Proof of Usefulness Report

Roo

Analysis completed on 1/29/2026

+722
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Roo is a highly impactful, verified Series A/B veterinary staffing platform that has facilitated over $100M in earnings for veterinarians. Despite a low-effort submission containing hyperbolic claims (e.g., audience 'everyone') and missing data, external evaluation confirms strong market traction, significant revenue generation, and a critical solution to the veterinary labor shortage. The project scores high on utility and traction based on verifiable external metrics, though the submission quality itself was poor.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+108.0
Audience Reach Impact+60.0
Technical Innovation+60.0
Evidence Of Traction+90.0
Market Timing Relevance+95.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+760.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+722

Project Details

Project URL
roo.vet
Description
Roo's technology platform enables hospitals to fulfill short-term veterinary staffing needs in real time, while allowing high-quality veterinary professionals to secure relief work at the click of a button. Each member provides information on service needs, skills and personal preferences, ensuring full transparency and the most accurate matching of users.\n\nBeyond the platform, Roo represents a growing community of smart, trustworthy, agile, and resilient vet industry professionals who value flexibility and work-life balance in addition to providing the best possible outcomes for clients and their pets.

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