As we mark the 30th anniversary of MILO this October, it’s a moment of reflection and gratitude for our journey. We celebrate the milestones that have defined our legacy as leaders in interactive simulation training, and the tremendous opportunity to impact our customers in public safety. Since our inception, MILO has evolved from a pioneering concept into a global leader in firearms and use-of-force training systems. Our story is not just about technological advancements, but about our unwavering commitment to supporting law enforcement, military, and public safety agencies worldwide.

Founded in 1994 as IES Interactive Training in Colorado, MILO quickly established itself as a trailblazer in advancing the world of simulation training beyond firearms training. Our initial goal was to create a versatile system that could handle multiple training objectives simultaneously. The result was a groundbreaking product that could conduct classroom lessons, interactive testing, and hands-on training across diverse force option systems within a single platform.

Our journey has been marked by a series of groundbreaking achievements that highlight our leadership and innovation over the years:

1994: Founded in Colorado as IES Interactive Training.

1995: Launched the first all-digital video, MS Windows™ based training simulators for law enforcement.

1996: Introduced integrated scenario authoring features, allowing users to create custom scenarios without vendor support.

2001: Released the first Taser® simulation training system.

2006: Moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to join FAAC Inc. and introduced the first integrated police driving simulator.

2012: Became the first simulation training system to incorporate Microsoft Kinect for Windows.

2017: Introduced MILO Range React!, the industry’s first wireless haptic feedback distraction device.

2019: Added 4K projection capability and a comprehensive 4K scenario library to all simulators.

2021: Diversified into MILO: Virtual, MILO: Live, and MILO: Cognitive, enhancing the scientific foundation of all training programs.

2022: Selected as the baseline system for the weapons skills development (WSD) and Use-of-Force (UoF) prototype development programs under contract  to CAE as a prime integrator for the Army’s Soldier Virtual Trainer (SVT) program

2023: Developed MILO VR to complement MILO Range simulators as a stand-alone or embedded system, leveraging research from law enforcement, industry, and academic experts to enhance immersive, scenario-based training.

Over the past three decades, MILO  has proudly served thousands of agencies in over 45 countries. Our mission has always been to deliver exceptional customer support through our industry-leading 24/7 tech support, continuously improve our products through a continuous improvement loop and customer advisory committee, and provide a superior training environment for our clients. Each milestone along this journey represents our dedication to enhancing the preparedness of those who protect and serve.

As we celebrate 30 years of innovation and service, we remain steadfast in our commitment to advancing simulation training technology and supporting our clients in their mission to ensure safety and security. We look forward to the future with excitement and anticipation, eager to continue making a positive impact through our state-of-the-art solutions. Above all, we extend a warm, heartfelt thank you to all our employees, partners, clients, and supporters who have been integral to our journey. Here’s to the next 30 years of excellence and innovation with MILO!

For more information about MILO and our portfolio of training technology and simulator solutions, visit our website or contact us at 800-344-1707.