Industries are changing and margins are squeezing. It’s inevitable for industrial enterprises to adapt and look for ways to cut down on their costs and improve the productivity of their workforce. Incorporating deep tech into their daily operations is one of the ways industries are implementing to achieve low cost and higher productivity. Lately, the application of Augmented Reality Smart Glasses is revolutionizing industries like manufacturing, automotive, telecom, etc. It integrates digital data into the physical world in order to give workers a more immersive experience for enhanced output from them.
According to Statista, the global sale of AR glasses is expected to rise to 3.9 million units in 2024, which is a huge jump in sales from 0.17 million in 2019. Such a huge rise doesn’t surprise us given the range of benefits industries receive by using smart glasses.
The use of smart glasses is on the rise across industries. However, industries are not looking for only the immersive experience of virtual reality headsets. The driving factor is the ability to see both the blend of digital and physical worlds along with other work-enhancing benefits. Smart glasses are becoming the perfect solution for industries to augment their workforce.
Industrial experts are witnessing how smart glasses help them get more productive by providing the workforce with all the information they need in front of them to accomplish tasks faster and more accurately. This also helps with training new employees, as they can be shown how processes like an assembly line works without having to alter real environment or go through complicated manuals.
AR smart glasses have the potential to transform the way we interact with our surroundings. But, without implementing a customized AR software, it would be difficult for AR glasses to do anything more than just display information on a screen. The software, which is usually an app, should be designed to provide a work customized and seamless experience to the frontline workers.
There are many AR smart glass software currently available in the market. Some of these can be used for gaming, while others can be used for operations in industries such as manufacturing and automotive. For example, in manufacturing, the software can be used to show how to use specific equipment or how to repair a particular component. With the AR glasses, frontline teams can get work instructions, SOPs, guides, etc., in a few clicks. They can also connect with experts without any hindrance in their ongoing task.
The current usage of AR smart glasses in industries like manufacturing is a testament of Gartner prediction on smart glasses “have the most impact on the heavy industry, such as manufacturing.”
The use of software on AR smart glasses is increasing exponentially as the technology is evolving. As with any other technological innovation, AR glasses will only reach their full potential when they are paired with software that is designed specifically for them. And that is not a challenge as, in a survey, 40% of consumers say that they would pay more for customized AR solutions. Currently, many industries are already using AR smart glass software to optimize glasses as per their requirements.
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Let’s have a look at the three mMost Prominent Benefits Of AR Smart Glass Software.
Hands-free operation
One of the top benefits of AR Smart Glasses is their ability to let workforce operate hands-free. It makes it possible for them to work in any different environmental conditions safely as they don’t have to spend time taking their hands off the machinery to look at a manual or consult other people for help.
With the help of AR smart glasses, workers can easily access information about how to perform tasks, where to find parts and equipment, and even how to troubleshoot any problems that may arise.
Enterprises like DHL resort to AR powered wearables to address surging demands by drastically improving worker efficiency and operational performance during the pandemic.
Plutomen Workflow is an AR-based work instructions software by Plutomen that can help workers by providing smart manuals for hands-free operations. It includes work instructions with step-by-step visuals, which help workers to get jobs done quickly and efficiently. It can be used in cases like-
Voice command-enabled AR smart glasses have been introduced to the workforce in automotive, manufacturing, and telecom industries. In these industries, workers have to wear heavy protective equipment that can lead to injury. Voice commands lower the risk of injury and makes it easier for workers to communicate with other workers and send commands to the AR glasses.
Voice command also allows workers to work more efficiently because they do not have to constantly look at their screens or any other devices to type commands. This makes it easier for workers who work in hazardous environments where they might get injured if they have to look elsewhere too often.
Workers can use the voice commands on AR smart glasses in various ways. For example, they can guide a worker through a step-by-step process, or they could use it to switch visuals while working on machinery.
The benefits of voice command AR intelligent glasses are endless, and they will only get better over time.
With the use of integrated two-way voice and video communication, field service technicians can better understand the problem they are trying to solve. It also helps them identify potential risks and come up with solutions faster.
It is not just about being able to see the customer’s equipment while they are on site. Field service technicians can speak with engineers or other subject-matter experts using AR glasses while showing them the customer’s equipment. This will help them identify the problem faster and fix it more quickly, which will increase customer satisfaction.
AR glasses are not only to solve customer issues but it is also being used to solve internal machinery issues as well. The expert sitting at one factory can guide a technician working in the other factory resolve the issue.
The remote assistance and collaboration platform helps enterprises increase the productivity of the frontline teams and support them in resolving complex problems. AR solutions like Plutomen Connect enable frontline workers to connect remotely via video and voice with customers and experts. This proactive approach helps fill the communication gap between remote workers and reduces error and more efficiency.
The future of AR for smart glasses looks promising because it offers a new way for people to interact with their surroundings. Smart glasses have the potential to make AR mainstream. It has been used in many different industries and has the potential to be penetrate further. Such an implementation would ultimately increase quality control, facilitate workflow standardization, provide faster and more reliable solutions, save money on management and training, to name a few.
AR smart glasses come packed with numerous high-tech features. Now, it would be interesting to see how software evolves to unlock the full potential of AR smart glasses. In the future, AR software will open the new doors of possibilities.
With an industrial AR technology partner like Plutomen, you can implement self-assistance, work assistance and remote collaboration solutions through AR powered wearables. It helps you communicate with different departments, collaborate with experts and customers for troubleshooting and MRO, and conclude faster with a high first-time fix rate. Plutomen offers a variety of solutions – collaborate remotely with Connect, create digitized workflows with Workflow, and provide next-gen training with Assist. Book a demo of AR powered smart glasses today!
With 10+ years' experience of Hiren Kanani has helped Plutomen ensure smooth communication between the company and the client for swift project delivery with fewer iterations. He is CTO & founder at Plutomen.
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