Proof of Usefulness Report

Black Dome Press

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+16
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Black Dome Press appears to be a legitimate regional publisher of New York State history and guidebooks, but the project submission is of extremely low quality. The entry contains scraped keyword lists for descriptions, obviously false traction claims (claiming 'most people' have used the product), and vague financial metrics. While the underlying business has niche utility, the lack of verifiable data, reliance on outdated technology (Zen Cart), and exaggerated audience claims result in a minimal score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+7.5
Audience Reach Impact+2.0
Technical Innovation+0.75
Evidence Of Traction+1.25
Market Timing Relevance+4.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+15.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.02
Final Score+16

Project Details

Description
Zen Cart! : - New Releases Adirondacks Architecture Art & Artists Biography Catskills Geology Hudson Valley & Hudson River Hiking / Trail Guides Other NY State Catalog Revolutionary War Railroads Kayaking New England Childrens Books Food & Wine Living Colonial Era French & Indian War Nature ecommerce,

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