Proof of Usefulness Report

Humi

Analysis completed on 1/23/2026

+746
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Humi is a highly successful, established Canadian HR/Payroll platform (founded 2016). External verification confirms significant traction with over $50M in funding, ~195 employees, and a recent acquisition by Employment Hero (Jan 2025). While the submission text itself was poor ('most people have used my product', vague details), the project's actual real-world utility and market position are exceptional. The score reflects the high verified value (Series B scale, exit event) adjusted for the lack of technical detail in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237.5
Audience Reach Impact+160.0
Technical Innovation+45.0
Evidence Of Traction+250.0
Market Timing Relevance+90.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+785
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+746

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Humi is a platform for Canadian SMBs to employ their people. Starting with simple cloud-based Payroll, HR, and benefits. Founded in Toronto, with a mission of moving up the starting line for all Canadians.

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