AWS Proof of Concept (PoC) Program
Jumpstart your AWS projects with Theta's AWS PoC program.
What is the AWS Proof of Concept (PoC) program?
Move from idea to execution faster with Theta’s AWS PoC program. As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, we can help you access funding to test, validate and de-risk your AWS solution.
We work with you from initial scoping through to delivery, helping you navigate each stage with practical advice, technical expertise and a clear path forward. To get started, we recommend a 60-minute discovery session to explore your goals, opportunities and next steps.
Proof of Concept program overview
Business case workshop
We start by defining the business problem, desired outcomes and success measures for the AWS proof of concept. We also confirm the level of funding available.
POC design and setup
Our experienced AWS architects design and build a small-scale AWS environment to test feasibility, security, governance and architecture approach.
Findings and next steps
Receive practical evidence, identified risks and dependencies, and a clear roadmap for broader adoption.
AWS PoC examples
Integration with existing systems- Data, AI and analytics use cases
- Migration and modernisation approaches
- Resilience and recovery
- Cost and architecture validation
Supported by
Your PoC will be supported by Theta’s cloud specialists, solution architects and AWS experts, working alongside your team from discovery through to validation.
Duration
Typically 2–6 weeks, depending on the scope and complexity of the PoC.
Why work with Theta
Solution design expertise
We turn complex requirements into clear, workable AWS solution designs.
AWS Advanced Tier Partner
Strong AWS cloud capability and delivering successful outcomes for customers across New Zealand and beyond.
Flexible engagement
We work collaboratively with your team, remotely or onsite.
Actionable outcomes
Clear, prioritised recommendations you can implement immediately.
End-to-end delivery
We support you through the entire lifecycle of your project, from design to implementation and support.
Trusted partner
30+ years as a leading NZ-owned and operated IT consultancy in NZ.
FAQs
Is the AWS Proof of Concept program fully funded?
- An AWS Proof of Concept is is partially funded. Contact us to find out more about your eligibility and how much you can claim.
Who is this program best suited to?
- This offer is best suited to regulated, risk-aware New Zealand organisations that want to explore AWS but need stronger assurance around compliance, security, governance, and business outcomes before moving forward.
What will we gain from the POC program?
- You will gain a clearly defined use case, a small-scale AWS environment to test feasibility, practical validation of architecture and governance approach, evidence to support stakeholder decisions, and a roadmap for next steps.
How does the POC program help reduce risk?
- The POC is designed to reduce uncertainty through a contained and measurable trial. It helps identify risks, dependencies, and design considerations early, so your organisation can make informed decisions based on evidence rather than assumptions.
How is this different from a standard technical trial?
- This POC starts with the business case first. Rather than testing technology in isolation, it is built to show how AWS can support real business goals while meeting the security, governance, and assurance needs of your organisation.
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