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Recorded live at the NAPA NOW event, a panel of industry experts, including Robin Cowie, film producer and former leader of the Madden NFL game franchise, discusses how the NAPA Autotech XcceleratoR Program will revolutionize automotive technician training. This extended reality solution replaces traditional classroom learning with immersive, real-world simulations, enabling faster skill development, higher retention, and reduced training time from months to days. The panel highlights the program’s impact through honest technician beta feedback, showcasing its ability to enhance certifications, boost shop efficiency, track technician progress, attract new talent, and ensure ongoing education and proficiency.
Matt Crumpton, Director of Program Development, NAPA Auto Care
Robin Cowie, Creative Technologist AI, VR, AR, content Producer/Director. https://skillmaker.ai/
Daryll Caughron, NAPA Autotech Training
Jim Przybylski, NAPA Autotech Training
Show Notes:
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- https://napaautotechxccelerator.com/
- Robin Crowley's Background (00:01:30)
- Virtual and Augmented Reality Experiences (00:03:53)
- Partnership Development (00:05:09)
- Industry Challenges (00:07:00)
- Accelerated Training Concept (00:08:22)
- Recruitment and Apprenticeship Programs (00:09:40)
- Assessment in Training (00:10:13)
- Importance of Skill Assessments (00:15:37)
- Immersive Learning Experience (00:16:42)
- Gamification in Training (00:17:34)
- Phygital Learning Concept (00:18:38)
- Certification and Progress Tracking (00:19:43)
- Technician Skill Refreshers (00:23:00)
- Feedback from Auto Care Council (00:24:17)
- Tech Assist Overview (00:25:07)
- Efficiency and Workflow Improvement (00:27:24)
- Tech Support Integration (00:28:35)
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