Proof of Usefulness Report

Appcast Inc.

Analysis completed on 2/7/2026

+681
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Appcast is a verified industry leader in programmatic recruitment advertising with estimated annual revenue exceeding $100M and a team of ~750. The project demonstrates exceptional real-world utility and traction, far surpassing the calibration baseline. However, the submission quality was low, with lazy claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'everyone') and inaccurate data fields. The score reflects the massive verifiable scale of the business, penalized significantly for the poor quality of the application text.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+90.0
Audience Reach Impact+64.0
Technical Innovation+75.0
Evidence Of Traction+76.0
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+10.0
Subtotal+740.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+681

Project Details

Project URL
appcast.io
Description
Appcast is the award-winning, global leader in programmatic job advertising technology. With advanced technology, unmatched market data and a team of the industry's best recruitment marketers, Appcast's technology and services drive hiring outcomes for more than 2,000 clients. In July 2023, Appcast acquired Bayard Advertising, a pioneer in the recruitment marketing space. Appcast is headquartered in Lebanon, N.H. with offices throughout North America and Europe. Appcast is a subsidiary of The Stepstone Group, a leading digital recruitment platform that connects companies with the right talent and helps people find the right job. To learn more, visit http://www.appcast.io and follow on X @appcast_io.

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