Proof of Usefulness Report

Druva

Analysis completed on 2/6/2026

+621
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Druva is a highly successful, established data security unicorn with over $200M ARR and significant enterprise adoption. However, the submission itself is of very poor quality, featuring exaggerated claims ('most people have used my product', 'reach: everyone') and vague technical details. While the project's real-world utility and traction are indisputable based on external verification, the score is penalized by the lack of effort and accuracy in the submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility2.5)
Audience Reach Impact2.0)
Technical Innovation1.5)
Evidence Of Traction2.5)
Market Timing Relevance1.0)
Functional Completeness0.5)
Subtotal+667
Usefulness Multiplierx0.93
Final Score+621

Project Details

Project URL
druva.com
Description
Druva is the leading provider of data security solutions, empowering customers to secure and recover their data from all threats. The Druva Data Security Cloud is a fully managed SaaS solution offering air-gapped and immutable data protection across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments. By centralizing data protection, Druva enhances traditional security measures and enables faster incident response, effective cyber remediation, and robust data governance.

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