Proof of Usefulness Report

ConnectLab Srl

Analysis completed on 2/27/2026

+45
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

ConnectLab Srl is a verifiable Italian IoT company (Milan) with products under the 'DOTS' brand (DOTS.bike, DOTS.pet) and reported 2023 revenue of ~€178k. However, the submission contains severe credibility issues, including hyperbolic traction claims ('most people have used my product') and vague audience targeting ('everyone'). While the underlying business is legitimate and generating revenue, the extreme disparity between the submission's claims and reality results in a low score, categorizing it as a small-scale venture with significant red flags in its presentation.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+75
Audience Reach Impact+20
Technical Innovation+45
Evidence Of Traction+40
Market Timing Relevance+50
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+45
Usefulness Multiplierx1
Final Score+45

Project Details

Project URL
Description
We are connecting the DOTS. ConnectLab has created DOTS, the new mobile IoT brand that is all about staying connected to the things and people you love.Using a state-of-the-art Smart GPS module, DOTS products in combination with custom apps and the power of cloud technology allow you to track, connect

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