Proof of Usefulness Report

StartProto

Analysis completed on 1/30/2026

+319
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

StartProto is a verifiable seed-stage Cloud MES/ERP company with approximately $1.4M in revenue and documented case studies (e.g., RAM Precision growing revenue 60%). However, the project submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing hyperbolic and false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', audience is 'everyone'). The evaluation balances the high verifiable utility and traction of the actual business against the significant penalties for the unreliable submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+140.0
Audience Reach Impact+20.0
Technical Innovation+60.0
Evidence Of Traction+62.5
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+355
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+320

Project Details

Project URL
Description
StartProto is a seed-stage company revolutionizing how discrete manufacturers interact with their shop floor. We are using modern technology to build a new work management system with the full works- part-level traceability, a smooth experience for those on the floor, and an AI-enabled analytics suite.

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