Proof of Usefulness Report

ANSYS INC

Analysis completed on 1/11/2026

+650
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The submission represents Ansys, Inc., a publicly traded industry leader ($30B+ Market Cap) with exceptional real-world utility and technical sophistication. While the submission text itself is low-quality and contains vague claims ('everyone', 'most people'), the verifiable traction and critical nature of the software in global engineering warrant a high score. The project is calibrated as a large-scale enterprise significantly exceeding the baseline.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+187
Audience Reach Impact+95
Technical Innovation+112
Evidence Of Traction+187
Market Timing Relevance+45
Functional Completeness+3
Subtotal+631
Usefulness Multiplierx1.03
Final Score+650

Project Details

Project URL
ansys.com
Description
ANSYS Inc. is a global leader in engineering simulation software, headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. The company develops and markets a comprehensive suite of simulation solutions that enable engineers to predict how product designs will behave in real-world environments. ANSYS's software is used across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, energy, and healthcare, to optimize product performance, reduce physical prototyping costs, and accelerate time to market. With a focus on innovation and quality, ANSYS provides tools for structural analysis, fluid dynamics, electromagnetics, and multiphysics simulations, empowering engineers to tackle complex design challenges and drive product development forward.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Software Development, Space Technology, Energy Solutions
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