Proof of Usefulness Report

Pump

Analysis completed on 1/28/2026

+69
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project represents a legitimate, high-potential business (Pump.co, YC W24) addressing a significant pain point in cloud cost optimization. However, the submission itself is of extremely poor quality, containing factually incorrect claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'construction' tag) and vague data. While the verified entity has strong traction (managing substantial AWS spend), the score is heavily penalized by the lack of verifiable evidence provided in the input and the exaggerated reach claims.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+22.5
Audience Reach Impact+6.0
Technical Innovation+9.0
Evidence Of Traction+12.75
Market Timing Relevance+9.5
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+60
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+69

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Fastest way to save 60% on AWS. Using AI & group buying, Pump requires no engineering effort to onboard

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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