If a business is looking to optimize its technology platforms and infrastructure a Fractional or Interim CTO can be an excellent option. If an organization has been affected by data breaches or wants to shore up information and data security, it can also be a good option. Many businesses are developing products and services that are technical or involve technology, Interim CTO or Fractional CTO services can improve the process and the deliverable. In general, if IT issues are an issue or if a business is being prepared for sale a Fractional CTO or an Interim one can be a good option.

Here is what a business can expect from Valenta Fractional CTO and Interim CTO services

There are no long term employment contracts, bonus structures or equity positions to negotiate with our Interim or Fractional CTOs.

The terms of our Interim or Fractional CTO engagement can be flexible in regard to time. The length of an agreement and the hours per week or month are tailored to meet the needs of every business.

Any Fractional CTO will bring a fresh perspective and come with real world IT, Software, Technology and R&D experience.

Most Fractional Executives have vetted relationships with other business services provided for staff augmentation, outsourcing, technology consulting, and managed services.

An Interim or Fractional CTO can be a great option for a variety of business scenarios. Situations we have frequently seen and where we have provided services include :

• Current leadership is strong operationally or has specific domain expertise but lack strategic thinking and do not have a broad range of Technology or IT experiences to draw upon.
• Current leadership has strategic vision but can’t be free from day to day requirements. They need qualified IT, Technology and R&D leaders to delegate responsibility to.
• A current operating model or platform has reached capacity and leadership needs to take a step back to level up.
• There is an immediate CTO vacancy that needs to be filled while a longer term leader for the Technology and R&D is secured.
• Current IT, Technology and R&D leadership is struggling and needs a qualified and skilled coach and mentor.
• Current IT, Technology and R&D leadership is not up to the task and needs to be replaced.

Defining a Scope of Work and the needs of your IT, Technology and R&D department is always the best first step. We are here to discuss our CTO services when you are ready. After exploration if a match is established, we will identify requirements and define the exact role. During discovery we can also define time frame and the dedicated hours and days required per month. All aspects of our CTO engagements can be flexible, customizable, and scalable.

We look forward to assisting your business and your IT, Technology and R&D teams.

A Fractional CTO or an Interim CTO are an excellent option for SMBs, startups, businesses in transition and growth mode.