Proof of Usefulness Report

Cloudbeds

Analysis completed on 1/17/2026

+686
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Cloudbeds is a verifiable market leader in hospitality management software with significant scale (725+ employees, global reach). While the project itself has immense utility, traction, and market presence (unicorn status), the submission quality is extremely poor, lacking specific details and relying on verifiable external facts (URL, Team Size) rather than provided evidence. The score reflects the high value of the underlying business, heavily penalized by the lack of effort in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237
Audience Reach Impact+180
Technical Innovation+60
Evidence Of Traction+237
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+807
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+686

Project Details

Project URL
cloudbeds.com
Description
Cloudbeds provides a transformative technology platform upon which any lodging provider, from luxury hotels to campgrounds, can build and run their business. We help businesses reach travelers in every corner of the globe and empower them to spend more time with their guests, and less time worrying about technology. We've brought together the smartest minds from around the world to innovate new technology that challenges the status quo and makes the world a more connected place.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Software Development, Leadership, Travel Hospitality
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