Interim CTO - Interim manager to boost technology expertise

We provide experienced technology leaders for your company’s digital transformation and product innovation needs. Our service is flexible from a part-time need to a multi-year partnership.

What is an Interim CTO?

An Interim CTO is an experienced technology or IT manager who can quickly take charge of your company's product development, technology strategy or even IT issues. He or she will be responsible for the R&D&I portfolio, digital services, IT architecture and will be part of your management team. Typical interim roles include CTO, CIO, CDO or CPO and various project management assignments.

Key benefits of an Interim CTO

Measurable results from the first month onwards

The top performer starts immediately

  • Strong knowledge deployed in a week
  • Quick start and professional management of digital projects
  • Cost-effective management of outsourced services
  • Knowledge of the partnership network

A unique experience

  • More than 15 years of evidence of technology development
  • Ability to lead complex development projects
  • Wide-ranging technological expertise
  • Best practices from different sectors

Flexible and cost-effective

  • Only days worked are charged – flexible costs
  • No recruitment costs or commitments
  • Also available as a part-time service

What is the right situation for an Interim CTO?

Quick help for technology management

  • Start even in a week
  • No slow and costly recruitment process
  • A flexible contract according to your needs
  • Recruiting skilled people to another location

Critical transitions

  • The current CTO is moving elsewhere
  • Systems integrations in the context of acquisitions
  • Modernising the IT infrastructure
  • Rolling out new processes

Development projects

  • Demanding project management and change projects
  • Development projects in manufacturing industry
  • Integrating sales, product development and manufacturing
  • CRM, ERP and other implementation projects
  • Developing information security
  • New ways of working, e.g agile

How do you get an Interim CTO?

Fast and efficient process – interim manager starts within a week

Mapping & Planning

Tell us your needs, and we will define the criteria and objectives of the job description and agree on a timeframe. This step is free of charge and without any commitment.

Suitable leadership candidates

You will receive 1-3 candidates and their skills profiles within 48 hours. They have already been interviewed and assessed by Cherry partners.

Flexible cooperation begins

Your chosen interim manager will start quickly. The length and intensity of the assignment is flexible according to your company's needs.

What do our customers tell us?

01.

“The Interim CFO quickly identified areas for working capital improvements. Within three months, we freed up €2M of working capital and renegotiated the financing terms.”

Managing Director, industrial company

Areas of expertise of our interim managers

Cherry’s pool of more than 250 experienced top interim managers

Frequently asked questions about Interim CTO

We can provide a suitable technology manager within 2-5 working days of first contact.

A typical assignment lasts around six months, but we always tailor the duration to your needs. Work can also be done on a part-time basis.

We only charge you for the days you work per month. Transparent total cost, no surprises and no fixed costs.

Flexible leadership solutions for your company

Cherry Interim

The most qualified manager for change situations for 3 to 24 months.

Cherry Pinterim

A risk-free way to get top talent now and hire them later.

Cherry Operating Partner

An experienced expert or team to increase your business value.

Cherry Diagnosis

Analysis of the current situation and concrete proposals for improvement.

Cherry Friend

Monthly management support and new ideas.

Flexible leadership solutions for your company

Cherry Interim

The most qualified manager for change situations for 3 to 24 months.

Cherry Pinterim

A risk-free way to get top talent now and hire them later.

Cherry Operating Partner

An experienced expert or team to increase your business value.

Cherry Diagnosis

Analysis of the current situation and concrete proposals for improvement.

Cherry Friend

Monthly management support and new ideas.