Virtual training software provider Strivr increased its total funding to more than $23m, having previously raised money from the NFL and BMW.

Strivr, a US-based virtual training software provider backed by sporting league National Football League (NFL) and carmaker BMW, has raised $16m in a round led by venture capital firm GreatPoint Ventures (GPV).

Founded in 2014, Strivr is developing a virtual reality (VR) software platform that will be used for occupational training simulations to help employees practice on-the-job situations to improve their performance. It is designed to reduce training costs and enhance productivity.

Strivr will use the capital to pursue business…