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# Productivity-Aiding Pen Holders
The ODO Out Door Office Compacts the Contents of Your Desk

By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-12-14 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/odo-out-door-office
References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/11/23/one-tube-of-work-for-anywhere/) & [generallyandespecially](http://www.generallyandespecially.com/index.php?/odo/)

The ODO Out Door Office is more than a peculiarly tall pen holder, for its extended height is a result of the extra and unexpected features that it incorporates.

The Generally and Especially designers envisioned a way for the [mobile office](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leandesk) to become more of a reality to more building-bound employees. Laptops and tablets make it possible for many tasks to be accomplished outside of the workplace; however, there are other tools that are necessary for diverse and proficient environments.

This [stand-alone gadget](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexcal) comprises a container for the storage of writing utensils and styluses and houses a small pad of Post-It notes in its base. Most impressively, the ODO Out Door Office integrates an LED desk lamp that can be charged via USB from your portable computing device.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.8/10
- Popularity: 30% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Mobile Office Solutions:** The ODO Out Door Office highlights the need for portable and versatile tools for employees working outside of traditional office spaces.
- **Integrated Gadgets:** The incorporation of an LED desk lamp in the ODO Out Door Office showcases the trend of combining multiple functions in a single device.
- **Workspace Organization:** The ODO Out Door Office's pen holder and storage compartments reflect the growing focus on efficient and tidy workspaces.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Office Supplies:** The ODO Out Door Office presents an opportunity for companies in the office supplies industry to create innovative and multifunctional products for modern work environments.
- **Technology Accessories:** The integration of a USB-charged LED desk lamp in the ODO Out Door Office suggests a potential market for tech accessory manufacturers to develop practical and convenient tools for remote workers.
- **Interior Design:** The ODO Out Door Office's focus on workspace organization calls for interior design firms to devise creative storage solutions that promote productivity and reduce clutter.

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