Virti

Virti is an immersive learning platform that leverages extended reality (XR), virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide engaging training that improves performance.

The company operates globally with teams based in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Taiwan.

Virti’s core business is to provide leading organizations with the tools to create, learn, analyze, and scale immersive learning content.

Virti immersive learning technologies are used by organizations globally including Amazon, Cedars-Sinai, NHS, HTC VIVE, HM Revenue and Customs, Frontier, NIH, and more.

History
Virti was established in 2017 to address the challenges faced by learners in complex roles, such as difficulties accessing traditional learning and a lack of opportunities to practice and improve their skills. Dr. Alex Young, the founder, introduced Virti to the market as an innovative training solution that enables professionals to create immersive learning content, transforming how people learn and perform in their jobs.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Virti's technology was used to train healthcare workers in the UK and US. The company's platform was used to train over 300 doctors at Cedars-Sinai hospital in Los Angeles in skills such as assessing patient symptoms and performing CPR while wearing protective gear. The UK's National Health Service (NHS) also used Virti's technology to train staff on the correct use of personal protective equipment and how to interact with patients and their families.

Technology
Virti's platform uses VR and AR to create immersive training scenarios. These scenarios can be accessed via a VR headset or a tablet, allowing for flexible training options. The platform also uses AI to provide detailed feedback and metrics on the trainee's performance, helping to identify areas where further practice may be needed.

One of the key features of Virti's platform is the use of "virtual patients". These are AI-powered animations that interact with the trainee, testing their skills in areas such as empathy and communication. The virtual patients can respond to the trainee's actions in real-time, providing a realistic and responsive training environment.

Impact
Virti's technology has been used in various sectors, including healthcare and education. In healthcare, the platform has been used to train doctors and nurses in skills such as patient assessment and CPR. It has also been used to improve communication skills and bedside manner, with the aim of improving patient outcomes

In education, Virti's technology has been used to provide immersive learning experiences for students. For example, the platform has been used to simulate socially distanced science experiments for school students.

In sports, Virti's technology has been used by cricketers in Bristol to stay on top form during the off-season