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Connected E-Ink Baggage Tags

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The 'Bagtag' Electronic Luggage Tag Streamlines Travel

— July 2, 2018 — World
The 'Bagtag' electronic luggage tag is an advanced piece of equipment that will enable avid travelers to save time in the terminal and ensure that their baggage always has the right labeling.

Compatible for use with Lufthansa, the baggage tag features an e-ink display that will clearly display your flight info and other pertinent data in a high-resolution manner. The device can be used for checking in online before leaving for the airport and updating it with all of your flight information to help you skip the line when you arrive at the appropriate terminal.

The 'Bagtag' electronic luggage tag boasts a rugged design that's also water-resistant and identifies how travel will continue to become more tech-focused in the coming years.
Trend Themes
1. Electronic Luggage Tags - The trend towards electronic luggage tags presents an opportunity for further innovation by implementing features like GPS location tracking or digital inventory management.
2. Connected Air Travel - As baggage tags become increasingly connected to digital check-in and tracking systems, there is an opportunity for disruption with comprehensive end-to-end travel management platforms.
3. E-ink Displays - E-Ink displays are a growing trend in consumer electronics and their integration with luggage tags presents an opportunity to explore durable outdoor use cases and innovative e-paper materials.
Industry Implications
1. Airline Travel - Players in the airline industry can benefit from electronic luggage tags reducing costs, streamlining operations, and increasing efficiency of luggage handling.
2. Consumer Electronics - The integration of E-Ink displays in luggage tags presents an opportunity for consumer electronics companies to expand into the travel industry with new innovations that cater to the needs of frequent travelers.
3. Logistics - The trend towards connected luggage tags and tracking presents an opportunity for logistics companies to streamline supply chain management and improve inventory control for high-value goods.
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