Proof of Usefulness Report

MODE

Analysis completed on 1/25/2026

+359
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

MODE (tinkermode.com) is a verified Series B IoT company (MODE, Inc.) established in 2014 with over $25M in funding and major enterprise clients like JR East and Panasonic. While the project has high real-world utility in industrial Digital Transformation (DX) and solid technical innovation (integrating GenAI with IoT), the submission itself contained hyperbolic and unsupported claims ('audienceReach: everyone', 'most people have used my product'), which significantly reduced the Quality Factors for Reach and Traction. The score reflects a mature, high-value company penalized for a low-quality submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+135.0
Audience Reach Impact+45.0
Technical Innovation+76.5
Evidence Of Traction+67.5
Market Timing Relevance+51.0
Functional Completeness+3.0
Subtotal+378
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+359

Project Details

Project URL
tinkermode.com
Description
MODE is a reliable data collection solution for real-world data. Companies are collecting and consuming real-world sensor data in their businesses. However, developing commercial-grade, large-scale data collection systems is hard. MODE provides a sensor gateway and data cloud solution that works reliably even under unstable network conditions.

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