Proof of Usefulness Report

SmartSat CRC

Analysis completed on 2/11/2026

+676
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The project represents a major Australian government and industry collaboration (SmartSat CRC) with verifiable funding of $245 million and critical national infrastructure utility. However, the submission itself is of low quality, containing hyperbolic and inaccurate claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience: everyone') and data entry errors (revenue field inconsistencies). The score reflects the high intrinsic value and scale of the actual entity, significantly dampened by the poor quality and reliability of the specific submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+28.5
Audience Reach Impact+9.6
Technical Innovation+13.5
Evidence Of Traction+13.5
Market Timing Relevance+9.5
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+751
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+676

Project Details

Project URL
smartsatcrc.com
Description
The SmartSat CRC will create leapfrogging technologies in advanced telecommunications and smart satellite systems to build Australia’s space infrastructure for advanced communications and connectivity, remote sensing and monitoring for its land, seas and oceans. It brings together nearly 100 partners and international collaborators which, together with significant investment by the Australian Federal Government, have committed $245 million, represents the biggest space industry R&D collaboration in Australia’s history. The SmartSat CRC will ensure Australia can execute a technological leap-frog to deliver smart satellite systems that are Australian designed, owned and operated and that will deliver the nation real-time connectivity, surveillance and sensing capability over land and sea, earth observation data to monitor climate and development, and the power to drive industry innovation and the growth of the Internet of Things. The SmartSat CRC will support Australia and Australian business and industry to be players in these areas of industry growth and innovation. It will also provide a platform for new generations of innovators to advance their research careers and develop their ideas and innovations. Research Programs - Advanced Communications, Connectivity and IoT - Advanced Satellite Systems, Sensors and Intelligence - Next Generation Earth Observation Data Services

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