The metaverse represents the next stage of the Internet, enabling billions of people to connect in virtual worlds, experiencing real-life feelings. These public and private decentralised 3D virtual spaces will deliver online digital CX (customer experience) and EX (employee experience), generated by a sense of presence and space, speech, gesture, touch and even smell.
But these are not just spaces to socialise, play games, and shop. Perhaps the platform’s greatest longer-term value is that it will give businesses the potential to build personalised and sustained relationships with customers, and develop immersive experiences for employees, helping them to work more efficiently, collaborate more effectively with colleagues, and attract and retain scarce talent.
However, the industrial metaverse represents a significant opportunity to improve the operational, manufacturing and supply chain processes throughout a product’s lifecycle. It’s a strategic economic shift that will generate new business potential in every sector.
Some forward-thinking clients are already starting to explore how they can use these technologies to create a competitive market advantage. Capgemini has set up its Metaverse-Lab to proactively help shape and execute clients’ metaverse strategies on various horisons, and to coordinate innovative solutions around the world. Capgemini is partnering with Unity, a leading provider of real-time 3D (RT3D) solutions and strong software capabilities. Together we will carry out R&D, provide our clients with state-of-the-art immersive experience solutions, and deliver on end-to-end client projects.
Now is the time for businesses to understand the practical application of the Metaverse and how to explore its future potential. Experience things differently.