Proof of Usefulness Report

Goldman Sachs

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+30
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, a highly established initiative with significant real-world utility. However, the submission metadata is inconsistent and contradictory (Project Name 'SwiftShade' vs 'Goldman Sachs', nonsensical revenue data, and generic 'everyone' audience claims). While the underlying entity is massive, the submission itself displays signs of being a low-quality placeholder or spam entry, lacking verifiable evidence of traction specific to the confusingly named project. The score reflects the high potential utility of the described program severely discounted by the lack of data integrity and evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+11.25
Audience Reach Impact+8.0
Technical Innovation+2.25
Evidence Of Traction+6.25
Market Timing Relevance+3.5
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+31.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+30

Project Details

Project URL
goldmansachs.com
Description
The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is an initiative aimed at providing small business owners with access to education, capital, and support to help them grow their enterprises. Launched in 2009, the program is designed to address the challenges faced by small businesses in scaling their operations and creating jobs in their communities. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines practical business education with personalized support and networking opportunities. The curriculum covers various topics such as financial management, marketing and sales, operations, leadership, and negotiations. The courses are taught by experienced faculty members from leading business schools and industry experts.

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