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Proof of Usefulness Report

Ascendancy

Analysis completed on 3/9/2026

+35
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project targets a relevant market with a strong executive team but suffers heavily from vague, nonsensical, and exaggerated claims in the submission (e.g., 'most people have used my product' and audience reach of 'everyone'). Verifiable traction is virtually nonexistent, resulting in a low overall score despite the viable problem-solution fit.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+15.0
Audience Reach Impact+2.0
Technical Innovation+6.0
Evidence Of Traction+1.25
Market Timing Relevance+7.0
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+31.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.1
Final Score+35

Project Details

Project URL
Description
At ASCENDANCY we believe in helping unlock the full potential of businesses by developing and delivering tools that feel like superpowers. We’re creating a future where businesses of all sizes can leverage AI to deliver sustainable growth. From small start-ups to medium sized enterprises, we aim to make the latest tools and expertise accessible, affordable, and efficient for everyone. Our flagship product, bloom, combines the very best human expertise with the latest cutting-edge AI technology to transform the way marketing is managed and delivered. bloom consolidates your marketing tools into one simple interface, making it easy to get started and deliver powerful results in minutes. bloom product benefits: - reduced cost and faster results vs traditional models - reverse integration with platforms like Salesforce, Mailchimp, and Meta - trusted security with robust AES-256 encryption and TLS/SSL protocols - supercharged team performance - raised floor on quality of outputs - more control through ‘in-housing’ - fits seamlessly into your existing operations - increased (data-driven) personalisation - end-to-end marketing - instant results without delays Our leadership team: Ross Barnes, CEO/CTO: Former Global CTO at The&Partnership and a member of WPP’s Digital Advisory Board. Ross is a seasoned leader in adtech and marketing transformation Dan Strong, Chair: Founder of DMS Media and former Digital Editor at Auto Express, Dan brings years of expertise in content production and strategy. Chris Seymour, Chief Growth Officer: Previously Director of Communications for Ford of Europe at Hill & Knowlton, Chris specialises in scaling innovative marketing solutions. Michelle Strong, Chief Operating Officer: Michelle has a proven track record in operational excellence. Follow us to stay updated on the latest in AI-powered marketing solutions. Connect with the ASCENDANCY team to see how we can help you grow your business faster and smarter.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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