Proof of Usefulness Report

Wood Factory

Analysis completed on 2/14/2026

+38
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project 'Wood Factory' is a legitimate physical retail business in Zurich, Switzerland, selling vintage and industrial furniture. However, it is not a technology project, and the submission contains significant exaggerations and inaccuracies (e.g., claiming 'most people have used my product' and misusing financial terms like 'marketcap'). While the business has local real-world utility as a furniture store, it lacks the technical innovation, digital scalability, and global reach required for a high Proof of Usefulness score in a technology context.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+60
Real World Utility Quality Factor+1
Audience Reach Impact+10
Audience Reach Impact Quality Factor+0.5
Technical Innovation+0
Technical Innovation Quality Factor+1
Evidence Of Traction+40
Evidence Of Traction Quality Factor+0.5
Market Timing Relevance+40
Market Timing Relevance Quality Factor+1
Functional Completeness+20
Response Quality Quality Factor+1
Subtotal+26
Usefulness Multiplierx1.46
Final Score+38

Project Details

Project URL
woodfactory.ch
Description
Wood Factory – vintage, industrial, shabby chic. A focus on unique, handmade furniture and decor. Each piece is handmade by talented artisans using traditional carpentry methods, and a large selection is made of reclaimed wood and metal. The material, from boats, wooden ceilings, factories, and even railways, has a story to tell. Each piece proudly shows the marks of a previous life, thus making it one-of-a-kind.

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