Proof of Usefulness Report

REscan

Analysis completed on 2/16/2026

+209
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

REscan is a verifiable, innovative technology company (SRI International spinout) with significant backing (~$6M funding) and advanced 3D mapping hardware/software. However, the submission provided contains substantial inaccuracies and exaggerated claims (e.g., claiming 'everyone' as the audience and 'most people' as users, and listing 125 employees vs. the verified ~17). While the underlying technology and market timing for Digital Twins are strong (Real-World Utility, Innovation), the score is heavily penalized for poor Response Quality and the discrepancy between the claimed and actual B2B traction.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+85.0
Audience Reach Impact+12.0
Technical Innovation+54.0
Evidence Of Traction+32.5
Market Timing Relevance+36.0
Functional Completeness+1.0
Subtotal+220.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+209

Project Details

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Description
REscan Inc. is a 3D mapping technology company that captures and digitizes the physical world from a human point of view. REscan’s unique technology creates a 3D digital model of any physical space that can then be streamed and analyzed via the REscan app. With the ability to capture up to 250,000 square feet per hour, REscan provides decision makers with the tools they need to see the full potential of a space quickly and accurately, from anywhere in the world.

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