CTO as a Service, Co-CTO

a. Discovery Phase:

During this stage, we commence a thorough analysis utilizing the icteaframework®. We assess the technical requirements, processes, and human resources within the current organization. Subsequently, we delve deeper into the improvement process, focusing on emerging issues in greater detail.

b. Solutions:

We identify solution recommendations regarding the technology to be employed, the processes to be implemented, and human resources.

c. Project Planning:

We plan the transition from the current state (as-is) to the desired state (to-be). This involves outlining the steps to move from the existing situation to an improved one.

d. Scaling:

In this phase of project development, we concentrate on optimizing costs related to project expansion. This includes evaluating risks, determining the most effective scaling approach, analyzing available scaling technologies such as cloud services and hosting, and making decisions aligned with business goals and technological requirements for implementation.

e. Presentation:

The CTO plays a crucial role in communication with stakeholders such as investors, business owners, and partners. Specifically, the Chief Technology Officer is responsible for creating technical documents, preparing a business plan showcasing the product’s value, highlighting the team’s skills, and participating in direct discussions with stakeholders.

f. Hiring:

If there is a lack of time or proper experience to hire an in-office team, the Chief Technology Officer can handle the matter. This may involve delegating tasks such as creating eligibility criteria for hiring technicians, evaluating applicant skills, conducting technical interviews, assessing candidates’ teamwork skills, and fostering team spirit.

g. Audit:

Lastly, when considering the role of a CTO, it becomes apparent that this specialist can undertake tasks such as evaluating code quality, checking team productivity, conducting a general project audit, monitoring the delivery process, and compiling a list of recommendations for optimizing the existing solution.