Proof of Usefulness Report

Billet

Analysis completed on 1/15/2026

+10
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission for 'Billet' contains critical contradictions and red flags indicating a lack of authenticity or a severe data error. While the description claims it is a talent sourcing startup for African professionals, the business type is listed as 'Precision Machining,' and the term 'Billet' typically refers to metal bars, suggesting a branding or category confusion. Furthermore, the traction claim 'most people have used my product' is demonstrably false and hyperbolic for a startup with no active user or revenue data. The submission lacks technical details, team information, and verifiable metrics, resulting in a near-zero score reflecting a project with no proof of usefulness.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+6
Audience Reach Impact+0
Technical Innovation+0
Evidence Of Traction+0
Market Timing Relevance+5
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+11
Usefulness Multiplierx0.91
Final Score+10

Project Details

Description
Billet is a talent sourcing & matching startup between companies seeking tech talent and Sub-Saharan African tech professionals.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Entrepreneurship
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

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