# 3-in-1 Portable Workstations The 'SatchelBord' Quickly Transforms from a Bag Into a Chair or Desk By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-02-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satchelbord References: [spergotech](http://www.spergotech.com/) For students, freelancers and other consumers who constantly find themselves working on the go, the 'SatchelBord' is sure to be appealing. With secure bands inside, [laptops, files and other valuables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-briefcase) are held snugly in place to ensure no damage occurs. When consumers wish to use the SatchelBord as a desk, there are [sturdy wooden slats that holds laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pi-lap-desk), a neoprene mouse pad and additional work space. When one needs a place to sit and work, they can open up the bag and relax against the [supportive cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leandesk). With this, consumers are free to work virtually anywhere they like, making it so they can get out of stuffy libraries or make non-ergonomic tables at coffee shops suit their needs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Workstations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create portable workstations that provide convenience and flexibility for on-the-go professionals. - **Transformative Bags:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design bags that can easily transform into functional workspaces, offering a versatile solution for mobile workers. - **Ergonomic Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop ergonomic solutions for individuals who need to work in various environments, enhancing productivity and comfort. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technologies into accessory products like bags to improve functionality and utility for users. - **Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create adaptable and space-saving furniture designs that cater to the needs of mobile professionals. - **Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent office supplies that can be easily transformed into portable workstations to cater to the needs of mobile workers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Laptop-Stowing Portable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lapcase.md) - [Bold Mobile Work Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omniseat-portable-productivity.md) - [Scooter-Like Portable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-work-station.md) - [Workstation-Equipped Laptop Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workpod-mobile-office.md) - [Ultra-Portable Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-desk-design.md) - [Briefcase-Compact Office Set-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-office-1.md) - [Travel Lap Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stowaway-lap-desk.md) - [Saddle-Style Vehicle Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daylodge-workspace.md) - [Portable Professional Standing Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-laptop-stand-desk.md)