I've had this briefcase for 6 years now and use it for extended business trips about 6 times a year. For the money it has been very servicable. However, the carry handles are beginning to spilt where they're sown to the case and tear away from the case. The shoulder strap clip broke after about 10 business trips (I was able to have it repaired) and now the shoulder strap seams are beginning to shred and split, so time for a new one. If you're a daily user the case handles and shoulder strap may wear out sooner.As far as space goes, this has plenty and will take a large laptop. I've jammed everything I need into this case, files, laptop, brochures, notebook, books, PDA, cell phone, GPA, wallet, a bottle of water and even a small purse at times and the zippers have held up just fine. The front pockets are roomy, but don't have a lot of organizer slots, so sometimes I have to search for things. When it's not jammed full, the file compartment collapes down a bit and the case appears slimmer. The only thing i wished this had was strap on the back to slide it over a roling luggage handle, so I won't be buying another one.