Proof of Usefulness Report

Next Glass

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+582
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Next Glass is the verified parent company of major platforms like Untappd, BeerAdvocate, and Oznr, serving millions of users and thousands of businesses in the beverage-alcohol industry. While the project itself has immense real-world utility, high traction ($20M+ estimated revenue), and established market presence, the submission quality was extremely poor (e.g., claiming audience is 'everyone', providing no metrics). The score reflects the high value of the entity, penalized significantly for the lack of substantiating evidence in the application.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+16.63
Audience Reach Impact+9.00
Technical Innovation+8.40
Evidence Of Traction+16.63
Market Timing Relevance+8.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+58.91
Usefulness Multiplierx0.98
Final Score+582

Project Details

Project URL
nextglass.co
Description
Next Glass powers the alcoholic beverage industry through innovative software \u0026 technology, world-class experiences, and unparalleled content that reflects our unique and enthusiastic community. \n\n\nWhether you're looking to develop one-of-a-kind software solutions for your favorite breweries, support business growth and development, create unforgettable beer festivals and events, or anything in-between, this is your chance to start the next chapter of your career.\n\n\nJoin us as we advance the global beverage industry in a way that's only possible at Next Glass.

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