A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for the overall technical direction and strategy for a company. Their main objective is to find creative ways to solve pressing business problems and save you money all while maintaining the security and scalability of your product. That’s a meaty way of saying that your CTO can be your ace when it comes to getting unstuck, building really cool software, and making those tough decisions when it comes to building versus buying products.
Here are some questions you should be asking yourself to discover if hiring a CTO is right for you:
- Your company is growing pretty rapidly. If you’re building a tech-enabled product, it’s important to have a go-to expect to oversee the development and implementation of new tech to support that growth.
- You’re struggling to keep up with the latest industry trends and innovations. Tech is changing every day. You need to be prepared to innovate or pivot to meet the needs of the day. Are you confused when folks start talking Web3 or AI? It may be time to have someone nearby who can help you understand how they can impact your business.
- You don’t have a technical resource on staff. Are you getting by, by chaining a multitude of technologies using automation like Zapier and Airtable? That’s great and shows your resourcefulness! It’s a great way to prove that people want what you are building. But when you’re ready to move faster, having someone who’s technical on the team is a great investment.
Any of this sound like your company? It may be time to consider hiring a CTO to help drive you company’s tech strategy. Have any questions? Book a call today.
