Proof of Usefulness Report

SeekMake

Analysis completed on 2/16/2026

+334
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

SeekMake is a legitimate on-demand manufacturing platform (3D printing, CNC) with verifiable operations, a network of ~7,000 partners, and estimated annual revenue around $4.8M. However, the submission quality is critically low, containing exaggerated claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone') and confusing financial data ('marketcap' in revenue field). While the underlying business fundamentals place it in a 'Comparable Scale' tier to the calibration reference, the score is heavily penalized by the lack of verifiable evidence provided in the submission and the hyperbolic statements. The discrepancy between the actual business traction (solid) and the submission effort (poor) is the primary driver of the specific metric breakdown.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+187.5
Audience Reach Impact+30.0
Technical Innovation+90.0
Evidence Of Traction+50.0
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+430
Usefulness Multiplierx0.776
Final Score+334

Project Details

Project URL
Description
The future of manufacturing is local, fast, and automated. Soon, parts won't be shipped from giant factories overseas — they’ll be produced on demand by local manufacturers, using 3D printing, CNC machining, and smart factories. Imagine ordering a custom drone part, an automotive bracket, or a prosthetic limb — and having it manufactured in your city within hours, not weeks. SeekMake is building the tools for this future. We don’t replace manufacturers — we empower them. Our SaaS platform gives every manufacturing business the power to offer instant quoting, manage orders seamlessly, outsource intelligently, and scale like a tech company — without needing to become one.

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