I/ITSEC 2016 next week in Orlando, Florida. I/ITSEC, the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference, is the world's largest modeling, simulation, and training conference. http://www.iitsec.org/


If you're attending I/ITSEC this year, please stop by and visit ForgeFX Simulations at booth #2807. This year we're featuring a collection of the VR-based training simulators that we've developed, and are excited to demonstrate these simulators to all of the attendees who drop by our booth. 

ForgeFX President, Greg Meyers, will be presenting a session at the Innovation Showcase (booth #2949) on Tuesday 11/29 at 2:30pm. Greg's session, VR-Based Training Simulators, Developed Economically, will focus on the affordable production of VR-based training simulators, how organizations can leverage this technology, and the return on investment which they can expect. 

The ForgeFX team is looking forward to seeing everyone at I/ITSEC this year, demonstrating our latest work, and talking with everyone about training simulation development—we'll see you there!

Thursday, July 14, 2016

ForgeFX Simulations at SIGGRAPH 2016

ForgeFX Simulations is excited to be exhibiting at SIGGRAPH 2016 which will take place in Anaheim, CA from July 24th through July 28th. Front and center in our booth will be the VR-based aircraft deicing simulator ForgeFX is developing for Global Ground Support.



Please visit us at booth #260 to see a collection of the latest simulation-based training solutions we've been working on, including a number of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications.

The 43rd SIGGRAPH Conference on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques is a five-day interdisciplinary educational experience, featuring the world's most prestigious forum for computer graphics research, creative adventures in digital media, immersive realities, emerging interactive technologies, advanced mobile systems, and hands-on opportunities for creative collaboration.


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