Fractional CIO · Technology Consulting
When your technology needs a roadmap, not just a reboot.
Modernize systems, drive smarter decisions, and scale securely — with a consulting partner who speaks both technology and business.
Your IT team is wearing too many hats
Get executive-level technology direction without a full-time hire.
A major software decision is on the table
Get a structured evaluation before you commit to the wrong platform.
Growth is outpacing your systems
Get a technology roadmap aligned to where your company is headed.
Experience at:
HSN · Gap Inc. · GN Group · Audigy
What We Do
Services
Fractional CIO
Part-time executive technology leadership embedded in your team. Strategic oversight without the full-time salary.
AI & Automation Strategy
Identify high-impact automation opportunities across your operations. Practical AI adoption grounded in your actual workflows.
Software Selection
Cut through vendor noise with a structured evaluation process. We help you pick the right platform the first time.
Digital Transformation
Modernize legacy systems and processes to unlock efficiency. We build roadmaps that connect technology change to business results.
Business Intelligence & Data
Turn scattered data into dashboards and decisions. We design BI strategies that give leadership the visibility they need.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
Assess your risk posture and close the gaps that matter. Pragmatic security aligned with your industry's compliance requirements (HIPAA, SOC2, PCI, etc.).
Stop Guessing. Start Evaluating Software the Right Way.
- Compare vendors side-by-side with a weighted scoring framework
- Uncover hidden costs, integration gaps, and contract red flags
- Make a confident software decision backed by data — not demos
Casey DeGroot
Principal Consultant
20+ years as a technology executive — real teams, real budgets, real transformations. Now I bring that experience to companies that need it without the full-time cost.
More about Casey →Insights
Recent Articles
How to Build a Business Case for Manufacturing Technology Investment
Getting budget approval for manufacturing technology requires more than ROI estimates. Here's how to build a case that gets funded.
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October 6, 2026
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ERP, MRP, and MES solve different problems. Here's how to understand which ones you need — and in what order.
September 29, 2026
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