1 Introduction to the Metaverse
2 Metaverse Platforms
3 Metaverse – Is It a Hype?
4 Metaverse – Is It a Hoax?
5 Architectural Foundations and Enabling Technologies of the Metaverse
6 Metaverse Decision Framework
7 Metaverse Strategies
8 Metaverse Business Cases
9 Metaverse Case Study: Transforming Skills and Training in UK Further Education
10 Conclusion and Future Outlook
Biography
Kapil Sharma is a technology strategist, author, and consultant with over two decades of experience across digital transformation, cloud computing, cyber security, data platforms, and emerging technologies. He has led and advised large‑scale transformation programmes for global financial institutions, public sector organisations, and multinational enterprises operating in highly regulated environments.
Kapil is the founder of a UK‑based consulting and education firm specialising in cyber security, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation. He is an established technical author, having written multiple books and professional publications on enterprise technology, operating systems, and distributed platforms. His work is recognised for combining deep technical understanding with strategic and regulatory insight.
Based in London, Kapil focuses on helping organisations navigate technological disruption without succumbing to hype‑driven decision‑making. His research interests include immersive technologies, platform economics, operational resilience, and the governance of complex digital ecosystems.
