# Student Collaboration Platforms 'Reach' Enables Student Productivity by Synthesizing Communication By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/student-productivity References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/reachsocial) & [reachsocial](http://reachsocial.ca) It can be difficult to maintain student productivity with so many different channels of communication at play, so 'Reach' looks to help synthesize things down. An online communication platform created for students to help achieve their best, 'Reach' puts everything including projects, groups and more into one spot. The student experience is constantly in flux with new interactions, projects and courses to think about in an ongoing basis. 'Reach' looks to help enhance student productivity by connecting students more effectively in a [dedicated productivity forum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taskekcom). This helps to keep social media for traditional interactions and 'Reach' for getting down to business. 'Reach' also enables students to [share files, schedule meetings and collaborate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pogether) more effectively to get the job done in a superior manner. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Student Collaboration:** Opportunity to develop collaborative platforms that streamline communication and enhance productivity for students. - **Productivity Forum:** Potential for creating dedicated online forums that facilitate focused discussions and project management for students. - **Effective Collaboration Tools:** Disruption opportunity lies in creating innovative tools that improve file-sharing, scheduling, and collaboration among students. ### Who This Affects Most - **Education Technology:** The education sector can leverage new technologies to create student collaboration platforms that enhance productivity and engagement. - **Communication Software:** Developing specialized communication software for students can revolutionize how they connect, collaborate, and manage their projects. - **Project Management:** Opportunity for project management software providers to tailor their solutions specifically to the needs of students and academic environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creative Professional Productivity Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamwork.md) - [Academic Planner Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/student-planner.md) - [Collaborative Productivity Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tandemly.md) - [Digital Student Opportunities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campus-connect.md) - [Consolidated Collaboration Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaboration-platforms.md) - [Team Collaboration Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kreed.md) - [Academic Resource Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polynoteshub.md) - [Team Collaboration Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teamhubcom.md) - [Academic Outreach Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getresearch.md)