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A Manager's Guide To Augmented Reality
Harvard Business Review

As AR becomes increasingly important to marketing strategies it is crucial for managers to stay on top of how this tech can benefit their organisations. Harvard Business Review has created a package of three posts about what AR is, how its applications are evolving, and why it is so important. Read more

Virtual And Augmented Reality Can Protect The American Workforce
Fast Company

AR and VR are used by some of the world’s biggest employers to offer safe, quick and efficient training solutions. AR is particularly useful for training workers in new technology -- it can project 3D tutorials onto new devices or machinery in real time. These applications of AR and VR are proving crucial to empowering workers as new tech is introduced across industries. Read more

Artificial Intelligence to change the travel industry: Interview
Digital Journal

AI is predicted to enhance the entire travel industry supply chain in the near future. For instance, AI can assist travel agents to find the best travel solution for their clients. The volume of data AI can analyse makes this tech particularly beneficial for addressing the most complex requests. The industry is also anticipating more advanced AI chat bots to help consumers book flights and hotels to enhance customer service. Read more

Artificial Intelligence Is Here And It Wants To Revolutionize Psychiatry
Forbes

Psychiatry professionals are using artificial intelligence as a tool for diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. It is proving crucial in identifying people who may need help by analysing patterns in online behaviour. According to Forbes many people feel more comfortable sharing their feelings with machines that cannot judge, only help. Time will tell if AI will be replacing our shrinks anytime soon. Read more