Assess Technologies provides fractional CTO and CIO services: ongoing, executive-level technology leadership for organizations that aren’t ready for — or don’t need — a full-time hire. You get strategic roadmapping, budget and vendor management, security oversight, and team mentorship on a flexible monthly retainer, led by a technology executive with nearly 30 years of experience across ed-tech, SaaS, and the public sector.
What a fractional CTO does for you
- Technology strategy & roadmap — align your systems and spending with where the organization is going.
- Budget & vendor management — control costs, negotiate contracts, and hold vendors accountable.
- Security & risk oversight — close the gaps before they become incidents (see our case study).
- Team leadership & mentorship — support and level up your existing IT staff.
- Executive reporting — clear, jargon-free updates for leadership and the board.
Who it’s for
Growing ed-tech and SaaS companies, schools and education organizations, nonprofits, and municipalities that need senior technology leadership without the cost of a full-time executive.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fractional CTO?
A fractional CTO is an experienced chief technology officer who works with your organization part-time, on a retainer, providing the same strategic leadership as a full-time CTO at a fraction of the cost. It’s ideal for organizations that need senior technology direction but don’t have the budget or workload for a full-time executive.
How much does a fractional CTO cost?
Fractional CTO engagements are typically billed as a flexible monthly retainer scaled to your needs — far less than a full-time executive salary plus benefits. Assess Technologies sizes the retainer to your goals and environment after a free introductory consultation.
How is this different from an MSP?
A managed service provider (MSP) handles day-to-day IT operations and support. A fractional CTO sits above that — setting strategy, managing the MSP and other vendors, owning security and budget decisions, and representing technology to leadership. The two work well together; Assess Technologies often selects and oversees the MSP on your behalf.