Interim & Fractional CIOs, CTOs, and CISOs for the Manufacturing Industry

A fractional/interim/virtual technology executive is a senior leader (CTO, CIO, or CISO) engaged on a part-time, temporary, or advisory basis rather than full-time. Fortium offers these roles so you can access executive-level capacity without the time, risk, or cost of a full-time hire. We describe this as Technology Leadership-as-a-Service^R.

You might need a fractional/interim/virtual CIO when:

• Your organization lacks senior technology leadership, and recruitment is taking too long or is infeasible;
• You are scaling rapidly, and existing leadership can’t keep up with demand;
• You need a leader to manage a turnaround, stabilize operations, or lead a transformation;
• You want executive direction in cybersecurity, governance, or compliance but don’t require a full-time CISO.

Most fractional and interim CIO providers will be able to get started very quickly, often providing viable candidates within hours to days and beginning within one to two weeks if speed is essential.

• An initial discussion with a leader having extensive experience helping organizations evaluate and select fractional and interim CIOs will uncover specific requirements and prompt deeper dialog about the factors that will produce the best fit among available resources.
• Based on the organization's preferences and the number of resources fitting the request, the provider presents one to three technology leaders with associated biographies and experience. Some situations may prompt a proposal covering the understanding of the situation, the approach to solving the need, and a discussion of the proposed people.
• If a proposed CIO is acceptable, an agreement between the organizations is signed. The new CIO may start as soon as the CIO and client can arrange a mutually agreeable date.

A fractional CTO provides strategic leadership focused on industrial IoT, automation, and the digital transformation of the factory floor, ensuring technology directly supports production goals.

 Our experts specialize in IT/OT network segmentation, implementing distinct security policies and monitoring systems designed specifically to protect sensitive and proprietary Industrial Control Systems (ICS/SCADA).

We lead the implementation of advanced supply chain planning tools and data integration strategies that provide real-time visibility, enabling proactive risk mitigation and reliable forecasting.

We work with mid-market and enterprise manufacturers in discrete, process, aerospace, automotive, and heavy equipment industries.

Fortium can typically place an experienced CIO or CTO in as few as 48 hours, or typically, within 1–2 weeks, significantly faster than traditional executive search timelines, ensuring immediate project continuity.