The document discusses the importance and applications of augmented reality (AR) technology for businesses. It notes that AR allows companies to bring their business off of traditional screens and into the real world. A key difference between AR and virtual reality (VR) is that AR overlays virtual elements onto the real world, rather than replacing it. The document outlines how AR is changing instruction and guidance by making it more efficient. It also discusses how AR boosts interaction by allowing virtual controls instead of physical ones. Finally, it is noted that AR has wide applications across many industries such as product development, manufacturing, and education.