Proof of Usefulness Report

ClearCOGS

Analysis completed on 1/17/2026

+354
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Despite a low-quality submission filled with hyperbolic claims ('everyone', 'most people'), external verification confirms ClearCOGS is a high-potential project. The company raised $3.8M in Seed funding (Closed Loop Partners, April 2025) and serves over 500 restaurant locations (including Jimmy John's and Goop Kitchen), effectively reducing food waste and labor costs. The project demonstrates strong real-world utility and traction comparable to established brands, though the score is slightly penalized by the poor quality of the input data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+29
Audience Reach Impact+15
Technical Innovation+12
Evidence Of Traction+26
Market Timing Relevance+9
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+93
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+354

Project Details

Project URL
Description
AI Ops for Restaurants
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Analytics
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