Proof of Usefulness Report

Norwood Systems Ltd.

Analysis completed on 2/9/2026

+348
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Norwood Systems is a verifiable ASX-listed entity (Ticker: NOR) delivering white-label voicemail and telecommunications solutions to Tier-1 operators (e.g., Spark NZ). While the project demonstrates legitimate historical traction (8M+ downloads, awards) and tangible B2B utility, the submission is degraded by hyperbolic claims ('most people have used my product', 'everyone'). Current market capitalization (~$2.5M AUD) indicates a micro-cap status with modest valuation despite the long operational history. The score reflects a solid foundation dampened by stagnant recent growth signals and low-quality submission responses.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+162.5
Audience Reach Impact+56.0
Technical Innovation+82.5
Evidence Of Traction+67.5
Market Timing Relevance+50.0
Functional Completeness+7.5
Subtotal+426
Usefulness Multiplierx0.81
Final Score+348

Project Details

Description
Norwood has developed an innovative suite of technologies to build the next-generation call completion platforms for the mobile operator industry. Our award-winning mobile apps have been downloaded by 8+ million customers world-wide and have reached Number #1 in their categories in 105+ App Store countries. Norwood delivers a next generation, powerful visual voicemail service platform and associated apps to Communication Service Providers (CSPs), providing CSP subscribers with a rich, easy-to-use and completely modernised visual voicemail experience. Norwood has successfully delivered a suite of high-performance branded iOS and Android white-labelled visual voicemail apps and associated network services for Spark New Zealand, a tier-1 operator, targeted at their entire mobile user base. Norwood has been the winner of the highly regarded Australian National iAwards in 2014, 2015 and 2017, believed to be the only non-government entity to win that many iAwards across four years. Norwood was the winner of the prestigious London Business School Real Innovation Award and the Westpac Bank’s Inaugural Businesses of Tomorrow Award. Norwood Systems listed on the ASX in June 2015 and trades with the stock ticker NOR.

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