By the PCM team

The Transparency Tool is a smart matchmaking tool-set that consists of connected, wearable devices that can be used for networking events. The tool intends to enhance transparency and efficiency in networking situations and to serve as a conversation starter. It diminishes barriers between social silos.

During a city making event, each participant wears one device visibly, as a conference badge.
Beforehand, a personal profile of interests has been uploaded onto the device. As soon as
participants with similar or compatible interests are within certain proximity of each other,
each device will give a visible signal hereof.
The device enables the stakeholders to get unexpected, yet meaningful contacts in their city making practices.

This is how it works: