As the ‘first contract caterer to embrace this technology in the UK’, Elior UK will be using the MR headsets to facilitate training programmes around texture-modified foods in healthcare. Multiple people can connect to a training session while still being able to interact with one another.
HoloLens 2 technology will provide trainers with more flexibility by ensuring training can be held anywhere at any time, saving the business valuable downtime as well as reducing travel time, expenses costs and carbon footprint for both trainers and trainees.
Laura Tighe, managing director health, care & retirement living at Elior UK, said: “The integration of cutting-edge HoloLens 2 technology is transformative in the way we train our catering professionals. It allows us to be laser focused in our delivery, and provide training to our teams from anywhere, at short notice.
“There is no room for error when it comes to texture-modified foods. HoloLens lets us be even more specific and ensures our catering professionals have clarity of textures and consistencies through the lens so our residents can be well nourished and enjoy their meals.”
Since its pilot sessions HoloLens 2 has been a success for Elior, with high levels of engagement from team members and positive feedback. Elior is embarking on a companywide rollout of HoloLens 2 across all six catering brands during 2024.