DiSTI Honored as a 2011 Top Military Training Company

Oct. 17, 2011 - PRLog -- Orlando, FL (October 17, 2011) - The DiSTI Corporation, a leading provider of advanced graphical interface technology, is once again recognized as a Top Simulation & Training company by Military Training Technology (MT2) Magazine. This award marks DiSTI's fifth consecutive year as an MT2 Top Simulation & Training Company and the first year with "Best Program" recognition.  

Of over 300 companies nominated, MT2 chose DiSTI among the finalists for its sophisticated human systems interface development, invaluable training services and innovative software technology. DiSTI received the "Best Program" ribbon for its technologically advanced contributions to the groundbreaking F/A-18 Integrated Visual Environment Maintenance Trainer (IVEMT) program. Specifically, DiSTI created the high fidelity virtual environment for the IVEMT, which is a highly interactive 3D visual trainer providing maintenance testing, troubleshooting procedures and operator training within a functional touch screen system.

DiSTI empowers the latest technological advancements within the training and simulation industry with dynamic products and services. Utilized in the latest fifth-generation jet fighter maintenance trainers, DiSTI’s services organization expertly develops virtual content that successfully replicates the form and function of any real world device. GL Studio, DiSTI’s cornerstone software toolkit, is constantly praised by users for its ease of use, cutting-edge features and unrivaled runtime performance. GL Studio has made its mark as the industry leading HMI development toolkit with support for C++, Java, embedded displays, and Apple’s iDevices.

MT2’s annual Top Training & Simulation list recognized the top global companies that have made a remarkable impact on the military training industry across the technology spectrum. Those making the most significant contributions to the training community received various ribbons. Evaluated by MT2’s editorial staff and a panel of independent training and simulation experts, these companies were selected based on several criteria, including total military sales, innovation and program effectiveness.

“MT2 is an industry renowned publication that focuses on the importance of innovative and dynamic technologies in military training for effective command readiness. We are dedicated to this same effort by continually optimizing our software to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of our nation’s military. It is an honor to be recognized with these prominent organizations in MT2’s list of top companies,” said Joe Swinski, president and co-founder of DiSTI.

Published by Kerrigan Media, Military Training Technology is the leading U.S. simulation and training industry publication focusing on military training as a critical component of command readiness and service transformation. View the Top Training and Simulation list online here.

About DiSTI

DiSTI is a global leader in the development of Human Machine Interface software for businesses, governments and the military. The company’s flagship product, GL Studio, enables programmers and developers to build high-fidelity graphics, 3D simulations and fully interactive controls into their models, enhancing the level of realism and sophistication, while improving learning and retention.

More than 500 customers worldwide, including BAE, Boeing, Dassault, FedEx, Lockheed Martin, Honeywell, Raytheon and Thales, use DiSTI solutions to build maintenance trainers, create PC and Internet-based courseware and to develop components for safety-critical applications. As a full service provider, DiSTI offers a complement of customer programming and development services, and is the recognized leader in training solutions for the global simulation and training community. For more information, visit www.disti.com.

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DiSTI is a global leader in the development of Human Machine Interface software. The company’s flagship products, GL Studio, enable programmers and developers to build high-fidelity graphics and fully interactive controls into their applications.