> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.usenubis.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# POC guide

> Run a proof of concept on Nubis with a clear scope, measurable success criteria, and a realistic next step.

## Keep the proof of concept focused

A strong POC should answer a small number of important questions clearly. It should not try to reproduce every edge case of your full production estate in the first pass.

## Good POC goals

* Prove that the target workload runs correctly on Nubis
* Measure performance, latency, and operator experience
* Validate networking, storage, and access-control assumptions
* Estimate cost and operational fit for a broader rollout

## Suggested POC structure

<Steps>
  <Step title="Pick one representative workload">
    Choose a service that is meaningful enough to test the platform but small enough to migrate without heavy risk.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Define success criteria">
    Write down the exact outcomes that would make the POC a success, such as deployment time, latency, availability, or cost range.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Build in a dedicated project">
    Keep POC resources separate so the test stays easy to track, review, and clean up.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Document findings as you go">
    Record what worked, what failed, and what needs more validation before production.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Example success checklist

* The workload launches cleanly on Nubis Compute
* Storage and backup behavior match expectations
* Network access is secure and easy to reason about
* Team access is correct for operators and developers
* Estimated monthly spend is acceptable for the intended scale

## Next steps after a successful POC

* Expand the workload scope
* Plan a migration wave
* Establish production guardrails
* Involve support and finance stakeholders before cutover