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Watch this webinar to discover practical insights into how Xcel Energy successfully implemented virtual reality (VR) training into their organization including what worked, what didn’t, and how they overcame key challenges along the way.
Meeting safety requirements in a high-risk industry while moving away from outdated training materials.
Overcoming a lack of internal VR development expertise and integrating VR into the existing Learning Management System (LMS).
Securing user buy-in for VR training and keeping training materials up-to-date with industry changes.
Xcel Energy opted for internal VR content creation using Facilitate's no-code platform to control costs and allow Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to easily create and contribute.
They began with a pilot program and employed a collaborative team approach involving SMEs, instructional designers, and content builders.
VR training was integrated into their existing Learning Management System (LMS) to track progress.
They used an iterative development process, emphasizing testing and user feedback to refine the VR training content.
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VR cut expensive physical training needs like travel and equipment, enabling scalable and efficient onboarding for a rapidly expanding workforce.
VR created a risk-free environment for Xcel Energy employees to explore hazardous worksites and equipment, boosting workforce preparedness while avoiding operational disruptions.
Immersive VR training engaged a new, digitally-native workforce, making learning more effective and serving as a powerful tool to attract and retain dynamic talent in a transforming industry.
Don't jump in without a clear roadmap. Careful consideration of pilot programs, desired outcomes, and potential challenges from the outset lays a solid foundation for successful integration and scaling.
Combining subject matter expertise with instructional design skills as well as including IT and technology experts was required to get the new technology deployed and integrated into Xcel Energy's ecosystem.
Facilitate's no-code VR Creation Platform allowed Xcel Energy SMEs to easily participate in the creation process. This empowered SMEs to quickly create and scale high-quality training content.
Promoting the value of VR training by showcasing it and addressing user concerns are vital for adoption. Additionally, providing an alternative option to VR headset usage from the beginning was important.
Watch this webinar to discover how Xcel Energy, a leading US electric and natural gas energy company, successfully implemented VR training using Facilitate.
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