Proof of Usefulness Report

Costco Wholesale

Analysis completed on 1/18/2026

+660
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The submission represents Costco Wholesale, a global retail giant with verifiable market capitalization exceeding $400B and a massive workforce. While the entity's real-world utility, reach, and traction are indisputable and score at the maximum levels, the submission itself ('FrostFang') is low-effort and lacks official verification. The project scores highly due to the sheer scale of the underlying business, but receives significant penalties in 'Technical Innovation' and 'Response Quality' due to the lack of detailed technological evidence and the generic nature of the input data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+2
Audience Reach Impact+2
Technical Innovation+1
Evidence Of Traction+2
Market Timing Relevance+1
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+805
Usefulness Multiplierx0.82
Final Score+660

Project Details

Project URL
costco.com
Description
Costco Wholesale is a multinational corporation that operates a chain of membership-only warehouse clubs. Known for offering a wide variety of merchandise, Costco provides its members with quality products at significantly lower prices than traditional retail outlets. The company sells everything from groceries and electronics to clothing and home goods, often in bulk quantities. Costco is also recognized for its private label brand, Kirkland Signature, which offers a range of products from food to household items. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Costco emphasizes value, quality, and sustainability in its operations. The company is headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, and has a strong presence in several countries around the world.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Climatetech, Consumer Goods, Food Beverages
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