Proof of Usefulness Report

Vokal

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+418
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Vokal is a well-established digital agency (founded 2009) based in Chicago with a verifiable track record of serving mid-market and PE-backed clients. While the submission contains hyperbolic claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'everyone'), external verification confirms a team size of ~60-125 and estimated annual revenue likely exceeding $5M-$10M. The project demonstrates strong real-world utility and traction as a service business, though the submission quality itself was poor and lacked precise metrics.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+16.88
Audience Reach Impact+8.40
Technical Innovation+6.00
Evidence Of Traction+16.88
Market Timing Relevance+7.00
Functional Completeness+0.75
Subtotal+55.91
Usefulness Multiplierx0.93
Final Score+418

Project Details

Project URL
Description
VOKAL is a digital agency and advisory. We exist to make industry-leading digital value creation talent accessible to mid-market and Private Equity backed companies driving their business performance while reducing operational risk. Vokal specializes in helping mid-market and PE-backed companies modernize their digital strategies, improve operational efficiency, and win in competitive markets—all while driving revenue growth and reducing business risk.

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