Trend cluster
Category

Routine
Tracking

Seeking to battle everyday forgetfulness, consumers turn to high-tech trackers.

People-Tracking LampsParked Car TrackingPill Intake TrackersAttachable Device-Tracking Wallets (UPDATE)Active Attaching Tracking Tags

Trend

What is the Routine Tracking trend?

Routine Tracking: While jotting down notes and repeating phrases helps improve cognitive functions, forgetting tasks and leaving behind belongings continues to be a common occurrence, particularly in old age. Seeking to combat forgetfulness in a contemporary manner, older generations are utilizing apps that help track everyday items like glasses and wallets to make misplacing personal goods less stressful. This reflects a shift away from personal reliance toward more technologically sufficient methods of day-to-day problem solving.

Trend themes

Themes within the Routine Tracking trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Object Tracking Technology

Emergence of object-tracking gadgets with GPS-enabling technology.

02

App-enabled Trackers

Innovative use of apps to track everyday items like wallets and glasses.

03

Smart Illumination System

Smart lighting systems with capabilities to track human movement and adjust accordingly.

Industry implications

What the Routine Tracking trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Smart Home Technology

Manufacturers of smart gadgets and devices for comprehensive home automation.

For

Wearable Technology

Companies working on wearable devices that integrate tracking technology.

For

Home Security Industry

Security firms looking to incorporate integration of security enhancement technology like GPS-enabled trackers and sensors into their offerings.

Trend signals

Trend signals for Routine Tracking

Trend score 3.7 out of 10, from popularity 64%, activity 39%, freshness 8%.

Popularity64%
Activity39%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
  • Gen Z (not a primary audience)
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific

Evidence

Examples of the Routine Tracking trend

8 featured examples from Jan 17, 2014 to Aug 12, 2015
People-Tracking Lamps
CategoryArt & Design

People-Tracking Lamps

The Veilleuse Track Light Moves Back and Forth with the Person in the Room

Lighting technology companies can explore motorized fixtures and smart sensors to enhance their product offerings and provide more personalized lighting experiences.

Parked Car Tracking
CategoryAutos

Parked Car Tracking

AwareCar Keeps Tabs on the Location of Your Vehicle and Parking Meter Status

The automotive industry can leverage connected car tracking technologies to provide enhanced parking solutions and improve user experience.

Pill Intake Trackers
CategoryLifestyle

Pill Intake Trackers

The Tinylogics Memo Box is a Medication Reminder and Health Companion

The healthcare industry can disrupt medication management practices by adopting connected health devices like the Memo Box.

Attachable Device-Tracking Wallets (UPDATE)
CategoryFashion

Attachable Device-Tracking Wallets (UPDATE)

The SmartWallit Pro Can Track Your Wallet Anywhere

By integrating mobile banking services and leveraging device tracking technology, banks can provide customers with an added layer of security while giving a unique experience.

Active Attaching Tracking Tags
CategoryArt & Design

Active Attaching Tracking Tags

This XY Tracking Device Detects Where Your Items Are

The XY tracking device and similar smart tracking devices offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the asset management industry for improved tracking and security of valuable…

Glasses-Finding Apps
CategoryTech

Glasses-Finding Apps

Tzukuri Eyewear Help Tracks Your Lost Eyeglasses

Opportunity for eyewear manufacturers to develop and offer tracking features in their products to cater to consumers who frequently misplace their glasses.

Object-Tracking Wireless Gadgets
CategoryTech

Object-Tracking Wireless Gadgets

This Wireless Communications Hub Can Track Belongings & People

The object-tracking technology of the OCHO Pad presents an innovation opportunity for home security systems to provide more advanced object tracking features.

Circular Security Tracking Devices
CategoryTech

Circular Security Tracking Devices

The Lupo Tracking Unit Protects Your Valuables Remotley

Circular tracking devices like the Lupo can disrupt the personal security industry by providing individuals with enhanced protection for their valuable belongings.