Whether you’re a growing start-up, an SME, or a brand seeking innovation, our fractional Chief AI Officer service provides strategic AI leadership on demand. Monthly plans to fit all needs.
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries but for many companies navigating AI adoption is overwhelming, expensive, or simply out of reach without the right leadership. That’s where a Fractional Chief AI Officer (CAIO) comes in. Expert support for your organisation with strategy, development, and implementation advice for artificial intelligence (AI) and surrounding technologies.
Working with Rob from Magnifica has been a game changer for us as we embark on our AI implementation journey. We now have a clear plan to automated process that will effortlessly scale as we grow.
Neil Rose – Systems Manager, Certora Training Limited
What is a Fractional Chief AI Officer?
A Fractional Chief AI Officer serves as your company’s AI visionary and strategic leader but without the full-time commitment or salary of a traditional full-time employee.
Think of it as having an AI expert “in the room” when you need them most. Advising leadership teams, guiding implementation and ensuring AI initiatives are ethical, effective, and aligned with your organisational goals.
Who it’s for
Fractional CAIO services are ideal for:
- Start-ups building AI into their product or operations
- SMEs exploring AI to automate, optimise, or differentiate
- Enterprise departments needing specialised AI leadership
- Consultancies or agencies looking to integrate AI into client offerings
- Directors and company founders who want clear, no-jargon guidance
Why Hire a Fractional CAIO?
Most companies understand that AI can help them work smarter but few know where to start. It can be challenging knowing how to invest wisely or most importantly how to avoid costly mistakes. With a fractional CAIO with a strong technical background you get:
1. Strategic direction
Cut through the hype and focus on high-impact use cases. A fractional CAIO will help you define a clear AI roadmap aligned to your goals and capabilities.
2. Fast implementation
Leverage proven frameworks, avoid false starts and get AI initiatives up and running faster with experienced guidance.
3. Cost efficiency
Instead of hiring a full-time AI you can work with a fractional CAIO on a part-time or project basis.
4. Risk reduction
Ensure your use of AI is ethical, secure, and compliant. Avoid reputational, legal, and operational pitfalls with expert oversight.
5. Cross-functional collaboration
An effective CAIO doesn’t just understand AI models, they align AI with your operations, marketing, product, and IT to drive real business outcomes.
6. Expertise, not a hype
The hype around AI is unprecedented and it can sometimes feel as though your are being left behind. Rob turns this on its head by ignoring the hype and putting his 30 years of technology industry experience to work inside your business. Sometimes its automating the boring stuff where the really exciting things happen.
Pricing options
Below is the standard pricing for our CAIO service however if your needs are greater or different let’s talk.
| Plans | Your investment |
|---|---|
| Advisor – Strategic input & oversight 1 day per month | £750 per month |
| Partner – Design, implementation & guidance 2 days per month | £1,350 per month |
| Leader – Embedded AI ownership & transformation 3 days per month | £2,000 per month |
| Ad-hoc Buy as many days as you need | £750 per day – negotiable if purchased in blocks |
All prices are + VAT. Plans are for a minimum 3 month engagement.
