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Why Your Startup Needs a Fractional CIO (Even if You Think You Don’t)
A fractional Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a seasoned technology engineer who serves as a part-time CTO’s office member. The value of a fractional CIO lies in providing unbiased strategic guidance and focused expertise to complement internal teams.
A CIO conducts assessments of the current architecture and systems to identify modernization, consolidation, integration, and improved efficiency opportunities.
An external perspective will provide unbiased insights.
CIOs implement engineering best practices related to development workflows and technical project management.
CIOs mentor engineering teams, install effective organizational structures and drive capability building.
Fractional CIOs play a pivotal role in enhancing the potential of existing talent. They guide the technical planning and diligent execution of migrations, infrastructure improvements, and other business-critical initiatives, contributing significantly to the organization’s growth.
Companies enjoy this seasoned perspective on technology decisions and execution.