Fractional CTO
Fractional CTOs for AI strategy, platform architecture and engineering leadership. Embedded one to three days a week with clear deliverables.
Fractional CTO
A fractional CTO embedded one to three days a week, with a clear scope, monthly reviews and an exit document. They sit in the leadership team, challenge the board on tech risk, and make sure that the engineering function is aligned with where the business is going.
What a fractional CTO delivers
- Technology strategy and roadmap, with quarterly review against business priorities.
- Platform architecture and engineering operating model.
- Hiring plan and interview support for senior engineering hires.
- Vendor selection for cloud, data and AI platforms.
- Board-level reporting on technology, risk and security.
Where fractional CTOs help most
Scale-ups between CTOs
Between a founder stepping back and a permanent hire coming in. Bridge the gap with a senior leader who knows how to run engineering at the next stage.
Mid-market entering AI
Buying or building a pipeline and need a senior partner for AI strategy, vendor selection and risk. AI and intelligent automation →
PE-backed businesses
Need a credible engineering leader for the board, plus an exit plan for when the permanent hire is in seat.
Programme recovery
Programme has slipped, the incumbent is leaving and the board needs senior reassurance while a replacement is sourced.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a fractional CTO and a tech consultant?
A fractional CTO is accountable for the engineering function in the same way a permanent hire would be, but on a fractional basis. A tech consultant typically owns one project or workstream.
How many days a week is a fractional CTO?
Usually one to three days a week on site or hybrid, depending on the scope and stage of the business.
Do you support AI strategy?
Yes. AI strategy, readiness and vendor selection are core to most fractional CTO briefs. AI and intelligent automation →
What is the typical day rate?
Day rates are confirmed in writing before starting work. [RATES: business to confirm published rates.]
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