Proof of Usefulness Report

Relocalize

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+308
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Relocalize is a verified high-potential cleantech startup (Seed stage, ~$5.8M funding) partnering with Southeastern Grocers to deploy autonomous micro-factories. While the project itself demonstrates high Real-World Utility and Technical Innovation (robotics, decarbonization), the specific submission provided contained low-quality, inaccurate data (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience: everyone'). The score reflects the strong underlying business fundamentals verified externally, heavily penalized by the poor quality of the submission and the early-stage nature of its traction compared to established baselines.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+143.75
Audience Reach Impact+24.0
Technical Innovation+81.0
Evidence Of Traction+52.5
Market Timing Relevance+49.5
Functional Completeness+1.25
Subtotal+352
Usefulness Multiplierx0.875
Final Score+308

Project Details

Description
Relocalize revolutionizes the food supply chain with advanced micro-factories that produce, package, and palletize food directly at distribution centers, eliminating middle-mile logistics and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. At the intersection of cleantech and foodtech, our innovative approach provides grocery retailers with a streamlined, cost-effective supply chain, offering fresh, high-quality, sustainable products.

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