Airbus, T-Mobile and luggagemaker Rimowa have introduced Bag2Go, a piece of luggage that can be tracked. The conceptual luggage features an RFID chip that allows it to be tracked using an accompanying iPhone app. Additionally, the luggage has a built-in sensor that can tell you how much your bag weighs simply by lifting it up.
Airbus estimated that the intelligent bag would cost only 20 percent more than a regular piece of luggage. It also said that it would consider offering a rental service, should Bag2Go be developed. The service would let you drop your bag off to a courier who would then take it to the airport for you. All you would need to do is board your flight and collect your bag.
Trackable Luggage Concepts
Bag2Go's RFID Chip Ensures That You'll Never Lose a Bag Again
Trend Themes
1. Trackable Luggage - Opportunity for luggage manufacturers to incorporate tracking technology in their products, offering travelers peace of mind and convenience.
2. RFID Technology - Potential for businesses to integrate RFID chips in various applications beyond luggage, such as inventory management or supply chain tracking.
3. Weight-sensing Sensors - Disruptive potential for industries to develop products with built-in sensors that provide real-time weight measurements, eliminating the need for separate weighing scales.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - Innovation opportunities for the travel industry to leverage trackable luggage technology, enhancing customer experience and minimizing lost luggage incidents.
2. Technology and Electronics - Advancements in RFID technology open up possibilities for the electronics industry to incorporate tracking features in their products, improving asset management and theft prevention.
3. Manufacturing and Supply Chain - Potential for the manufacturing and supply chain industries to adopt weight-sensing sensors in various applications, automating processes and streamlining operations.