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Fractional CIO

A fractional CIO aligns IT strategy with business goals — infrastructure, vendor management, and digital transformation at 40-65% of a full-time hire's cost.

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$6K-$14K
monthly retainer range
Source: US market, 2026
68%
YoY demand growth
Source: Gartner
71 mo.
avg. engagement length
Source: Industry data
40-65%
cost savings vs full-time
Source: Multiple studies

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A Fractional CIO in the US typically costs $6,000-$14,000/month depending on scope, seniority, and geography.

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