Proof of Usefulness Report

Freshflow

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+396
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Freshflow is a verified Series A startup (raised ~€8.7M, backed by Y Combinator S21, World Fund) offering AI-driven demand forecasting for grocery retailers. While the submission text itself was of extremely low quality (containing filler text like 'most people have used my product' and 'marketcap: null'), external verification confirms strong traction with major European retailers (Carrefour, Edeka) and significant real-world utility (20% waste reduction, 7-figure ARR). The score reflects the high potential and proven value of the actual business, heavily penalized for the poor quality of the specific submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+135
Audience Reach Impact+32
Technical Innovation+51
Evidence Of Traction+120
Market Timing Relevance+38
Functional Completeness+1
Subtotal+377
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+396

Project Details

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Description
For grocers, ordering the right amount of fresh products is incredibly hard. Freshflow’s AI places the perfect order for every product every day, for fuller shelves and less waste.

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

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Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

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Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline