Proof of Usefulness Report

Dean Foods

Analysis completed on 1/19/2026

+5
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission details Dean Foods, a major dairy company that filed for bankruptcy in 2019 and ceased independent operations. The inclusion of 'blockchain' and 'decentralization' in the technology tags contradicts the nature of the traditional dairy business described. As the entity no longer exists and the submission claims contradictory technologies without evidence of a pivot or new product, the project scores near zero for current usefulness and viability.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+1
Audience Reach Impact+1
Technical Innovation+0
Evidence Of Traction+1
Market Timing Relevance+0
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+4
Usefulness Multiplierx1.08
Final Score+5

Project Details

Project URL
deanfoods.com
Description
Dean Foods was a leading American food and beverage company that specialized in the production and distribution of dairy products. Founded in 1925, the company was headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Dean Foods was known for its wide range of dairy offerings, including milk, ice cream, and other related products, which were distributed under various regional and national brand names. The company played a significant role in the dairy industry, serving a large customer base across the United States. However, in 2019, Dean Foods filed for bankruptcy and subsequently sold its assets to Dairy Farmers of America and other companies. As a result, Dean Foods as an independent entity ceased to exist, and its operations were absorbed by other organizations.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Food Beverages, Blockchain, Decentralization
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

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