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# Mobile Work
Traveling workspaces help commuters get the most out of their days.

By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jun 8, 2011, updated Jun 14, 2011 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends)
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/traveling-workspaces

## Key Figures

- Trend score: 4.4/10
- Evidence articles: 6

## What is the Mobile Work trend?

**Mobile Work:** It seems that a person’s time today is worth so much more than it was worth a decade ago. Commuters anxious to make every minute count now have the option of portable workspaces—buses and cars that incorporate desks, Wi-Fi and more. Even school buses are being transformed to allow students to study while on-the-go. As populations grow, requiring more people to commute, these mobile workstations will certainly appeal to efficiency-minded consumers.

## At a Glance

- Evidence: 6 featured examples
- Articles from: Nov 25, 2009 to Apr 25, 2011
- Published: Jun 8, 2011
- Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction)
- Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity)

## Audience

- Gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Themes within the Mobile Work trend

### Mobile Workspaces

Commuters want to maximize their time, whether working or studying, and portable workspaces, such as buses, limousines, and school buses, are providing commuters with new opportunities to increase productivity.

### Luxury Mobile Transport

Companies such as Willer Express and Russia's private auto companies are taking transportation to the next level by providing extravagant buses and limousines with state of the art technology, luxurious interior design, and multimedia devices.

### Innovative Mobile Meeting Spaces

Mobile home trailers such as the Parallax office trailer are redefining the concept of mobile spaces. Traveling meeting rooms and innovative conference spaces provide companies with an opportunity to improve work approaches and experiences.

## What the Mobile Work trend means for industry

### For Automotive Industry

The automotive industry is expanding by creating sustainable and luxurious modes of transportation to meet different consumers' needs by providing state of the art technology, environmentally friendly options, and comfort.

### For Technology Industry

The technology industry is providing innovative solutions to meet growing demand for mobility and increased productivity while traveling, such as Wi-Fi-enabled school buses, mobile workspaces, and mobile meeting spaces.

### For Design Industry

The design industry is contributing to the changing landscape of mobile spaces by creating interior designs and innovative mobile meeting spaces that meet differing company and consumer needs.

## Trend signals for Mobile Work

Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 63%, activity 61%, freshness 8%.

- Popularity: 63%
- Activity: 61%
- Freshness: 8%

## Examples of the Mobile Work trend

6 featured examples from Nov 25, 2009 to Apr 25, 2011.

- [Offices on Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimedia-tech-mercedes-benz): The Brabus iBusiness Mercedes Benz 3D Viano is a Multimedia Driving Machine (Category: Autos)
  Implication: The automotive industry can explore the integration of high-end entertainment systems to enhance the driving experience.
- [Mobile Home Meeting Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parallax-office-trailer): The Parallax Office Trailer Acts As the Company's Conference Room (Category: Autos)
  Implication: Architecture and design firms can create unique, retro office spaces and mobile trailers to offer a modern take on traditional work environments.
- [Lavish Luxury Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-buses): Japanese Bus Line Willer Express Takes It to the Next Level (Category: Autos)
  Implication: The transportation industry can explore opportunities to introduce luxury bus services with enhanced features and comfort.
- [$474,130 Executive Escalades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadillac-escalade-esv-xxxl): The Cadillac Escalade ESV XXXL is the Ultimate VIP Limousine (Category: Autos)
  Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing subscription-based luxury vehicle ownership models that provide access to a fleet of premium vehicles for a fixed monthly fee.
- [Traveling Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-bus): The Office Bus Lets You Take Advantage of the Commute (Category: Autos)
  Implication: Exploring new modes of transportation that prioritize sustainability and provide value-added services for commuters.
- [Wi-Fi School Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-school-bus): Arizona Turns a Bus Route into Study Hall on Wheels (Category: Social Good)
  Implication: Opportunity for schools and educational institutions to implement Wi-Fi-enabled school buses as part of their transportation services.

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