Proof of Usefulness Report

Urban SDK

Analysis completed on 2/1/2026

+386
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Urban SDK is a legitimate, Series A funded GovTech company with verifiable traction (50+ government clients, ~$5M funding). However, the project submission itself was of extremely low quality, featuring hyperbolic and false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', audience is 'everyone') and lacking specific evidence. While the external reality of the business justifies a score comparable to the calibration baseline (similar revenue scale to HackerNoon), the Quality Factors were heavily penalized due to the lazy and inaccurate submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+160.0
Audience Reach Impact+40.0
Technical Innovation+84.0
Evidence Of Traction+100.0
Market Timing Relevance+85.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+471.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.82
Final Score+387

Project Details

Project URL
urbansdk.com
Description
Urban SDK is a technology company that specializes in providing data analytics and visualization solutions for urban planning and smart city development. Through their platform, Urban SDK offers tools that help city planners, transportation agencies, and government entities make data-driven decisions to improve urban infrastructure and services. Their solutions focus on integrating real-time data, predictive analytics, and geospatial intelligence to optimize city operations, enhance mobility, and improve the quality of life for residents. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Urban SDK aims to empower cities to become more efficient, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of their communities.

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