Proof of Usefulness Report

Policygenius

Analysis completed on 1/28/2026

+605
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Policygenius is a major, verified InsurTech entity (acquired by Zinnia in 2023) with immense verifiable traction ($160B+ coverage placed, $250M+ funding). However, this specific project submission is of low quality, featuring lazy data entry (e.g., 'art' as a technology, 'most people' as traction evidence). The evaluation credits the substantial real-world value and scale of the company while penalizing the poor submission effort and lack of technical detail provided in the form.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+152.0
Audience Reach Impact+138.0
Technical Innovation+56.0
Evidence Of Traction+166.6
Market Timing Relevance+59.5
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+577.1
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+606

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Policygenius is the online insurance marketplace combining cutting-edge technology with the expertise of real licensed agents to help people get the coverage they need to protect their family, property, and finances with confidence. Since 2014, we've served as a resource for millions of people on their insurance journeys, and we've placed more than $160 billion in coverage. Our $125 million Series E in early 2022 brought our fundraising total to over $250 million.\n\nAt Policygenius, we've worked hard to maintain an inclusive culture amid our rapid growth. We’re proud of building an environment that encourages our teammates to bring their authentic selves to work, and we're looking for more people with grit, collaborative attitudes, and creative problem-solving skills to join our team. Come see why we’ve been voted one of Inc. Magazine's \"Best Workplaces\" four years in a row!

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