Fractional CPO

What Is A Fractional Chief Product Officer?

A Fractional Chief Product Officer (CPO) is a seasoned product management professional who offers their high-level expertise and strategic insight to businesses, typically on a flexible or part-time basis.

Cost-Effective:

Gain access to top-notch product management expertise without the expense of a full-time employee.

Strategic Insight & Extensive Experience:

Unlike full-time staff who may be immersed in daily operations, a Fractional CPO brings an external, strategic viewpoint, fostering innovation and business growth.

Fractional CPOs generally have a rich background, having collaborated with various companies across multiple industries. This breadth of experience ensures they are adept in numerous best practices and forward-thinking solutions.

What Services Do Fractional CPOs Offer?

• Strategic Product Vision and Roadmapping
• Customized Product Development Strategies
• Optimization of Product Integration and Lifecycle
• Project Management and Agile Methodology
• Risk Identification and Mitigation in Product Development
• Guidance on Digital Product Transformation
• Process Enhancement for Product Efficiency
• Data-Driven Product Insights for Decision-Making
• Customer-Centric Product Solutions
• Adoption of Advanced Product Technologies
• Preparation for Future Market and Technological Trends in Product Development

Why Is It For You?

• You require specialized product management guidance tailored to your unique business needs.
• You aim to elevate your existing product strategies for improved efficiency and return on investment.
• You seek to develop robust and scalable product visions that align with your long-term business objectives.
• You wish to implement agile and efficient project management practices in product development.
• You want to cultivate or enhance a product team that aligns with your business goals.
• Your business demands flexible product expertise that evolves with your requirements, enabling effective cost management.
• You are in search of expert support to make your product operations attractive to investors.

Benefits of Hiring a Fractional CPO

Expertise on Demand:

Access to senior-level product management expertise whenever you need it, without the cost of a full-time salary.

Flexible Engagement:

Tailored services to meet your unique requirements, whether for a one-off project or ongoing support.

Immediate Impact:

Quick integration into your business to drive change and provide practical insights from day one.

Investor-Ready Representation:

Acting as a competent product representative during investor meetings, ensuring product discussions are effectively aligned with business goals.

Team Skill Enhancement:

Providing your team with experienced insights to evaluate, mentor, and boost their capabilities and productivity.

Ross Boardman, Fractional CPO

Over twenty years of startup experience. 3x startup to IPO. Previous work includes Nintendo, Disney, LADBible, Tesco & more.

I help CEOs to scale their product and teams.

I help CEOs who want executive-level technology leadership that aligns with their business vision without the full-time executive cost.

I've helped many businesses to grow into market leaders.

3x startups to IPO.

I was lucky. I had one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world as my mentor.

 I've worked for some of the fastest-growing companies in the world.

I was part of the leadership team that became the UK's largest-ever technology IPO.

An excellent background in shipping digital products for Nintendo, Disney, Argos, ASDA, Tesco, LADBible, Honda, Manchester United, Phones4U, NBrown, Ultimate Performance, Myprotein and Unilever.

As a seasoned Fractional CPO, I provide businesses with the expertise and guidance of a Chief Technology Officer, but tailored to their specific needs and without the commitment of a full-time position.

Interested in elevating your tech game? Find out more about how I can help as a Fractional CPO.