Model Serving & Economics
Fallback model
A backup model used when the preferred model is unavailable or unsuitable.
Example
If the primary provider fails, the application sends the request to a fallback model.
Why people use it
Knowing how “Fallback model” works helps teams balance model quality, reliability, speed, and cost.
What you'll hear
“How does Fallback model affect latency, quality, or cost at scale?”