# On-Demand Mix Brands are launching tech appliances to help consumers customize their own products. By [Kalin Ned](https://www.trendhunter.com/knedelch), Research Writer | Published Jun 24, 2020 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ondemand-mix ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.8/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the On-Demand Mix trend? **On-Demand Mix:** Companies are debuting premium and specialized mixing devices that help consumers create their own custom products from the comfort of their own home. Whether it is a cocktail mixer, a solution for cleaning, or something else, these products contribute to accessibility and convenience. ## The consumer insight behind the On-Demand Mix trend The popularity of DIY culture and the emphasis that many contemporary consumers place on customization create a space for tech-forward products that simplify tasks that otherwise require low to high expertise to complete. Individuals who opt-in for such devices prioritize the convenience of the home-made and enjoy having control over the product manufacturing process as they can tailor solutions to their exact needs and specifications at any given time. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 16, 2018 to May 25, 2020 - Published: Jun 24, 2020 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the On-Demand Mix trend ### DIY Customization DIY culture and the emphasis that many contemporary consumers place on customization create a space for tech-forward products that simplify tasks that otherwise require low to high expertise. ### Appliances for Personalized Products Companies debut premium and specialized mixing devices that help consumers create their own custom products from the comfort of their own home. ### Sustainable and Eco-friendly Solutions The creation of innovative appliances and devices contributing to eco-friendly and sustainable consumption patterns. ## What the On-Demand Mix trend means for industry ### For Consumer Electronics The trend towards creating tech appliances for DIY customization and personalized products creates opportunities for consumer electronics companies to develop new innovative products. ### For Home Cleaning and Care The creation of DIY cleaning product appliances presents opportunities for companies in home cleaning and care to create and market eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives. ### For Food and Beverage The rise of robotic cocktail mixers signifies a trend towards automating tasks traditionally performed by human bartenders, creating opportunities for the food and beverage industry to develop new and innovative products. ## Workshop question How might you enhance the customization process in your product/service? ## Trend signals for On-Demand Mix Trend score 4.8 out of 10, from popularity 70%, activity 66%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 70% - Activity: 66% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the On-Demand Mix trend 4 featured examples from Mar 16, 2018 to May 25, 2020. - [DIY Cleaning Product Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleanyst): The 'Cleanyst' Creates Home and Personal Care Products on Demand (Category: Fashion) Implication: Opportunity for companies to embrace eco-friendly and DIY cleaning product options, catering to the growing demand for sustainable and customizable solutions. - [Cleaning Solution-Mixing Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleaning-bottle): The Conceptual 'Rena' Cleaning Bottle Prepares Custom Cleansers (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The 'Rena' cleaning bottle presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the cleaning supplies industry with its customizable and environmentally friendly approach. - [Paint-Mixing Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mixing-device): Picolor is an Efficient and Convenient Way for Artists to Mix Paint (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for art supplies companies to expand their product offerings by developing their own paint-mixing devices for customers. - [Robotic Cocktail Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-cocktail-maker): The Barsys Automated Cocktail Maker Can Create Over 2,000 Drinks (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce automated cocktail machines in hotels, bars, and restaurants to enhance customer experience and streamline drink preparation. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)