Proof of Usefulness Report

Connected Innovation

Analysis completed on 2/13/2026

+35
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project 'Connected Innovation' is a verified, legitimate regional network in Norfolk and Suffolk connecting 27 innovation hubs. However, the submission itself is of critically low quality. The name 'WhisperBlade' appears to be a typo or user handle, and the claims that the audience is 'everyone' and 'most people have used my product' are factually false for a B2B government initiative. While the underlying initiative has real-world utility and government backing (verified via search), the score is heavily penalized due to the unreliable and exaggerated assertions in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+18.75
Audience Reach Impact+2.00
Technical Innovation+1.50
Evidence Of Traction+5.00
Market Timing Relevance+6.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+33.50
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+35

Project Details

Project URL
connectedinnovation.co.uk
Description
Connected Innovation has formed one of the country's largest regional innovation networks, joining up 27 leading innovation, science, and research hubs across Norfolk and Suffolk together with key business innovation clusters across the region. Connected Innovation is joining the dots on innovation support for Norfolk & Suffolk's entrepreneurs from start-up to scale-up and supporting established businesses. Connected Innovation launched in 2021 and now encompasses a wide range of technology capabilities such as AI, Robotics, Agri-Tech, Biotech, Cleantech, FinTech, Gaming and Immersive Tech, MedTech, Satellite Applications and Cyber Security, driving cross-sector innovation opportunities for key sectors such as agri-food, health, offshore renewables, manufacturing and engineering and financial services.

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