Proof of Usefulness Report

TRAY

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+627
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

TRAY is a verified enterprise Point of Sale (POS) system founded in 2013, serving major clients like IHOP, Applebee's, and international operators. External search confirms estimated annual revenue of ~$15.4M and a team size of 50-100 employees, placing it significantly above the calibration baseline. However, the submission quality was extremely poor (e.g., audience reach claimed as 'everyone', no metrics provided), which severely penalized the Quality Factors (Qi) and Response Quality score. The high final score reflects the undeniable verified traction and utility of the business despite the lack of effort in the application.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+180
Audience Reach Impact+119
Technical Innovation+78.75
Evidence Of Traction+237.5
Market Timing Relevance+64
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+681.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+627

Project Details

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Description
TRAY® is the Point of Sale system for the Enterprise.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Technology choices support scalability goals

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