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Sentient Computing is a privately held software development company based in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 2007, the business specializes in digital twins, immersive virtual and augmented reality training (AR/VR), 3D visualizations, and SCADA/HMI solutions, primarily serving the mining, energy, and industrial sectors.

History

Sentient Computing was founded by a team of three in 2007 at Elizabeth Quay, Perth. Over approximately 18 years it expanded to a team of more than 40 engineers, developers, artists, and project managers. The company has delivered over 250 solutions to more than 60 clients globally.

Products and Services

Sentient’s core offerings include:

Digital Twins: The InDI platform integrates existing data—ERP, SCADA, ERP, IoT—into 3D virtual models for asset monitoring and remote operation
Virtual & Augmented Reality Training (Training‑XR): Custom VR modules (e.g. hazard recognition, fire extinguishers, working‑at‑heights) coupled with SCORM‑compliant e‑learning
Stakeholder Engagement (MaVi): Interactive 3D maps combining satellite, drone, GIS, and animations to support heritage and environmental communications
Process Control (MacroView): A SCADA/HMI/IIoT interface for real-time monitoring of industrial processes
3D Animations & Video Production: Visual tools and videos for training, sales, and communication across mining, healthcare, and education

Notable Projects

Delivered immersive VR training modules for Rio Tinto’s Gudai‑Darri mine, including high‑voltage switching and fatigue management, used remotely before the mine’s construction

Awards and Recognition

Sentient Computing has received multiple industry awards:

2024: Platinum – Best Virtual Reality Training Project (with BHP); Winner – SA Premier’s Awards for Health and Safety, Inclusion and Wellbeing sencom.com.au+15sencom.com.au+15sencom.com.au+15.
2023: Rio Tinto Supplier Innovation Award for VR training sencom.com.au+1sencom.com.au+1.
2022: Gold and Diamond – LearnX VR training awards (with Western Power and Barminco); Core Hot 30 Company; participation in Deloitte, KPMG, WAITTA accelerator programs