Start Here: ROI of AI & AR-Guided Work Instructions

What are AR-guided work instructions?

AR-guided work instructions overlay step-by-step guidance directly onto a worker's view of the real world—using smart glasses, tablets, or smartphones. Instead of reading a paper manual or watching a video, operators see exactly what to do, where to do it, and in what order. AI can help create, translate, and update these instructions automatically.

Why measure ROI?

Most organisations considering AR/AI for frontline work need to justify the investment. The four areas where value is most commonly measured are:

• Training time reduction – New hires become productive faster
• Error and rework reduction – Fewer mistakes, less scrap, better quality
• Downtime reduction – Faster troubleshooting and changeovers
• Knowledge capture – Expert know-how preserved and shared

Understand the methodology

If you want to know how the numbers are calculated—or need to explain it to your CFO—read our methodology guide. It covers definitions, assumptions, default values, and benchmark sources.

See it in context

Not sure where AR-guided work instructions apply? These use cases show typical applications in manufacturing, logistics, and energy:

Go deeper

For a comprehensive look at ROI measurement, including case studies and pitfalls to avoid, read our detailed blog article: