Proof of Usefulness Report

Keychain

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+633
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Keychain is a verified, high-growth CPG manufacturing platform that has raised over $68M (Series B) and partnered with major retailers like Whole Foods, Tesco, and General Mills. While the submission data was of low quality (claiming '0' team size and 'everyone' as the audience), independent verification confirms significant B2B traction with over $500M in platform demand and a network of 30,000+ manufacturers. The project solves a critical supply chain opacity problem using AI, justifying a high score despite the poor submission response.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+178.1
Audience Reach Impact+135.0
Technical Innovation+63.8
Evidence Of Traction+178.1
Market Timing Relevance+45.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+602.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+633

Project Details

Project URL
keychain.com
Description
Keychain is a CPG manufacturing platform that uses AI algorithms to connect brands and retailers with manufacturers. It allows users to establish a network by selecting manufacturers and production lines for the items that need to be produced, offering a variety of products such as sparkling water, energy drinks, cereal, and granola bars. The company's proprietary, AI-powered platform helps brands quickly find the right manufacturing partners and navigate the entire manufacturing process.

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