Proof of Usefulness Report

PitchBook Data

Analysis completed on 1/27/2026

+695
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

PitchBook Data is a premier financial data provider with massive real-world utility and verifiable traction (acquired by Morningstar). While the platform is an industry standard for VC/PE data, the submission itself was of extremely low quality (hyperbolic claims like 'most people', generic tags, lack of detail). The score reflects the undeniable high value and scale of the entity (verified via URL and external knowledge) heavily weighted against the poor effort of the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237.5
Audience Reach Impact+90.0
Technical Innovation+102.0
Evidence Of Traction+250.0
Market Timing Relevance+90.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+772
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+695

Project Details

Project URL
pitchbook.com
Description
PitchBook Data is a financial data and software company that provides comprehensive data, research, and analysis on the private and public equity markets. Through its platform, PitchBook offers insights into venture capital, private equity, and mergers and acquisitions, helping professionals in the financial industry make informed investment decisions. The company is known for its extensive database, which includes detailed information on companies, investors, deals, and funds, as well as its robust analytical tools and reports. PitchBook serves a wide range of clients, including investment banks, private equity firms, venture capitalists, corporate development teams, and service providers.

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