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Full-time temporary IT leadership for digital transformations, system migrations, and critical technology periods. Expert IT executives available immediately.
An Interim CIO is a temporary Chief Information Officer who works full-time for a defined period—typically 3-12 months. Unlike fractional CIOs who work part-time, interim CIOs focus exclusively on one organisation during major IT transformations or transitions.
Your CIO has left and you need immediate IT leadership while recruiting.
Major digital transformation requiring full-time dedicated leadership.
Large-scale ERP or system implementation needing intensive oversight.
IT function underperforming and needs dedicated leadership to fix.
Integrating IT systems and teams post-acquisition.
Major cloud migration requiring full-time executive focus.
| Feature | Fractional CIO | Interim CIO | Full-Time CIO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commitment | 1-3 days/week | Full-time (temporary) | Full-time (permanent) |
| Duration | Ongoing (6+ months typical) | 3-12 months | Permanent |
| Cost | £3,000-£6,000/week | £8,000-£12,000/week | £150,000-£250,000/year + benefits |
| Focus | Strategic + operational | Gap-fill or transformation | All responsibilities |
| Flexibility | Scale up/down as needed | Fixed term contract | Limited flexibility |
| Best For | Growing companies, specific expertise needs | Leadership gaps, major transitions | Large orgs with full-time need |
Tell us about your IT challenges and we'll help you find the right interim or fractional CIO.