By joining AREA, P&C Solution aims to collaborate with global leaders in the AR ecosystem, contribute to technical standards, and expand opportunities for interoperability and integration in industrial environments.

“We are excited to join the AREA and connect with AR innovators worldwide,” said Chiwon Choi, CEO of P&C Solution. “Through this membership, we hope to share insights from our real-world deployments, stay ahead of emerging trends, and strengthen partnerships that can accelerate enterprise adoption of AR technologies.”

“P&C Solution is a valued new member of the AREA,” said Mark Sage, AREA Executive Director. “Their experience deploying AR glasses and XR simulators in mission-critical enterprise and defense industries will help us further the adoption of enterprise AR and XR solutions across many industries.”

About P&C Solution

Since its inception in 2015, P&C Solution has evolved into a leading XR glasses company in Korea. We launched our first XR Glasses in 2018, driven by the development of XR Simulator at an early stage. We have since conducted continuous research and investment, as a consequence of which we launched the XR Glasses business in earnest in 2020. We are currently focusing our R&D efforts on the metaverse platform applicable to XR Glasses.

About the AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA)

The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website.

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AMPP joined AREA to help integrate augmented reality (AR) technologies into its core markets, where immersive, real-time tools are poised to transform workforce training, asset lifecycle management, and field operations. With decades of experience developing global standards, certifications, and professional education, AMPP is uniquely positioned to shape and adopt AR applications that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

“Joining AREA allows AMPP to collaborate with a global network of innovators and enterprise leaders who are unlocking the potential of augmented reality,” said Jennifer Rogers, Senior Director of Education at AMPP. “AR is a transformational tool that can elevate our industries by improving training outcomes, reducing downtime, and enhancing infrastructure resilience. Through AREA, we’re eager to help shape the future of AR-enabled standards and share insights that support safer, smarter, and more sustainable operations.”

By partnering with AREA, AMPP adds its voice to a growing ecosystem of technology developers and enterprise adopters committed to advancing practical, scalable AR solutions. The collaboration supports AMPP’s ongoing efforts to integrate emerging technologies that improve the performance and longevity of critical infrastructure worldwide.

“We’re excited to welcome AMPP to the AREA community. As a materials protection and performance leader, AMPP’s expertise aligns perfectly with our mission to advance enterprise AR adoption,” said Mark Sage, Executive Director of AREA. “Their insights will be invaluable in driving safety, efficiency, and quality across industries. AMPP’s membership strengthens our alliance and highlights the growing recognition of AR’s transformative potential. We look forward to collaborating with AMPP to shape the future of enterprise AR.”

About the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) is a global leader dedicated to protecting assets and enhancing the performance of industrial and natural materials. Established in 2021, AMPP brings together nearly 150 years of combined expertise from legacy organizations to advance solutions that enhance safety, security, and sustainability across industries. Serving more than 36,000 members in over 150 countries, AMPP is the largest organization of its kind, providing innovative standards, certifications, training, and resources to its members. Headquartered in the United States with offices in Houston and Pittsburgh, AMPP also operates regional offices in Brazil, Canada, China, Dubai (training center), Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. www.ampp.org 

About the AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA)

The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website.

Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of the Object Management Group. For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

“In an era of escalating cyber threats, businesses must adopt robust security strategies and cultivate a culture of trust to protect their reputation, strengthen stakeholder relationships, maintain a competitive edge, and achieve long-term success,” said Bassam Zarkout, VP at IGnPower and co-chair of OMG’s Thought Leadership Group. “This is especially critical in the industrial sector, where interconnected systems and digital technologies heighten vulnerabilities to cyberattacks and data breaches.”

The edition features a diverse collection of articles that delve into various aspects of security and trustworthiness, offering actionable insights and thought leadership on the following topics:

• Building Trust Through Empirical Verification of Software – Consortium for Software Information Quality (CISQ)
• Threat Modeling Method for Digital Twins based on Platform Stack Architectural Framework – Kaspersky
• Making the Case for Security: The missing capabilities in the current cybersecurity approaches – KDM Analytics
• Integrity & Transparency for Trustworthy Supply Chain Insights from Sustainability Regulations – MITRE –
• Digital Twins: Cross-Sector Data Risk Analysis and Legal Implications – Nishith Desai Associates
• Emerging Zero Trust Technologies: Human and Technology Journey – Northrup Grumman
• Building Trust in Innovation Practices – RTX Corporation
• Quantum Communications for Security and Quantum Computing – Toshiba and Safe Quantum Inc.

JoI articles have covered diverse topics and themes, including industry digital transformation, data in the industrial internet, solutions at the digital edge, the role of IoT in enabling rapid response to Covid, industrial artificial intelligence, intelligent transportation, innovations in digital twins, smart cities, smart factories, trustworthiness, and many more. Download current and past editions of OMG’s JoI.

About OMG
The Object Management Group® (OMG®) is an international, open membership, not-for-profit technology standards consortium with representation from government, industry and academia. OMG Task Forces develop enterprise integration standards for a wide range of technologies and an even wider range of industries. OMG’s modeling standards enable powerful visual design, execution and maintenance of software and other processes. Visit www.omg.org for more information.

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Where many AR solutions aim to fill the user’s entire field of view, Amalgamated Vision takes a different path. Its lightweight display systems present critical information only when needed and just outside the standard line of sight—providing subtle, high-clarity visual cues that support real-time decision-making without visual clutter or cognitive overload.

“For more than a decade, we’ve questioned the dominant narrative about what AR should look like,” said CEO Adam Davis. “We’re building tools for people who need focus, not distraction—whether they’re servicing an aircraft on the tarmac or performing complicated medical tasks in remote, high-risk environments.”

Amalgamated Vision collaborates with U.S. defense and aerospace partners on cutting-edge use cases, including aircraft maintenance and remote medical guidance for future space missions.

“Joining AREA allows us to engage with a community that understands both the promise and the complexity of enterprise AR,” Davis added. “It’s the right forum for sharing our vision and connecting with like-minded partners who can help bring it to scale.”

“We are thrilled to have Amalgamated Vision as a member of the AREA,” said Mark Sage, Executive Director of AREA. “Their innovative approach to AR—delivering mission-critical data through unobtrusive, retinal-based displays—addresses a major challenge in high-risk enterprise environments. Their work across defense, aerospace, and medical sectors exemplifies the forward-thinking use cases that help drive the industry forward.”

About Amalgamated Vision

Amalgamated Vision is a forward-thinking technology company dedicated to developing groundbreaking micro-projector optical devices for visual augmentation. With a team of experts in laser optics, micro-electrical-mechanical systems, and human-digital interface, the startup is at the forefront of innovation in personal, portable, wearable displays. For more information, visit www.amalgamatedvison.com or contact Paula Katkin, Chief of Marketing, at [email protected]

About the AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA)

The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website.

Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of the Object Management Group. For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

“As AR gains traction across industries, enterprises seek more accessible ways to create and deploy immersive experiences. Traditional AR development often requires deep technical knowledge, costly resources, and lengthy timelines — barriers that have limited adoption-to-pilots, proofs-of-concept, and wider deployments,” said Mark Sage, Executive Director of the AREA. “Low-code and no-code platforms offer a practical and promising entry point for enterprises looking to adopt AR, especially for teams with limited technical resources.”

The report:

• Introduces the core concepts of low-code and no-code platforms and explains how they intersect with AR technologies.
• Maps the low-code and no-code to-full-code spectrum, helping organizations understand usability, customization, scalability, and security trade-offs.
• Provides industry case studies across manufacturing, healthcare, education, and marketing, demonstrating successful enterprise adoption.
• Offers a decision matrix to help organizations evaluate platform suitability for AR needs.
• Highlights both the opportunities and potential pitfalls of low-code and no-code solutions, such as superficial deployments, technical limitations, and long-term scalability concerns.

Download a summary of the Low-Code/No-Code Solutions for Enterprise AR research report. This complete and detailed report was prepared by AREA member Avrio Analytics, under contract with the AREA. Become an AREA member

About the AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA)

The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website.

Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of the Object Management Group. For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

“Innovation knows no bounds, and the AREA is proud to have been at the forefront of driving technological advancements and fostering collaboration within the AR ecosystem,” said Mark Sage, Executive Director of the AREA. “As we embark on the next chapter of our journey, we are excited to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with AR and shaping the future of enterprise technology.”

Established in 2014, the AREA was born out of recognizing that AR held transformative potential for industries worldwide. With the mission to facilitate dialogue, share best practices, and advocate for AR adoption, the alliance united industry leaders, innovators, and experts to explore the vast possibilities of AR technology. Over the past decade, the AREA has achieved significant milestones:

• Overcoming Barriers to Adoption: Collaboratively, our members have diligently identified, classified, and prioritized AR security, safety, and human factors risks, culminating in developing comprehensive risk reduction recommendations.
• Collaborative Research Initiatives: The AREA has spearheaded groundbreaking research projects, fostering collaboration between industry stakeholders and academia to advance AR technologies and applications.
• Knowledge Sharing and Education: Through workshops, webinars, and conferences, the AREA has served as a knowledge hub, equipping professionals with the insights and skills needed to harness the full potential of AR in their respective fields.
• Strategic Partnerships: The AREA has forged partnerships with leading technology companies, startups, and research institutions, driving innovation and accelerating the adoption of AR across diverse industries.

“We envision a future where AR seamlessly integrates into everyday workflows, unlocking new possibilities for productivity, efficiency, and creativity,” Sage added.

About the AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA)

The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website.

Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of the Object Management Group. For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

“The JoI now has an expanded scope to include articles from OMG’s consortia, including the OMG Standards Development Organization, the Augmented Reality for Enterprise Alliance (AREA), and Digital Twin Consortium® (DTC),” said Bassam Zarkout, CEO of IGnPower and Co-chair of OMG’s Thought Leadership Group. “We are thrilled to present the latest edition of the JoI under the expanded scope. This edition explores the theme of Pioneering Innovations in Aviation and Aerospace.”

The three articles in this edition include:

• Guiding Supply Chain Security in Aeronautic Development – by MITRE and Boeing – Assessing aeronautics supply chain risks is complex due to the lack of standardized risk sets, evaluation practices, and result communication methods. This article proposes leveraging System of Trust™ (SoT) to address these challenges. The article also discusses NASA’s effort to demonstrate real-world consequences and cost impacts on Boeing and Airbus due to supply structure changes and volatility. This work leveraged MITRE’s efforts to standardize security measurement and demonstrate its application and outcomes.
• Advancing Space Technology for ISAM Maturity and Success – by Dassault Systèmes – Like the golden age of flight 100 years ago, today we are in the golden age of commercial space. New space missions – in this case, In-Space Service, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) – enable space capabilities to expand the space economy, improve life on Earth, and extend our use of space farther than ever.
• Digital Engineering Enables Innovative Hardware Integration Opportunities in Aerospace – by SimVentions – Avionics systems need reliability and redundancy but face budget and time constraints. The US Navy’s Hardware Open Systems Technology (HOST) standard provides a modular and open approach for hardware interoperability and reuse. However, reliance on homegrown tools limits its long-term value and data reliability. SimVentions’ research for the US Navy led to the creation of the HOST Hardware Integration Toolkit (HHITS), demonstrating DE’s value in enabling transformative automation and integration for avionics systems.

JoI articles have covered diverse topics and themes, including industry digital transformation, data in the industrial internet, solutions at the digital edge, the role of IoT in enabling rapid response to Covid, industrial artificial intelligence, intelligent transportation, innovations in digital twins, smart cities, smart factories, trustworthiness, and many more. Download current and past editions of OMG’s JoI.

About OMG
When tech organizations, governments, and academia must solve discrete pieces of a technology puzzle or discuss matters of common interest, they often seek to join or form a consortium. Since 1989, Object Management Group®️ (OMG®️) has created and nurtured a productive community with common technology interests and problems to resolve. OMG communities include Augmented Reality Enterprise Alliance (AREA), Consortium for Information and Software Quality™ (CISQ™), Digital Twin Consortium®️ (DTC), and OMG Standards Development Organization (SDO®). OMG is global, not-for-profit, and vendor-neutral. Visit OMG.

About the AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA)
The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website.

Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of the Object Management Group. For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

The infographic has ten sections for AR Security. The sections contain the risks and considerations related to the topic within AR. Each section has a summary to the left when it is clicked on. There is a detailed page for the section when clicking the ‘LEARN MORE’ button.

“AR headsets pose unique security risks for businesses. Traditional mobile security isn’t enough,” said Mark Sage, Executive Director of the AREA. “Vendors, IT departments, and users share responsibility for securing AR.”

The sections include:

Attack Surface—Pathways to infiltrate and corrupt data.

• Connection Abuse—Enterprises contain AR devices that connect many mobile devices. Understanding the network connections and potential threats at all levels is essential.
• Physical Breach—AR devices pose unique security risks because they collect real-world data (audio, video, location), unlike traditional IT systems.
• System Breach—AR devices introduce new security risks beyond those of mobile devices.

Data Domains – Nefarious agents use these domains to eavesdrop, pilfer, and exploit enterprises.

• Trust Exploitation/Data Extraction—AR devices pose unique security challenges due to their ability to interact with the physical world.
• External Services/Physical World Data—AR devices collect vast user data through cameras, sensors, and microphones.
• Environment/Object/Visual Manipulation—AR devices introduce unique security risks for businesses. Unlike traditional IT systems, AR devices collect real-world data (audio, video, location) that attackers can exploit.

Considerations –

• Configuration & Management/Integrity Protection—AR devices face mobile device security challenges, including logging, malware detection, and incident response.
• Root of Trust/Physical Security—AR devices require a hardware root of trust for core security functions due to their unique hardware and complexity.
• I/O Security/Identity—AR’s unique hardware and data collection require careful security assessment of all components to minimize confidentiality, integrity, and availability risks.
• Access Control/Monitoring & Analysis—AR’s new voice, gesture, and gaze controls make strong passwords difficult for secure access. Biometrics offers a solution, but integrating them securely company-wide is complex.

The AREA Security Committee member companies and Brainwaive LLC contributed expert insight to completing the AR Security Infographic.

About the AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA)

The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website.

Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of the Object Management Group. For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

The awards recognize faculty members for their work in any of five science and technology disciplines: engineering and applied science; life sciences; mathematics and computer science; physical sciences; and policy, management or education. GDIT’s award funds research in supply chain innovation while The AREA’s award focuses on augmented reality in the workplace.

“Each year, ORAU supports the research and professional development of emerging leaders at the universities who are members of our consortium,” said Ken Tobin, ORAU chief research and university partnerships officer. “The Powe Award program is always extremely popular and very competitive. We are grateful to join with GDIT and The AREA in expanding the research focus of these awards.”

“The AREA is excited about supporting faculty research in higher education to support the use of AR in the enterprise,” said Mark Sage, AREA executive director. “Our mission is to further the adoption of interoperable AR-enabled enterprise systems.”

Alex McGuire, GDIT’s vice president and supply chain officer, added, “As a supply chain innovator, we’re honored to support ORAU grant recipients and their research to advance and apply next-generation science and technology.”

The Powe recipients, each of whom is in the first two years of a tenure track position, will receive $5,000 in seed money for the 2024-25 academic year to enhance their research during the early stages of their careers. Each recipient’s institution matches the Powe award with an additional $5,000, making the total prize worth $10,000 for each winner. Winners may use the grants to purchase equipment, continue research or travel to professional meetings and conferences.

Since the program’s inception, ORAU has awarded 910 grants totaling more than $4.55 million. Including the matching funds from member institutions, ORAU has facilitated grants worth more than $9 million.

The awards, now in their 34th year, are named for Ralph E. Powe, who served as the ORAU councilor from Mississippi State University for 16 years. Powe participated in numerous committees and special projects during his tenure and was elected chair of ORAU’s Council of Sponsoring Institutions. He died in 1996.

Recipients of the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Awards for the 2024-2025 academic year are listed below:

For more information on ORAU member grant programs, visit https://orau.org/partnerships/grant-programs/index.html.

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The AR for Enterprise Alliance (AREA) is the only global membership-funded alliance helping to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AR by supporting the growth of a comprehensive ecosystem. The AREA accelerates AR adoption by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for enterprises, providers, and research institutions. AREA is a program of Object Management Group® (OMG®). For more information, visit the AREA website. Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of the Object Management Group. For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

How to Use QR Codes in HoloLens 2 Mixed Reality

Video: Using the QR Code Offset tool in Microsoft HoloLens 2The QR code offset feature using QR Code Detection in Microsoft HoloLens 2, allows a QR code to be utilized as an origin point when visualizing 3D models in MR. In Theorem Solutions’ Visualization Pipeline, users can set where the digital model will appear in relation to a QR code. Then any time you use a QR code to load the model it will appear in the same place.

This helps put models in context and allows users to see if something will fit in a certain location. For example, when seeing if parts would fit within an automotive setup, a QR code can be used to set the origin in the center of a car and digital models of parts can be positioned using the offset feature. This allows users to be more exact with the placement of their models when working with physical objects and digital models together.

Additionally, provided the QR code isn’t moved, this feature allows users to load a model in the same place every time. This gives users greater flexibility to their work process, allowing users to look at multiple models in succession, and then revisit a previous model with the assurance that the model will remain exactly where it needs to be.

Using QR Codes in Augmented Reality

For example, the Image Tracking feature in Theorem-AR can be used to load a large factory layout or production line and position it over a QR code. This is ideal for when you are looking to visualize large designs on a table top to be able to see all the data at once. The ability to utilize this on your handheld device makes XR technology much easier and accessible for such use cases.

Use Cases

QR codes can give users flexibility when working with digital objects interacting with a physical environment, and it is designed to be adaptable to a wide variety of use cases. But here are some examples of possible use cases that are enhanced by QR codes.

Precise Placement in MR- QR codes are particularly useful in XR when consistent precision is required. If you needed to line up two holes for a bolt to go through, for instance, you could use the QR Code offset feature to position the digital model correctly and ensure everything lines up.

Scaling large data in AR- Additionally, the ability to set a point of origin in the real world is useful when visualizing large data in AR. Having a positionable point of origin makes scaling much easier within AR, particularly when it comes to larger datasets. With QR codes you can scale the model larger or smaller, but the point of origin will remain the same.

In Summary

QR codes can be used in Augmented and Mixed Reality in a variety of different ways depending on the use case. They allow users to set a point of origin in the real world using a QR code, and with Microsoft HoloLens 2 users can position models in relation to the QR code.

With QR codes you:

• Can load 3D models into the same position multiple times
• Gain more precision when arranging digital models alongside physical objects
• Are able to scale models easier in AR
• Have greater flexibility with how your digital models are positioned in relation to the real world