In short
A senior technology leader who works with a company part-time, typically two to five days per month, in a strategic and decision-making role.
They own the technology roadmap, challenge vendor proposals, and set engineering standards without the cost of a full-time executive hire at €150k to €200k per year.
Where it bites
Fractional CTO matters when technical choices are costing leadership time, budget, or hiring confidence. The useful question is who owns the decision, not who can explain the acronym.
What to check
- Who owns the decision after the meeting?
- What changes in the next 30 days?
- Which cost is avoided by adding senior judgment now?
Common questions
What is Fractional CTO?
A senior technology leader who works with a company part-time, typically two to five days per month, in a strategic and decision-making role.
Why does Fractional CTO matter?
Fractional CTO matters when technical choices are costing leadership time, budget, or hiring confidence. The useful question is who owns the decision, not who can explain the acronym.
What should you check first for Fractional CTO?
Who owns the decision after the meeting? What changes in the next 30 days? Which cost is avoided by adding senior judgment now?