Proof of Usefulness Report

42 Technologies

Analysis completed on 1/2/2026

+441
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

42 Technologies is a verified Y Combinator-backed retail analytics platform with significant B2B utility and established traction (clients include AllSaints, revenue est. $1M-$3M). However, the submission quality is extremely poor, featuring false claims ('most people have used my product') and vague data. The score reflects the strong underlying business fundamentals discovered via external verification, heavily discounted by the lack of direct evidence and effort in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212
Audience Reach Impact+30
Technical Innovation+105
Evidence Of Traction+120
Market Timing Relevance+60
Response Quality+2
Final Score+441

Project Details

Description
At 42, we’re on a mission to build the most loved and accessible tools for the retail industry.\n\nRetail as an industry is evolving rapidly, but its data infrastructure is stagnant. Brands have a wealth of data available, locked away in legacy systems and siloed third parties. Figuring out what’s selling or what’s running out of stock is a weekly struggle.\n\nThis is what we fix. We’re not just reporting, we are an end-to-end retail analytics stack.\n\nGlobal international retailers and fashion brands rely on our product to make decisions, every day. From comparing top selling styles in Europe vs USA, to understanding online/offline traffic patterns, or building the right merchandising strategy for the next season – our platform gives any user the answer they need, immediately.\n\n42 is a YC-backed company founded by two Forbes 30 under 30 recipients and serial hackathon winners. Our team comes from P\u0026G, SAP, Deloitte Consulting and Flexport.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Analytics, Consumer Goods, Construction
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline