Second Life: Why Does It Matter in Project Management?

Abstract

The virtual reality (VR) is no more a fad or a gimmick, but a way of life. Multiple reports on the growth of VR market landscape substantiate such an assertion. An Orbis research report predicts strong growth for VR market, suggesting it could surpass USD40 billion by 2020 (Reuters, 2017). Correspondingly, VR is being used in a variety of industries including consumer products, aerospace & defense, medical, and other light-to-heavy industrial segments. The business applications of VR are wide and varied such as: gaming, education, healthcare, tourism, live entertainment, and real estate, just to mention a few.