Proof of Usefulness Report

Thistle Creek

Analysis completed on 1/28/2026

+9
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes a local brick-and-mortar coffee and gift shop in Montana, not a scalable technology project. The claims of 'everyone' as the audience and 'most people' having used the product are factually incorrect and hyperbolic. No technical innovation is present, and the 'technologies used' section lists industries rather than software or hardware stacks. The revenue figure is presented as a 'marketcap', suggesting confusion or a low-quality entry. The project lacks the digital utility, scale, and technical depth required for a higher PoU score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+5.00
Audience Reach Impact+1.00
Technical Innovation+0.00
Evidence Of Traction+1.25
Market Timing Relevance+1.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+8.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+9

Project Details

Description
Thistle Creek in Big Timber, MT has a little something for everyone. We're here for you if you're looking for the perfect gift. Or, treat yourself to a great cup of coffee and sit in our courtyard. Monday-Thursday 9AM-5PM, Friday and Saturday 9AM-5PM. We look forward to seeing you!

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