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Student Suitcase Desks

This Handy Bag From Staples Doubles as a Portable Surface to Write On

— August 22, 2015 — Tech
Today's students are busier than ever and a lot of the time, do their learning on the go with mobile devices, so it's handy to have a portable surface nearby to place a laptop on. Knowing this, Staples created a handy Portable Desk with storage and a handle for this year's back to school season.

On the outside, the hybrid desk-bag features a flat, smooth surface on one side and a cushioned bottom to be rested on laps. Inside the Portable Desk, there are slots and straps to keep everything organized, as well as a slot to prevent headphones from getting into a tangle.

Many of the ingenious features of this portable laptop station can be attributed to the middle school students that Staples worked with for the development of its Designed by Students product line.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Surface for On-the-go Learning - The demand for portable surfaces for students to place their laptops on while on the go creates an opportunity for the development of compact, lightweight desk-bags.
2. Organized and Functional Desk Accessories - The need for slots, straps, and compartments to keep everything organized within a portable desk-bag presents an opportunity for the innovation of desk accessories that enhance efficiency and convenience.
3. Collaborative Product Development with Students - Working with students in the development process allows for the creation of products that are tailored to their needs and preferences, ensuring market relevance and user satisfaction.
Industry Implications
1. Education Technology - The education technology industry can explore the development of portable desk solutions that cater to the needs of students who rely on mobile devices for learning.
2. Office Supplies - The office supplies industry can capitalize on the demand for functional and innovative desk accessories, such as the portable desk with slots and straps, to enhance productivity in the workspace.
3. Product Design - The field of product design can benefit from involving end-users, such as students, in the collaborative development of new products, leading to more user-centric and marketable designs.
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