Whether you believe the metaverse is the future of how we will work and play, as its promoters claim, or a collection of niche apps, changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, and Facebook’s rebranding as Meta, have pushed the vision of a 3D Internet into the spotlight. The result? Organizations no longer discount the concept of using a shared virtual space in a business context.

Gartner has predicted that by 2026, 25% of people will spend at least one hour a day in the metaverse for activities. That includes work experiences that build on the platforms adopted during the pandemic to support remote work.

“Businesses will bring better engagement, collaboration, and connection to their employees through immersive virtual office workspaces,” Gartner…