Proof of Usefulness Report

Targa Resources

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+709
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Targa Resources is a major S&P 500 midstream energy company with a market capitalization exceeding $30B, indicating exceptional real-world traction and utility despite a low-quality, informal submission. While the project demonstrates massive scale and financial success (billions in revenue), the submission lacks evidence of specific technical innovation or software differentiation ('SilentBlade' submission, vague 'devops' claims). The score reflects the sheer magnitude of the business entity ('Much larger scale' category) adjusted downward for the lack of specific technology project details and poor response quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+225.0
Audience Reach Impact+180.0
Technical Innovation+15.0
Evidence Of Traction+300.0
Market Timing Relevance+48.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+773
Usefulness Multiplierx0.917
Final Score+709

Project Details

Project URL
targaresources.com
Description
Targa Resources is a leading provider of midstream natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGL) services in the United States. The company is primarily engaged in the gathering, compressing, treating, processing, and selling of natural gas, as well as the transportation, storage, fractionation, and marketing of NGLs and NGL products. Targa Resources operates an extensive network of assets strategically located in key production basins and logistics hubs, enabling it to efficiently serve its customers and meet the growing demand for energy infrastructure. With a focus on safety, reliability, and sustainability, Targa Resources is committed to delivering value to its stakeholders while supporting the energy needs of the nation.

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