The Challenge: After securing a major investment for scaling, the business was ready to move into rapid growth mode. But the development team warned that the current system was not scalable, as it had been built simply to launch quickly and lacked the robustness needed to grow. The new funding was at risk as the team was unable to provide a clear path forward.
Our Solution: A Fractional CTO was brought in to conduct a full audit of the existing tech stack and team capabilities. We identified the areas requiring redevelopment and crafted a pragmatic plan for re-architecting the system in parallel with business objectives. By breaking down the project into manageable phases, we ensured development could continue without halting the business operations.
Outcome: The redevelopment plan instilled confidence in the investors and the SLT, showing a clear and actionable path to scalability. The team moved ahead, gradually upgrading the infrastructure while continuing to deliver value. This led to a successful transition into growth mode, unlocking the full potential of the investment.
Investor Needs Technical Due Diligence to Evaluate Feasibility and Minimize Risk
A young developer struggled in their transition to CTO, impacting team efficiency and delivery.
A Fractional CTO provided mentorship, strategic oversight, and established effective reporting, allowing the emerging leader to step up confidently and enhance team performance