Proof of Usefulness Report

Podean

Analysis completed on 2/16/2026

+710
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Podean is a verified, high-performance global agency with estimated annual revenue of ~$45M and ~200 employees, significantly exceeding the 'Comparable scale' baseline. While the submission quality was poor (vague claims like 'most people', missing tech details), external search confirmed the existence of proprietary technology (Purvey.ai) and major industry awards (Amazon Ads Global Expansion Award 2023, Drum Awards 2021). The project demonstrates exceptional real-world utility and traction in the B2B marketplace sector.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+22.5
Audience Reach Impact+17.0
Technical Innovation+6.0
Evidence Of Traction+23.75
Market Timing Relevance+9.0
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal78.75 (Scaled x10: 787.5)
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+710

Project Details

Project URL
podean.com
Description
Podean is a global, award-winning marketplace marketing agency. Our passion lies in helping clients create enduring, sustainable relationships with the modern digital consumer. Proud to be named the Global Startup Agency of the Year at the Drum Awards for 2021, and recipient of Amazon Ads Global Expansion Award in 2023. Our team of Amazon, marketplace, and eCommerce media specialists are building brands and unlocking ROI for progressive companies across 5 continents.

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