Startup Validation Methodology: Data Sources, Scoring, and Limits
This page explains what FounderSpace analyzes, which signals feed each section, and where founder judgment should override automated recommendations.
Primary Inputs
- Founder-provided problem description and context
- Search intent and keyword demand patterns
- Public competitor positioning and customer feedback signals
- User-source discovery from forums and community channels
Output Structure
Each validation brief includes problem framing, demand indicators, competition analysis, personas, feature gaps, and strategy recommendations. See the full features breakdown.
Known Limits
FounderSpace is an evidence accelerator, not a replacement for direct customer interviews. Combine the brief with interviews and real-world experiments for high-confidence decisions.