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Fractional Chief AI Officer

Your organization needs AI leadership now, not in 18 months when you finally hire a full-time CAIO. I step in as your dedicated AI executive, building strategy and implementation simultaneously, at a fraction of the cost.

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10–40%Typical operational cost reduction
90 DaysTo measurable AI ROI
EmbeddedIn your leadership team
Full-StackStrategy + execution, not just advice
The Engagement

How a Fractional CAIO Engagement Works

01

AI Readiness Assessment

A full audit of your current processes, tools, team capabilities, and data infrastructure to establish your AI baseline.

02

Strategic AI Roadmap

A 12-month prioritized plan identifying where AI creates the highest ROI across departments: marketing, ops, HR, customer service.

03

Vendor Selection & Stack

I evaluate, negotiate, and select the right AI vendors, tools, and platforms for your specific needs. No bias, no kickbacks.

04

Implementation & Training

Hands-on deployment of AI solutions with full team training, change management support, and documentation.

What You Get

Executive-Level AI Leadership

C-Suite Representation

I attend leadership meetings, board presentations, and investor calls as your AI authority.

KPI-Driven AI Strategy

Every AI initiative is tied to measurable business outcomes: revenue, efficiency, or customer experience.

Organization-Wide AI Training

Train your entire team (from executives to frontline staff) on AI tools relevant to their specific roles.

AI Governance & Ethics

Build responsible AI policies, data privacy frameworks, and governance structures that protect your organization.

Weekly Leadership Sync

Regular check-ins with key stakeholders to report progress, address blockers, and adjust strategy.

Custom AI Tool Development

I build bespoke AI systems, internal tools, and automations that your competitors can't buy off the shelf.

FAQ

Common Questions

What size organization is this right for?
This engagement is ideal for companies between 10–500 employees who need strategic AI leadership but aren't ready to hire a $300K+ full-time CAIO. It's also suited for larger enterprises piloting an AI division.
How much time do you dedicate per month?
Typically 2–3 days per week, flexible based on your organizational phase. Intensive during initial assessment and implementation; more advisory during steady-state operations.
Do you work with our existing IT team?
Yes. I collaborate closely with your existing technical team, not replace them. I bring AI strategy and specialized expertise; your IT team handles infrastructure and integrations under my direction.
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Fractional Chief AI Officer: FAQ

What does a Fractional Chief AI Officer do?

A Fractional Chief AI Officer provides executive-level AI leadership on a part-time basis, typically 2 to 3 days per week. The role covers AI strategy, 12-month roadmap, governance, vendor selection, team training, and hands-on execution of the highest-ROI use cases. Unlike a consultant, a Fractional CAIO sits inside the executive team and is accountable for shipped outcomes that scale operational leverage.

How much does a Fractional Chief AI Officer cost?

Fractional CAIO engagements typically run from $10,000 to $25,000 per month. A full-time Chief AI Officer in the US costs $300,000 to $800,000 per year. The fractional model gives mid-market companies senior AI leadership at roughly 20 percent of the cost.

How long is a typical Fractional CAIO engagement?

Engagements run in 90-day cycles. Most clients renew for 6 to 12 months during their AI transformation phase, then shift to a lighter advisory cadence once internal capability is built and operational leverage is in place.

What size company hires a Fractional CAIO?

The sweet spot is companies with $10M to $500M in revenue. Sectors include SaaS, financial services, healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing.

How is a Fractional CAIO different from an AI consultant?

A consultant delivers a deck and leaves. A Fractional CAIO embeds in the executive team, owns the AI roadmap, and ships production AI alongside internal staff.

Do you work with US-based companies?

Yes. AvihayZanetti.ai is based in Tel Aviv and works remotely with C-suite teams across the United States.