What Is an AI Proof of Concept?

An AI proof of concept (PoC) is a small, tightly scoped experiment that answers a simple question: “Can this AI approach work for our problem?” It’s not a full product—just enough functionality to validate feasibility and value.

A good AI PoC:

• Targets a single, well‑defined use case.
• Uses realistic data and constraints.
• Defines success metrics before you start.
• Can be built and evaluated in weeks, not months.

For how PoCs relate to MVPs, validation, and failure patterns, see the AI PoC Development pillar page.