Proof of Usefulness Report

ChannelEngine

Analysis completed on 1/17/2026

+498
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

ChannelEngine is a significant Series B scale-up (raised ~$57M, led by Atomico) with verified substantial market presence (8,100+ brands, 200+ sales channels). While the submission itself was extremely poor (vague claims, missing data), external verification confirms it is a major player in the marketplace integration sector with over 150 employees and global reach. The score reflects its high utility and proven traction, heavily penalized for the lack of detail and effort in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+135
Audience Reach Impact+102
Technical Innovation+33
Evidence Of Traction+142
Market Timing Relevance+54
Functional Completeness+1
Subtotal+468
Usefulness Multiplierx1.06
Final Score+498

Project Details

Description
With a single powerful integration, ChannelEngine.com connects your systems to international marketplaces and sales channels while optimizing sales, minimizing time, and maximizing profit and reach. It is purposely built for brands, distributors, and retailers.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Business 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