Proof of Usefulness Report

HollyFrontier

Analysis completed on 1/23/2026

+605
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The submission represents HollyFrontier (now HF Sinclair), a multi-billion dollar refining corporation. While the entity possesses massive real-world utility and verifiable traction (Fortune 500 status), the submission quality is extremely low. It contains mismatched tags ('film', 'social-media'), incorrect business categorization ('Automobile company'), and vague claims ('everyone'). The high score reflects the verifiable scale and necessity of the business itself, heavily penalized by the poor quality of the application.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+81.0
Audience Reach Impact+85.5
Technical Innovation+5.0
Evidence Of Traction+85.5
Market Timing Relevance+40.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+63.73
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+605

Project Details

Project URL
hollyfrontier.com
Description
HollyFrontier Corporation is an independent petroleum refiner and marketer that produces high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, and other specialty products. The company operates through its refineries located in the United States, primarily in the Mid-Continent, Southwest, and Rocky Mountain regions. HollyFrontier is known for its focus on operational excellence, safety, and environmental stewardship. Additionally, the company is involved in the production of lubricants and specialty products through its subsidiary, HollyFrontier Lubricants & Specialty Products. HollyFrontier is committed to delivering value to its shareholders while maintaining a strong emphasis on sustainability and community engagement.

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