Proof of Usefulness Report

71lbs

Analysis completed on 1/2/2026

+349
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

71lbs is a well-established company (est. 2010) with verified traction, employing ~44 people and serving thousands of SMBs to recover shipping refunds. Despite the low-quality submission (which contained exaggerated claims like 'everyone' and missing revenue data), external due diligence confirms high real-world utility and significant market presence. The score is calibrated to reflect a mature, revenue-generating business, penalized slightly for the lack of verifiable data provided directly in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+112
Audience Reach Impact+65
Technical Innovation+37
Evidence Of Traction+106
Market Timing Relevance+45
Response Quality+1
Final Score+349

Project Details

Project URL
71lbs.com
Description
71lbs created a \"set-and-forget\" system that allows SMBs to automatically collect on their FedEx \u0026 UPS late shipment refunds.\n\nDid you know every FedEx \u0026 UPS shipment comes with a money-back-guarantee? If your overnight or ground shipment is late, even by 60 seconds, you have the right to 100% of your money back. Most companies don't file their late shipment claims. More than $2 billion are left unclaimed every year. \n\nVisit us @ www.71lbs.com
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Logistics Supply-Chain
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