Situation Crossroads is a platform that aims to stimulate innovative collaborations between companies. However, the organization noticed that it lacked sufficient visibility among Flemish businesses. They therefore asked for our help to increase the awareness and accessibility of Crossroads. During the first brainstorming sessions, we identified that companies needed more visibility and easier ways to connect with other organizations. This led to the idea of creating an interactive map where companies could showcase themselves and find partners for joint projects. Task My main role within the team was to develop the prototype. In addition, I took on tasks related to planning and communication, such as scheduling team calls and maintaining contact with Diederik, our liaison at Crossroads. I also contributed to the task distribution, ensuring everyone knew their responsibilities and deadlines. Action After our concept was approved, I started building the prototype using Bolt.new. In the first version, companies could register, share their portfolios, and indicate whether they were looking for a partner for a new or ongoing project. During the second feedback round, we were advised to add a matchmaking system that could connect companies based on their preferences and project types. I implemented this in Prototype 2. After refining the data and improving usability, I developed Prototype 3, which became the final version. We successfully presented this version to the jury. Prototype (https://new-chat-zjn8.bolt.host/) Demo (https://app.supademo.com/demo/cmhlqwws30o8cla10dlfe3gx0?step=2) Result The final pitch was well received by the jury. Crossroads was pleased with the direction we took and saw potential in the further development of the concept. Our team demonstrated effective project management skills — clear task division, regular communication with the client, and continuous improvement based on feedback. Reflection What I mainly learned from this project is the importance of choosing the right tools. Although Bolt.new allowed for quick development, it offered limited flexibility for manual adjustments. As a result, the final product looked somewhat “AI-generated” and lacked a handcrafted feel. In future projects, I plan to use Figma for greater control and a more professional outcome. I also realized that a more structured task distribution could make the workflow even smoother. This project not only strengthened my technical skills but also deepened my understanding of how project management ensures structure, collaboration, and tangible results.