Business cards in Amsterdam
Business cards in Amsterdam means a card with a QR code and NFC chip that opens a hosted profile, suited to international headquarters and finance firms in Zuidas, exhibitors at RAI Amsterdam, and a business culture that values getting to the point quickly.
Zuidas and international headquarters
Zuidas is Amsterdam's main business district, home to a concentration of law firms, banks and international company headquarters, many of which conduct meetings in English by default. A smart card fits that international setting well, since a profile can be set up entirely in English and updated instantly if a contact moves between offices, which is common among the multinational firms based there.
A direct meeting culture
Dutch business meetings are known for being direct and efficient, with little time spent on small talk before getting to the point, and a card exchange fits that same pace: a tap or scan shares a full profile in seconds rather than a slower ritual of reading a paper card aloud. RAI Amsterdam, one of the country's largest exhibition venues, hosts a steady calendar of trade events where that speed matters across a full day of meetings.
Cards ship with tracked delivery to the Netherlands, and profiles can be set up in Dutch or English depending on the audience.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I set the profile up entirely in English for an international Zuidas office?
- Yes, all profile fields are plain text and can be written entirely in English or any other language.
- Does the fast Dutch meeting style suit this format?
- Yes, sharing a profile by tap or scan is quicker than a traditional card exchange, which fits a direct meeting culture well.
- Does tracked delivery cover Amsterdam?
- Yes, tracked delivery is available across the Netherlands, including Amsterdam.