FAQS

A CPO, or Chief Product Officer, is responsible for the overall product strategy of a company. The CPO is responsible for developing and launching new products, as well as managing the company’s existing product portfolio.

A CTO/CPO can help your company in a number of ways, including:
● Developing and implementing a technology strategy that aligns with your business goals.
● Overseeing the development and maintenance of your company’s technology infrastructure.
● Leading the development and launch of new products.
● Managing your company’s existing product portfolio.
● Providing guidance and support to your company’s technical team.

Fractional leadership is a type of consulting service in which a company hires a fractional executive, or a part-time executive, to provide expertise and guidance in a particular area. In the case of CTO/CPO services, a fractional executive would provide guidance and support on technology and product strategy.

There are a number of factors that can indicate that it’s time to hire a CTO/CPO, including:
● Your company is growing rapidly and you need someone to help you manage your technology infrastructure and product development.
● You are launching a new product and need someone to help you develop and launch it successfully.
● You are struggling to keep up with the latest technology trends and need someone to help you stay ahead of the competition.
● You are looking for someone to provide guidance and support to your company’s technical team.

The cost savings of hiring a fractional CTO/CPO can vary depending on the specific needs of your company. However, in general, you can expect to save money on hiring and benefits costs, as well as on the cost of training and development.

There is no fee for the initital consultation with a fractional CTO/CPO.

No, we are not a search firm. We are a consulting firm that provides fractional CTO/CPO services. However, we can refer you to a search firm if you are interested in hiring a full-time CTO/CPO.

Companies of all sizes hire CTO/CPOs. However, fractional CTO/CPO services are typically most beneficial for small and mid-sized businesses that do not have the resources to hire a full-time CTO/CPO.

Yes, fractional CTO/CPO services can be a great option for startups, especially those in seed rounds. Startups often need help developing and implementing their technology strategy, as well as launching new products. Fractional CTO/CPOs can provide the guidance and support that startups need to succeed.

The typical commitment period for fractional CTO/CPO services is really up to the needs of our clients. Typically engagements last anywhere from 1 to 9 months. However, the commitment period can be shorter or longer, depending on the specific needs of your
company.

The number of hours per week that you can expect from a fractional CTO/CPO will vary depending on the specific needs of your company. However, you can typically expect between 10 and 30 hours per week of dedicated time from your fractional executive.

Our fractional CTO/CPOs have a wide range of expertise, including:
● Technology strategy
● Product development
● Engineering
● Security
● Compliance
● Data science
● Analytics
● Cloud computing
● DevOps
● Agile development
● Artificial Intelligence
● Blockchain

Our process for onboarding a new client is as follows:
1. We will meet with you to discuss your needs and goals.
2. We will then match you with a fractional CTO/CPO who has the expertise and experience to meet your needs.
3. We will work with you and your fractional executive to develop a customized plan that meets your specific needs.
4. We will then provide ongoing support and guidance to you and your fractional executive

To book a consultation with a fractional CTO/CPO, please visit our website and fill out the contact form. We will be in touch to schedule a time to chat with you about your needs.