Fractional AI CTO
Get strategic AI leadership without the full-time cost. Own the backlog, governance, training, and delivery cadence for your AI initiatives.
The Problem
Need AI leadership but can't justify a full-time AI or CTO salary
AI projects are scattered and lack strategic direction
Team lacks AI expertise and governance
Vendor selection and management is overwhelming
No clear roadmap for AI implementation
Common Pain Points
- • AI projects lack strategic direction
- • No clear ownership or accountability
- • Team lacks AI expertise and training
- • Vendor selection is overwhelming
- • Risk management is ad-hoc
The Outcome
Strategic AI roadmap aligned with business goals
Experienced leadership at 1/3 the cost of full-time hire
Proper governance and risk management
Team training and capability building
Clear delivery cadence and accountability
Key Benefits
- • Strategic AI roadmap and execution
- • Experienced leadership at fraction of cost
- • Proper governance and risk management
- • Team capability building
- • Clear accountability and reporting
What You Get
Strategic Leadership
AI vision, roadmap, and strategic direction aligned with business goals.
Execution Ownership
End-to-end responsibility for AI project delivery and outcomes.
Governance & Risk
Risk management, compliance oversight, and governance framework.
Delivery Management
Clear cadence, reporting, and accountability for AI initiatives.
Economic Impact Example
Mid-size SaaS company (50-200 employees)
Cost Comparison
- Full-time AI CTO: $150,000-$250,000 annually
- Fractional AI CTO: $10,000/month ($120,000 annually)
- Typical engagement: 2 days/week, 3-6 months (flexible)
- Net savings: $30,000-$130,000 per year + flexibility to scale up/down
- Plus: Immediate availability, proven expertise, no recruitment risk
Additional Benefits
- • Immediate availability
- • Proven AI expertise
- • No recruitment risk
- • Flexible engagement
Frequently Asked Questions
How much time commitment do you provide?
Typically 2 days per week, with flexibility to increase or decrease as needed. Engagements are usually 3-6 months but can be ongoing. We focus on high-impact activities and strategic work.
What's the difference between a Fractional AI CTO and a consultant?
A Fractional AI CTO acts as part of your leadership team with ongoing responsibility for AI strategy and execution, while consultants typically deliver specific projects.
Do you work with existing technical teams?
Yes, we integrate with your existing team, providing leadership and guidance while building internal capabilities.
How do you measure success?
We track both technical metrics (project delivery, system performance) and business metrics (ROI, efficiency gains, risk reduction).
Ready for Strategic AI Leadership?
Let's discuss how a Fractional AI CTO can accelerate your AI initiatives while reducing costs and risk.