Proof of Concept

Proof of Concept Package

Validate your data initiative with a focused, risk-free pilot implementation.

Proof of Concept (POC)4-6 weeksDA-1003
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Overview

Validate your data initiative with a focused pilot on Microsoft Fabric and Copilot before committing to full implementation.

In four to six weeks you get a working proof of concept on your own data, a findings report, and a costed roadmap for scale-up.

What you get

  • Working POC on your data
  • Fabric workspace setup
  • One end-to-end use case
  • Findings & recommendations report
  • Scale-up roadmap with costs

Milestones

MilestoneDurationShare of price
1Scoping & Setup1 wk25%
2Build & Iterate3 wks45%
3Demo, Report & Roadmap1 wk30%

Each milestone is invoiced only after you approve it in your portal.

Payment terms

  • Milestone-based payments: the first milestone is a 25% advance, invoiced at signing and paid before kickoff; each remaining milestone is invoiced only after your explicit approval in the client portal.
  • Invoices are due Net 15. Payment terms can be negotiated based on the project's scope and duration; any agreed change is confirmed in the signed Consulting Services Agreement.
  • All payments are processed securely. Funds are released to delivery partners only after milestone approval.
  • Quotes are valid for 30 days. Final scope and pricing are confirmed in the signed Consulting Services Agreement.
  • Execution: after Data Arcade review, both parties accept the quote online; the Consulting Services Agreement (MSA + SOW) is then signed electronically by both parties.

Frequently asked questions

What does Proof of Concept Package include?

It includes: Working POC on your data; Fabric workspace setup; One end-to-end use case; Findings & recommendations report; Scale-up roadmap with costs.

How much does Proof of Concept Package cost?

The published price range is $15,000 – $35,000. Configure the package with a free account to get your fixed quote; the price is fixed for the agreed scope.

How long does Proof of Concept Package take?

Typically 4-6 weeks, depending on the scope you configure.

What do we need to provide?

Sample data extract; One business use case; Sponsor availability.

How is it paid?

Milestone-based payments: the first milestone is a 25% advance, invoiced at signing and paid before kickoff; each remaining milestone is invoiced only after your explicit approval in the client portal.