Quick-Start POCs

Fixed-Scope AI, Data & Compliance POCs

CloudQuest helps public-sector vendors, primes, and growing organizations validate technology ideas quickly through small, fixed-scope proof-of-concept engagements.

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Start Small

Validation before a larger commitment

Not every project needs a large contract to get started. Our POCs are designed for teams that need a working demo, technical validation, or public-sector readiness support before committing to a full implementation.

POC Options

Fixed-scope offerings

Three practical engagement types for teams that need evidence, a prototype, or readiness support before scaling.

AI Search / RAG POC

Best for: Organizations with documents, policies, PDFs, SharePoint content, website pages, FAQs, or knowledge bases that are difficult to search.

Typical use cases

AI assistant for internal policies and procedures
Search across PDFs, SharePoint, website pages, or knowledge articles
RAG chatbot with citations and source references
Public-sector website or intranet search modernization

Deliverables

Working AI search / RAG prototype using sample content
Indexed document/content set
Chat or search interface demo
Citation/source reference support
Recommended architecture and implementation roadmap

Timeline

2-3 weeks

Price

Starting at $7,500

Discuss AI Search POC

Power BI / Reporting POC

Best for: Teams relying on manual Excel reporting, disconnected data, or outdated dashboards.

Typical use cases

Power BI dashboard from Excel, SQL, Dynamics, SharePoint, or exported data
Executive reporting dashboard
Grant, finance, operations, or project reporting
Manual report automation

Deliverables

Working Power BI dashboard prototype
Data model using sample/source data
3-5 core report pages or visuals
Basic data refresh approach
Security and sharing recommendations
Roadmap for production reporting

Timeline

1-3 weeks

Price

Starting at $5,000

Discuss Reporting POC

Compliance & Public-Sector Readiness Sprint

Best for: SaaS vendors, primes, or subcontractors preparing for public-sector RFPs, security reviews, or accessibility requirements.

Typical use cases

COV RAMP / SEC 530 readiness support
Section 508 / WCAG review
Security response support for RFPs
Audit logging, identity, hosting, and compliance gap review
Proposal technical/security narrative support

Deliverables

Gap review against target requirements
Security/compliance readiness summary
Recommended remediation actions
RFP response language support
Technical architecture and evidence checklist
Optional advisory letter or partner support summary

Timeline

1-2 weeks

Price

Starting at $5,000

Discuss Readiness Sprint

Process

How it works

A short engagement structure that keeps scope clear and gives your team a concrete next step.

Step 1

Fit Call

We confirm the use case, available data or content, target users, and expected outcome.

Step 2

Fixed-Scope POC

CloudQuest builds the prototype, review, or readiness package within the agreed scope.

Step 3

Demo & Roadmap

You receive a demo, findings, architecture guidance, and next-step implementation plan.

Who This Is For

A fit for focused validation

This is a good fit for organizations that need to demonstrate value, reduce uncertainty, or support a public-sector opportunity without starting with a large contract.

SaaS vendors pursuing public-sector opportunities

Prime contractors needing technical or small-business partner support

Small and mid-size organizations exploring AI, reporting, or automation

Teams that need a quick demo before a larger implementation decision

Credentials

Certified delivery partner for practical technology work

CloudQuest brings certified small-business value along with hands-on delivery experience in AI, Azure, Power BI, .NET, SharePoint, automation, and public-sector technology support.

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Next Step

Have a use case in mind? Start with a small fixed-scope POC.

We can help you validate the idea, demonstrate value, and define the next implementation step without starting with a large contract.

Request POC Discussion Email: info@cloudquestinc.com