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CENTRINNO Cartography Barcelona. Credits: METABOLIC

What is it about and why is it relevant ?

KUMU (see here an example of Barcelona) is an online mapping platform used to organise data on social networks or other complex systems. Fab City Hubs can use KUMU as a tool for the cartography of urban communities and their resources. It can not only host, visualise and share collected content about the stakeholders involved in the implementation of Fab City Hubs but also function as an analytical tool to explore circular opportunities in locally productive communities.

To set up and cultivate a KUMU-based cartography of local Fab City networks and their resources, pilots can resort to the KUMU template and adjust these to their needs. This template provides a very general structure of a spreadsheet that can be imported and visualised in KUMU. For further support on creating a survey or interview that collects data on local stakeholders and their resources, we also provide a CENTRINNO Resource Inventory template that can be adjusted by pilots.

With respect to the implementation of Fab City Hubs, the mapping of locally present resources via KUMU has several purposes: First, it can enable the initiators of Fab City Hubs to understand which tools, equipment and technologies are available or missing within locally productive communities. Second, it can be used to identify materials and wastes that are commonly used in maker communities; thereby, guiding possible pathways of innovation in material substitution, reuse and recycling. Using KUMU to map and visualise local networks and to identify circular opportunities requires a degree of pre-existing knowledge of and good connections to the core stakeholders that comprise local productive networks.

Step-by-steps guidelines for application

Find here after a list of key steps that will help you effectively implement a KUMU mapping platform, enabling comprehensive visualization and analysis of local Fab City Hubs' resources, stakeholders and spaces.

Prepare and Gather Data

  • Identify and list all relevant local stakeholders, resources, tools, equipment, and technologies within the community.

  • Use the CENTRINNO Resource Inventory template to conduct surveys or interviews, collecting detailed data on these elements.

Customize the KUMU Template:

  • Obtain the KUMU template and adapt it to suit your specific needs, ensuring it includes categories for all the data you plan to map.

  • Modify the spreadsheet structure to match the types of information you have gathered and the visualizations you aim to create.

Import Data into KUMU

  • Organize the collected data into the customized spreadsheet template.

  • Import the completed spreadsheet into the KUMU platform, ensuring all data fields are correctly mapped to the platform’s visualization tools.

Visualize and Analyze Data

  • Utilize KUMU’s visualization capabilities to create maps that represent the local Fab City Hubs and resources.

  • Use these maps to identify gaps, circular opportunities, and potential areas for innovation in material substitution, reuse, and recycling.

Engage Stakeholders and Refine the Map:

  • Share the initial KUMU map with core stakeholders for feedback and validation.

  • Continuously update and refine the map based on ongoing input and new data to ensure it accurately reflects the evolving local network and resource landscape.

Main Purposes 👍

Here are four main purposes for using the KUMU mapping platform when launching a Fab City Hub:

→ Understanding Local Resources and Capabilities: KUMU can help identify and map the available tools, equipment, and technologies within locally productive communities, allowing initiators to see what resources are available or missing. This understanding is crucial for planning and optimizing the setup of a Fab City Hub.

→ Identifying Circular Opportunities: The platform can be used to pinpoint materials and wastes that are commonly utilized within maker communities. By visualizing these patterns, initiators can explore and identify opportunities for material substitution, reuse, and recycling, fostering innovation in sustainable practices.

→ Facilitating Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: KUMU allows for the visualization and sharing of data on the various stakeholders involved in the Fab City Hub implementation. This capability enhances transparency, fosters collaboration, and strengthens the connections among stakeholders, which is essential for the hub’s success.

→ Guiding Strategic Decision-Making: By providing an analytical tool to explore and visualize the local network and resources, KUMU supports informed decision-making. It enables the initiators to plan strategic interventions, allocate resources effectively, and develop initiatives that align with the needs and strengths of the local community.

Summary Table

Characteristic

Difficulty

Medium

Duration

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Facilitator I Participants

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Setting

Online

Contact

frenzi@metabolic.nl

CENTRINNO Tagging System

#MapTheEcosystem, #Circularity, #InnovationSpace, #VocationalTraining

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