The video introduces the authoring process in Scope AR's WorkLink Create training, focusing on the four stages: Project Planning, Content Preparation, Authoring, and Publishing/Distribution.

1. Overview of the Four Stages:

   • The four stages are Project Planning, Content Preparation, Authoring, and Publishing/Distribution.
   • Visualization shows where each stage takes place, emphasizing the importance of following the green line through the stages.

2. Importance of Project Planning:

   • Project Planning is crucial and should not be skipped.
   • It involves discovering and planning the project idea, answering questions about the project's goals, audience, and expected outcomes.

3. Connection Between Project Planning and Content Preparation:

   • Project Planning leads to Content Preparation, where 3D and 2D assets are collected and prepared for use in the AR instruction.

4. Authoring and Common Pitfalls:

   • Authoring is the stage where the project plan is executed in WorkLink Create.
   • Starting at Step 3 (Authoring) without proper Project Planning can lead to issues, represented by the red line in the visualization.

5. Content Preparation Phase:

   • Content Preparation is a challenging step requiring knowledge of 3D content and a strong project plan.
   • It involves preparing instructional, 2D, and 3D content, with a focus on optimization for effective AR experiences.

6. Types of Content in Content Preparation:

   • Instructional content includes text, videos, and insights from end-users.
   • 2D assets like diagrams and photos are prepared, and 3D content is acquired and optimized for AR.

7. Supported CAD File Types:

   • A list of supported CAD file types for the cloud implementation is provided.

8. Project Map and Clear Plan:

   • Project Planning results in a project map, providing a clear plan for Content Preparation and Authoring.
   • A clear plan is essential for effective Content Preparation, especially for optimizing assets.

9. Easy Authoring with Effective Project Planning:

   • With a well-executed Project Plan and prepared assets, Authoring becomes a smoother process.

10. Publishing and Distribution:

    • Publishing and Distribution is the final phase, involving hitting publish, generating a scenario, and distributing it to end-users via the WorkLink app.
    • Choices include data collection levels and encryption for scenarios.

11. WorkLink CMS:

    • The WorkLink CMS (Content Management System) is introduced for managing users, licenses, and groups for targeted distribution.

12. Conclusion and Key Takeaways:

    • The four stages serve as the thesis for the training.
    • Emphasis on not skipping Project Planning, as it is vital for effective AR instruction creation.
    • Looking forward to diving deeper into specific stages, starting with Project Planning.