Proof of Usefulness Report

Latchworks

Analysis completed on 2/19/2026

+34
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Latchworks appears to be a legitimate, small-scale Canadian engineering consultancy (verified via external search) offering valuable SCADA and digitalization services to manufacturers. However, the project submission itself is of extremely poor quality, containing demonstrable falsehoods (claiming 'most people' have used the product, defining audience as 'everyone') and confusing financial metrics ('marketcap' for a service business). While the underlying business addresses a real industry need (Industry 4.0/Digitalization), the low score reflects the severe lack of verifiable traction data and the hyperbolic nature of the input provided.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+16.25
Audience Reach Impact+2.00
Technical Innovation+4.80
Evidence Of Traction+1.25
Market Timing Relevance+6.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+30.55
Usefulness Multiplierx1.10
Final Score+34

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Latchworks helps small and medium sized manufacturers connect, monitor and optimize their manufacturing operations through digitalization projects that are practical, sustainable and easy to use. We offer a range of site audits to help identify your biggest pain points, whether in energy management, shop floor connectivity, or the integration of AI into your processes. We deliver modern SCADA systems, help track performance with lightweight OEE tools, and offer automation and digital solutions expertise for streamlining manufacturing, reducing your costs and wastes.

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