Proof of Usefulness Report

SalaryTDS

Analysis completed on 1/29/2026

+209
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

SalaryTDS is a verified, legacy B2B software product by PDS Infotech (established 2004) for Indian tax compliance, contradicting the submitter's low-quality, hyperbolic claims. While the software solves a genuine utility problem (TDS calculation) and has survived for two decades, it operates in a niche market with minimal verifiable digital traction (0 reviews on major platforms) and lacks the 'everyone' reach claimed. The submission was heavily penalized for false claims regarding user base and reach.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+12.00
Audience Reach Impact+2.00
Technical Innovation+1.50
Evidence Of Traction+3.75
Market Timing Relevance+4.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+23.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.89
Final Score+209

Project Details

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Description
SalaryTDSis in the Finance-Accounting Tech Industry

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

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Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline