Hands-on technology leadership that plugs directly into your business – fixing problems, unlocking growth, and ensuring compliance without the overhead of a full-time hire. Fractional CTO engagement delivers expert guidance precisely when you need it.

Get Projects Back on Track

Deadlines slipping or budgets drifting? I steady the ship, reset scope, and re-establish momentum with clear milestones and accountability.

  • Rapid delivery triage and critical path analysis
  • Recovery planning with realistic timelines
  • Weekly progress tracking and visible results

Scope New Projects Properly

Turn ideas into realistic briefs with accurate budgets and timelines. I surface risks early so there are no surprises later.

  • Requirements gathering and prioritisation
  • Delivery planning with cost estimates
  • Risk assessment and success criteria

Recruit and Shape the Right Team

Hire for capability, not buzzwords. I design roles, screen candidates, and support onboarding to build teams that deliver.

  • Role design and interview frameworks
  • Technical assessment and candidate evaluation
  • Onboarding support and productivity acceleration

Develop and De-risk Technology Ideas

Validate feasibility fast, prototype what matters, and map the path from concept to commercial reality.

  • Technical feasibility and options analysis
  • MVP development and proof-of-concept delivery
  • Board-ready roadmaps with clear timelines

Modernise Without Breaking Operations

Phase in the right tools and automation so changes stick and staff buy in. Fractional CTO engagement includes careful change management.

  • Process mapping and efficiency improvements
  • Technology selection and phased rollout
  • Training and adoption support

Improve Compliance and Assurance

Meet standards without grinding to a halt. I implement practical controls that pass audits and protect your business.

  • Cyber Essentials and GDPR gap analysis
  • Policy development and compliance frameworks
  • Audit preparation and evidence gathering

Translate Technical Complexity for Leadership

I bridge developers and directors — turning complexity into clear options, risks, and business decisions.

  • Plain-English reporting for board meetings
  • Strategic roadmaps aligned with business goals
  • Risk assessment and decision support

Bridge Technology and Tradition

Respect what works whilst modernising where it counts. Ideal for businesses with established processes and legacy systems.

  • Legacy system assessment and improvement planning
  • Phased modernisation with measured outcomes
  • ROI demonstration and stakeholder buy-in

What You Can Expect

Clarity Fast: Within days you’ll have a prioritised plan with measurable next steps and clear direction.

Less Risk, Better Spending: Fewer false starts, tighter scope, and stronger outcomes through experienced guidance.

Sustained Momentum: Disciplined progress tracking, visible achievements, and accountable delivery.

How My Engagement Works

Listen & Learn: Brief me on your current state, goals, and constraints so I understand your specific situation.

Diagnose & Plan: I’ll analyse options, costs, and risks before recommending the most practical path forward.

Deliver & Embed: Execute solutions whilst upskilling your teams and ensuring confident handover.

Ideal For

Fractional CTO engagement works particularly well for founders needing technology leadership, owner-managed SMEs requiring strategic guidance, boards seeking independent assessment, and teams needing senior direction without full-time commitment.

Ready to Start?

Let’s pick one area above and create a focused two-week action plan that proves value quickly. Fractional CTO engagement begins with understanding your needs and demonstrating immediate impact through practical solutions.