Proof of Usefulness Report

Supervalu

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+49
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes 'Supervalu', a major historical US grocery wholesaler acquired by UNFI in 2018. While the entity itself had massive scale and utility, the submission is low-quality, listing revenue as 'null' and using past-tense descriptions. As a 'project' evaluation, it scores low due to being a legacy/acquired entity rather than an active innovation, combined with poor data quality in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+17.0
Audience Reach Impact+14.4
Technical Innovation+1.5
Evidence Of Traction+10.0
Market Timing Relevance+1.0
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+44.4
Usefulness Multiplierx1.10
Final Score+49

Project Details

Project URL
supervalu.com
Description
Supervalu was a leading American grocery retail and wholesale company that provided a wide range of products and services to independent retailers and grocery stores across the United States. With a history dating back to 1926, Supervalu operated a network of distribution centers and retail locations, offering grocery products, fresh produce, and various consumer goods. The company was known for its commitment to supporting local communities and providing quality products at competitive prices. In 2018, Supervalu was acquired by United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI), a leading distributor of natural and organic foods, which expanded its reach and capabilities in the grocery 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

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline