Proof of Usefulness Report

The Small Robot Company

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+26
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The Small Robot Company was a high-profile UK agri-tech firm that entered liquidation in February 2024 due to an inability to scale. While the robotics technology (Tom, Dick, Harry) was innovative and verified, the business has failed. The submission contains significant inaccuracies, falsely claiming 'everyone' as the audience and that 'most people have used' the product, while omitting the company's insolvency. The score reflects high past technical merit negated by business failure and a deceptive submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+7.5
Audience Reach Impact+1.0
Technical Innovation+12.75
Evidence Of Traction+0.63
Market Timing Relevance+2.0
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+24.38
Usefulness Multiplierx1.08
Final Score+26

Project Details

Project URL
smallrobotcompany.com
Description
The Small Robot Company is an innovative technology company focused on revolutionizing agriculture through robotics and artificial intelligence. By leveraging advanced robotics, the company aims to transform farming practices, making them more efficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. Their solutions are designed to reduce the need for chemicals, optimize resource usage, and increase crop yields, ultimately supporting farmers in producing food more sustainably. The Small Robot Company is committed to creating a future where farming is more precise and less labor-intensive, benefiting both the environment and the agricultural community.

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