vCIO Monthly Retainer Packages
Get strategic technology leadership on retainer. Monthly packages that provide ongoing CIO-level guidance without the full-time executive salary.
Why vCIO on Retainer?
A full-time CIO costs $200,000+ annually. Our vCIO retainer packages give you strategic technology leadership at a fraction of the cost, with predictable monthly pricing.
The Problem with Full-Time CIOs
Expensive Overhead
$200,000+ salary plus benefits, equity, and office space
Recruitment Risk
6+ months to find, hire, and onboard the right person
Limited Experience
One person's experience vs. our network of experts
Commitment Risk
Hard to scale up or down based on business needs
Our vCIO Advantage
Cost Effective
60-80% less than a full-time CIO with same expertise
Immediate Impact
Start getting value from day one, no lengthy onboarding
Diverse Expertise
Access to our network of specialists across all technologies
Flexible Scaling
Easily adjust hours and focus as your business grows
What's Included in Every Package
All packages include strategic technology leadership and guidance tailored to your business needs.
Strategic Planning
Technology roadmaps, budget planning, and strategic guidance
Executive Presence
Board presentations, vendor negotiations, and stakeholder management
Technology Assessment
Regular reviews of your tech stack, security, and performance
Ongoing Support
Regular check-ins, emergency support, and strategic guidance
Choose Your vCIO Package
Three tiers of vCIO services to match your company size and technology needs.
Starter vCIO
Perfect for small companies
per month
- ✓10 hours per month
- ✓Monthly strategy sessions
- ✓Technology roadmap
- ✓Vendor evaluation & selection
- ✓Security assessment
- ✓Email support
Professional vCIO
Ideal for growing companies
per month
- ✓20 hours per month
- ✓Everything in Starter
- ✓Bi-weekly strategy sessions
- ✓Team leadership & mentoring
- ✓Board presentations
- ✓Priority phone support
- ✓Quarterly business reviews
Enterprise vCIO
For established companies
per month
- ✓40 hours per month
- ✓Everything in Professional
- ✓Weekly strategy sessions
- ✓Dedicated project management
- ✓24/7 emergency support
- ✓Custom reporting & analytics
- ✓Dedicated Slack channel
How It Works
Getting started with your vCIO retainer is simple and straightforward.
Getting Started
Discovery Call
We'll discuss your technology challenges and choose the right package
Onboarding
Comprehensive assessment of your current technology landscape
Strategic Planning
Develop your technology roadmap and immediate action items
Ongoing Partnership
Regular check-ins, strategic guidance, and project execution
What You Get
Strategic Technology Leadership
Executive-level guidance on all technology decisions
Cost Savings
60-80% less than a full-time CIO with same expertise
Network Access
Access to our network of specialists and vendors
Flexible Scaling
Easily adjust hours and focus as your business grows
No Long-term Commitment
Month-to-month contracts with 30-day notice
Ready to Get Strategic Technology Leadership?
Stop paying full-time CIO prices for part-time needs. Get executive-level technology leadership at a fraction of the cost.