You need CTO-level technology guidance, but a full-time CTO costs £150k+ a year. We give growing UK businesses the senior tech leadership they need, without the full-time salary.
Virtual CTO services, compliance support, and technology roadmapping that actually moves your business forward.
A fractional CTO gives you senior technology leadership on a flexible basis. You get expert guidance on IT strategy, vendor selection, compliance, and technology roadmapping, exactly when you need it, without paying for a full-time executive.
Whether you're making a big technology decision, preparing for a compliance certification, or want someone experienced to review your IT spending, our fractional CTO and IT strategy consulting services are built for growing UK businesses that want to get their technology right.
Every technology decision should move your business forward. We make sure your IT investments actually support what you're trying to achieve, instead of becoming expensive distractions.
No more buying software that nobody uses, or building systems that don't connect to anything. Your technology roadmap stays aligned with your business plan.
Cybersecurity gaps and compliance violations are expensive. We run regular risk assessments, put proper security controls in place, and keep your compliance up to date.
You're protected before problems happen, not scrambling after the fact.
Most businesses we work with are overspending on technology somewhere, whether it's redundant software licences, overspecified infrastructure, or accumulated technical debt.
Our clients typically see 20-30% cost savings once we've reviewed their IT spending and contracts.
The right technology choices can genuinely set you apart. We help you spot opportunities to use tech for better customer experience, faster operations, and new revenue streams.
You get the same calibre of technology advice that larger companies have, at a price that works for your business.
We start by understanding your business, your current technology setup, and what's not working. This includes:
This gives us a clear picture of where you are and where you need to be.
Based on what we find, we build a technology strategy that fits your business goals and budget. This includes:
You get a clear plan with priorities, costs, and timelines you can actually act on.
We stay hands-on throughout implementation to keep things on track:
We stay involved throughout to make sure things go to plan.
Technology governance isn't a one-off project. Your business changes, and your technology needs to keep up:
Your technology strategy stays current as your business grows.
We help you plan and execute cloud migrations that make sense for your business, whether that's moving to Azure, optimising what you already have, or deciding what should stay on-premise. Our IT operations team can manage your cloud infrastructure day-to-day.
We handle the complexity of Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, and other frameworks your business needs. Our IT operations and cybersecurity team can also provide ongoing security management.
We guide you through technology change that actually delivers results, from initial strategy through to implementation. Our digital transformation service covers the full journey, including building a data-driven culture.
We help you pick the right technology suppliers and hold them to account. Good vendor management means better service, lower costs, and fewer nasty surprises at renewal time.
We design technology setups that work together properly and can grow with your business. When you need custom systems built, our bespoke software development team handles the engineering.
We help you build realistic technology budgets that match your business priorities. No nasty surprises, no wasted spend on things you don't need.
"Red Eagle Tech came on board as our Virtual CTO after we'd experienced rapid growth and our technology wasn't keeping up with demand. They conducted a thorough assessment, developed a clear technology roadmap, and guided us through a complex digital transformation. Their strategic approach helped us to modernise our infrastructure, improve security, and deliver a better customer experience. Their ability to translate complex tech concepts into practical business terms made such a difference." - Eric W., Chief Operations Officer
UK Online Retail Group
120+ employees
"Achieving ISO 27001 certification seemed like an overwhelming task for our small team, but it was becoming essential for our business to win contracts with larger clients. We spoke to the team at Red Eagle Tech for help and they offered a structured approach that made the process manageable. They identified our gaps, developed practical policies, implemented necessary controls, and trained our staff (best of all it was engaging and fun, unlike many other training sessions!). Their guidance was absolutely invaluable during certification audit, and we achieved certification in just six months with minimal disruption to our operations, opening doors to new business opportunities we couldn't access before." - Alisha P., Director
Healthcare Analytics
35+ employees
A fractional CTO (also called a virtual CTO or outsourced CTO) provides senior technology leadership without the cost of a full-time hire. We attend your leadership meetings, advise on technology decisions, manage vendor relationships, oversee IT budgets, and develop your technology roadmap.
The role scales from a few hours a month to several days a week, depending on what you need. During major technology projects, we can increase our involvement, then scale back once things are running smoothly.
It depends on the standard and your starting point. Cyber Essentials can typically be achieved in 1-3 months. ISO 27001 usually takes 6-12 months.
We focus on the highest-risk areas first, so you get security benefits throughout the process, not just at the end. We also design compliance programmes that fit into your existing business processes to minimise disruption.
We agree clear KPIs at the start of every engagement. Common measures include IT cost savings, system uptime, security incidents, compliance status, and project delivery performance.
We report against these regularly so you can see exactly what you're getting for your investment. If something isn't working, we adjust the approach.
Not at all. Growing businesses often benefit the most because they have less room to waste money on bad technology decisions.
We scale our approach to fit your size and budget. That might mean basic security controls, a clear technology roadmap, or help choosing the right software, whatever makes the biggest difference right now.
A fractional CTO gives you the same strategic technology leadership as a full-time Chief Technology Officer, but on a flexible, part-time basis.
A full-time CTO in the UK typically costs £120,000-£180,000 per year. A fractional CTO gives you that expertise at a fraction of the cost, and you can scale the hours up or down as your needs change. It's the most practical option for growing businesses that need senior tech leadership but aren't ready for a full-time C-suite hire.
Our fractional CTO and IT strategy consulting services start from a monthly retainer. The exact cost depends on how many hours you need and the complexity of your technology environment.
Every engagement starts with a free discovery call where we understand your needs and provide a clear quote. No hidden fees, no long-term lock-in.
A friendly 15-minute video call with Kat to understand your needs. No preparation needed.
Kat Korson
Founder & Technical Director
Our team has 10+ years delivering software solutions for growing businesses across the UK.
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