According to HR experts, the future of work can be perceived as a prediction of how work, employees, and the workplace will change in the years ahead. As CEOs and business leaders are today confronted by fundamental changes in labor markets and global economies, the future of work has become a predominant issue to address.

As a result, it is critical for business leaders to put in place future-proof digital transformation strategies. From remote work to virtual workplaces, virtual reality has the potential to disrupt current operations and workflows. A key trend that is paving the way for the future of work is the gig economy. Businesses are successfully adding flexibility and agility to their operations through platforms like Uber and Airbnb, and freelance marketplaces such as Upwork, People Per Hour, Workana, and Freelancer.com. This, in-turn, is creating additional complexities for organizations. Recruiters, HR specialists, executives, and business leaders are forced to transform traditional processes through the adoption of VR technologies. The future of work promises an inclusive, flexible, and collaborative future. It is critical for executives and business owners to put in place the right digital transformation strategies with virtual reality as a critical tool.

Virtual reality is transforming the workplace as we know it. Let's take a look at some of the ways VR is being used in the workplace today.

Employee training: Employees may be placed into virtual reality environments to be trained to perform tasks and assignments similarly to their real-world counterparts. This allows employees to gain experience and knowledge without putting themselves or others at risk.  

Collaboration between teams: VR can facilitate collaboration between employees who are working in different locations. VR technology can create a virtual workspace where employees can meet, share ideas, and work on projects together.  
Companies have introduced VR technologies to create training initiatives. Lorna Fade explains that these technologies can be helpful for employees in complex tasks, emergencies, customer service, and individual responsibility.  

See how Vection Technologies is transforming collaboration through VR.  

Recruitment: VR can provide potential candidates with a realistic view of what it would be like to work for a company. VR can also be used to assess candidates' skills and abilities and expand a diverse, qualified talent pool.  
For example, Emily Heaslip claims that virtual reality is an excellent tool for hiring managers remotely. Consequently, recruiters can recreate an office to have interviews with candidates and provide them with an immersive experience to effectively portray and demonstrate a company's culture and values.  

Retention: VR can engage employees and keep them motivated. Moreover, VR technologies provide employees with access to exclusive content, or allow them to take part in virtual reality events. This enhances employees' motivation and engagement.  

Onboarding: VR may provide new employees with an immersive look into the company's culture and principles. If you want to introduce new team members to their colleagues and motivate them, VR will be your best ally in onboarding. Sharon Koifman asserts that onboarding is an essential step in any company. "If you don't share your passion with new employees or explain to them carefully how the company works with your vision, mission, and more about your company's culture, they won't feel attached."  
In addition, without onboarding, employees won't understand why their work is valuable. VR headsets can help make onboarding more effective. This will help strengthen the connection between your company and your employees. As a result, productivity and efficiency can be increased.  

Employee development: VR is an effective tool for learning and development. Employees can use it to learn new skills and become more experienced. Likewise, they can also access training, mentorship, and coaching programs.