Proof of Usefulness Report

Hroes

Analysis completed on 2/9/2026

+166
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

The project 'Hroes' appears to be a legitimate early-stage HR compliance platform backed by a verifiable employment lawyer (Elissa Thursfield), which provides a baseline of real-world utility. However, the submission itself is of very low quality, containing blatant exaggerations (e.g., 'most people have used my product') and confused financial metrics ('marketcap' instead of revenue). While the problem-solution fit is strong, the lack of verifiable traction evidence and the unprofessional nature of the submission (user handle 'SwiftFang', vague audience definitions) heavily penalize the score. The score reflects a potentially promising small business hampered by a red-flag submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+120.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+15.0
Evidence Of Traction+0.0
Market Timing Relevance+48.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+195.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+166

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Co-Founded by Elissa Thursfield, an award-winning employment lawyer, HRoes was born out of her firsthand experience grappling with non-compliant HR systems, resulting in substantial resource wastage and expensive legal costs. Our HR software takes the headache out of HR by simplifying laborious tasks such as right-to-work checks, grievance procedures, and disciplinary hearings - ensuring full compliance with built-in legal guidance. Backed by our consultancy and a comprehensive e-learning platform, we help you stay confidently on the right side of the law while reducing your legal spend. Rated 'excellent' on Trustpilot.

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