Proof of Usefulness Report

Apploi

Analysis completed on 1/12/2026

+430
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Apploi is a verifiable, high-growth SaaS company (Series B, ~$23M+ ARR, Inc. 5000 rank) addressing a critical healthcare staffing crisis. However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality: it relies on outdated descriptions (referencing 2013-era 'kiosks'), provides vague audience claims ('everyone'), and cites clearly false traction ('most people have used my product'). While the underlying project is a proven success (Scale: 400-700 range), the score is heavily penalized due to the lack of verifiable evidence provided in the submission and the hyperbolic, unsupported claims.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+142
Audience Reach Impact+57
Technical Innovation+70
Evidence Of Traction+79
Market Timing Relevance+60
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+410
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+430

Project Details

Project URL
apploi.com
Description
Apploi is the first ever hiring community focused on the retail, service and support industries. We have a mobile-first solution that makes it easy for job seekers to apply to jobs directly from a mobile device, the web, or any of our public and private tablet Kiosks, where candidates can showcase their personality via video and audio application questions. We believe that for retail and services jobs, the traditional resume \u0026 cover letter is irrelevant – but what is truly important is the jobseeker's personality, loyalty, and passion for the job. \n\nWe work with over 6,000 companies ranging in size from Fortune 500 brands to hundreds of small and medium sized businesses, reducing the cost and increasing the efficiency and quality of their hourly hiring. Apploi sits at the point of initial capture, making it easy for both active and passive job seekers to connect with employers. Along with different filters and screening tools, brands can also use video and audio questions upfront.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Software Development, It Services, Web Development
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