Proof of Usefulness Report

Magnolia Bee & Supply

Analysis completed on 2/26/2026

+26
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Magnolia Bee & Supply is a legitimate, small brick-and-mortar and online retailer for beekeeping supplies in Texas. However, the project submission contains significant inaccuracies and low-quality data. The project name 'ThunderClaw' appears unrelated to the business (likely a handle or placeholder), and the claim that 'most people have used my product' is demonstrably false. The 'IoT device' mentioned is likely a resale item (e.g., BroodMinder) rather than proprietary technology. While the underlying small business has local utility and likely generates some revenue, this submission fails to demonstrate a scalable technology project or verifiable innovation.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+15
Audience Reach Impact+4
Technical Innovation+0.75
Evidence Of Traction+3.75
Market Timing Relevance+4
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+27.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.93
Final Score+26

Project Details

Description
We provide bee supplies ranging from tools, boxes, insulated hives, IOT device among many other things to help you with your beekeeping adventure. We also provide encouragement! The next time your in the need for beekeeping supplies consider giving us an opportunity to earn your business!

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