Proof of Usefulness Report

Aaron's Department Dooel

Analysis completed on 2/5/2026

+386
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The project represents a legitimate and established UK-based business (Aaron's Department Ltd) providing essential DBS checks with verified traction (15,944+ users, 236,000+ checks). However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, utilizing hyperbole ('most people have used my product') and inaccurate metrics ('marketcap: 50000', 'audience: everyone'). While the business has high real-world utility and reach, the score is heavily penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the input, necessitating external verification to confirm its viability.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+170.0
Audience Reach Impact+60.0
Technical Innovation+37.5
Evidence Of Traction+100.0
Market Timing Relevance+56.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+428.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+386

Project Details

Description
Getting DBS Checks for your staff doesn’t have to be difficult, and with DBS Checks by Aaron’s Department, it certainly isn’t! Fast, reliable, and secure DBS checks from as little as £2.83 per application. No contracts, no hidden fees, no complicated waffle - just straight-forward DBS applications for you and your staff.

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