Self-Erasing Clocks

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Trace of Time Whiteboard Serves as Ticking Appointment Keeper

— July 6, 2009 — Art & Design
Trace of Time is a white-board clock that allows you to write your day’s appointments, and then erase them once they’ve happened.

The clock is made from stainless steel with a glass face. The singular hour and minute hand also have a built-in eraser, so you always have a clean and fresh clock for the next day.

Implications - Multifunctional pieces such as the self-erasing clock are sure to meet the demands of today's busy adult consumer. In today's fast-paced society, single-serving products simply are not worth a chaos-subjected consumer's money. Thus, companies can begin looking into combining their products' purposes to kill two birds with one stone, so to speak.

Trend Themes

  1. Multifunctional Products — The rise of multifunctional products as a response to the time-starved society presents opportunities for companies to create new lines of products that aid in productivity while also fulfilling other needs.
  2. Eraser-equipped Technology — With the success of Trace of Time, incorporating eraser-equipped tech in other products, such as writing utensils and audio devices, presents an opportunity to improve user experience by allowing for quick and easy cleanup.
  3. Customizable Time Management — The trend of Trace of Time and similar products shows a demand for customizable time management solutions, offering opportunities for app and software developers to create products that cater to individual user needs.

Industry Implications

  1. Office Supplies — The customizable, multifunctional, and easy-to-use nature of Trace of Time presents opportunities for office supply companies to create new and innovative products that aid in productivity.
  2. Consumer Electronics — Trace of Time and the trend of eraser-equipped technology present opportunities for consumer electronics companies to improve user experience and create new lines of products.
  3. Productivity Apps and Software — The demand for customizable time management solutions creates opportunities for productivity app and software developers to create new products that cater to individual user needs.
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