Proof of Usefulness Report

Sepheid

Analysis completed on 2/19/2026

+42
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Sepheid appears to be a legitimate, albeit early-stage, non-profit consultancy focused on Generative AI adoption for the non-profit sector. The website (sepheid.org) articulates a clear and valuable mission. However, the project submission contains significant red flags and verifiable falsehoods, specifically the claims that "everyone" is the audience and "most people have used my product," which are objectively untrue for a niche consultancy. The metric "marketcap: 500000" is likely a misuse of terminology (referring to revenue or valuation) or a confusion with crypto assets, further degrading the submission's credibility. While the market timing for AI consultancy is optimal, the lack of verifiable traction and the poor quality of the input data result in a low score consistent with a minimal-traction venture.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+75
Audience Reach Impact+10
Technical Innovation+50
Evidence Of Traction+30
Market Timing Relevance+85
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+40
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+42

Project Details

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Description
At Sepheid, we’re redefining how traditional consultants engage with the non-profit sector. With extensive experience in the Generative AI field, we aim to bring this expertise to non-profits in a more accessible and impactful way.

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