Proof of Usefulness Report

ControlHub

Analysis completed on 1/18/2026

+324
Proof of Usefulness Score
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ControlHub is a legitimate, Y Combinator-backed (W21) B2B SaaS platform streamlining procurement for mid-size companies. Despite the high utility of the actual product and verified traction (revenue generating, growing customer base), the project submission itself was of extremely low quality—containing false claims ('most people have used my product', 'everyone') and unprofessional placeholders ('LunarFang'). The score reflects the strong underlying business fundamentals and market fit, heavily penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+150
Audience Reach Impact+30
Technical Innovation+90
Evidence Of Traction+62
Market Timing Relevance+70
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+405
Usefulness Multiplierx0.8
Final Score+324

Project Details

Project URL
Description
ControlHub is SaaS that connects the Procurement and Accounts Payable processes of mid-size companies. In essence, we're using automation and collaborative software to streamline the way companies buy and pay for products/services. The product is 100% Slack native. We're launching payment products soon.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Automation, Cloud Computing, Software 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