Proof of Usefulness Report

LeanIX

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+875
Proof of Usefulness Score
Unicorn Utility

LeanIX is a verified market leader in Enterprise Architecture Management (EAM), acquired by SAP in 2023 for approx. $1.3 billion. While the submission itself was low-effort (vague claims like 'everyone'), the project's actual real-world utility, scale (1,000+ enterprise customers), and traction are exceptional. The score reflects the verified 'Unicorn' status and proven industrial value, despite the poor quality of the submission text.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+300.0
Audience Reach Impact+216.0
Technical Innovation+120.0
Evidence Of Traction+375.0
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+1093.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.80
Final Score+875

Project Details

Project URL
leanix.net
Description
LeanIX boosts companies’ growth and enables digital transformation by establishing a SaaS-based information hub for their IT architecture. Its focus is controlling and reducing complexity in IT landscapes. Core of the Enterprise Architecture Management solution is an intelligent IT inventory that makes up-to-date information and planning for the IT landscape easily accessible for all relevant staff. At the same time, supporting IT managers’ decision making and performance is of prime importance for LeanIX. Besides the focus on benefits for the organization, the needs of each single user are paramount. The mission of LeanIX is to end the era of complicated enterprise software.

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

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