What is a Fractional CAO (Chief Analytics Officer)?
A Fractional Chief Analytics Officer is an experienced data and analytics executive who works part-time across multiple organisations, providing analytics leadership to build data-driven cultures and advanced analytics capabilities.
The Fractional CAO Role
Fractional CAOs typically work 1-3 days per week, providing senior analytics leadership for companies investing in data capabilities without the £200-300k cost of a permanent analytics executive.
Key CAO Responsibilities
Analytics Strategy: Data maturity roadmap and analytics vision
AI/ML: Machine learning programme design and implementation
Data Platforms: Modern data stack architecture and vendor selection
Business Intelligence: Dashboard, reporting, and self-serve analytics
Team Building: Analytics team structure, hiring, and development
Who Needs a Fractional CAO?
Companies wanting to become genuinely data-driven in decisions
Organisations building AI/ML capabilities for the first time
Businesses needing to connect analytics to business outcomes
Scale-ups building their first dedicated analytics function
