Proof of Usefulness Report

Racksnet

Analysis completed on 1/28/2026

+48
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Racksnet is a legitimate German company (founded 2017) providing cloud-based network automation software. While the technology addresses a genuine B2B need (multi-vendor SDN), the project submission contains significant inaccuracies. Specifically, the claimed team size (125) contradicts external data (~9-12 employees), and the traction claim ('most people have used my product') is objectively false for a niche IT tool. The project shows technical merit but suffers from stagnant growth and a low-quality submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+21.25
Audience Reach Impact+2.00
Technical Innovation+11.25
Evidence Of Traction+3.75
Market Timing Relevance+6.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+44.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.08
Final Score+48

Project Details

Project URL
Description
What we do: racksnet® is a leading software solution provider for cloud-managed IT networks for single or multi-vendor environments. The globally available cloud-based solution helps small, medium and large enterprises and IT service providers to automate, control and manage their infrastructure. Combined with an intuitive graphical user interface that is the same for all vendors (e.g. DELL Technologies, Cisco Systems, HPE Aruba, etc.), it eliminates the need to learn complicated command lines (CLI) and scripting to operate network devices from different vendors. As an official member of the Open Networking Foundation (ONF), racksnet® not only supports the leading enterprise, but is also committed to supporting innovative top-of-the-line Open Networking White-Box/ Brite-Box hardware and software (e.g. SONiC). racksnet® provides a secure technological infrastructure for enterprise networks to accelerate global innovation and new developments and focuses on the fast-growing market segment of cloud-based IT management and software-defined network automation (SDN). racksnet® Key-Features: - Network planning, configuration, administration, documentation - Template-based networks (for company-wide standards) - Network status control and operating status of individual network devices - Network scan at the push of a button (import of existing networks - brownfield) - Cloning of network projects - Migration from one manufacturer to another - Zero-Touch Deployment - Global inventory list at the push of a button - Intelligent overview of your "racks & networks". - Uniform whiteboard GUI across manufacturers - Intuitive navigation and innovative user guidance - Management of all network-relevant information and alarms - Intelligent search functions - Easy access from any place and at any time - 24/7 - Smart and easy to use license management for 1yr / 3yr / 5yr subscriptions (bug fixing and new features included)

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