Technical Strategy & Advisory
Ongoing guidance to help you make the right tech decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and scale confidently. Ideal for founders and senior teams who need a trusted technical lead without hiring full time.
Need a Senior Tech Partner Without Hiring Full Time?
I help ambitious teams solve complex problems, automate the boring stuff and scale with less stress. From strategy to delivery, you’ll have a trusted expert by your side.
Limited Spots Available
About
I’m Dean Jackson, an experienced IT consultant and fractional CTO with a passion for turning complex challenges into practical, scalable tech solutions. With over a decade of hands-on experience across IT infrastructure, software development, and product design, I’ve helped startups, enterprises, and government bodies build and maintain high-performing systems.
Whether it’s building secure cloud systems, creating custom digital tools or improving email delivery, I focus on practical solutions that last. I take a hands-on approach, grounded in real-world problem solving, to make technology work better for the people who rely on it.
Whether it’s building secure cloud systems, creating custom digital tools or improving email delivery, I focus on practical solutions that last. I take a hands-on approach, grounded in real-world problem solving, to make technology work better for the people who rely on it.
Career Highlights
key services & offerings
In addition to the core services, I also offer a range of add-ons like cyber security audits, web development, code reviews, and recruitment support. Every engagement is tailored to your goals, giving you a practical and flexible way to strengthen your IT setup.
Benefits
Supercharge your business without the hassle and costs of a full time hire
Pricing
Choose the level of support that fits your goals. Start small with an audit, move fast with a sprint or go all in with monthly leadership. Simple pricing, clear value, no long-term tie-ins.
- AI Systems Audit
A one-off session to uncover how automation and smarter systems could save you time, reduce costs, or help your business scale faster.Best for early-stage planning or one-off clarity£500- One 60-minute Strategy Call
- Written report with findings and Next Steps
- Delivered within 72 Hours
- Rapid Sprint
Three days of focused hands-on support to tackle one key problem. Whether it’s a broken process, manual task or inefficient system.Designed for urgent issues or proof-of-concept work£1350- Pre-sprint Planning Call
- Three days of Focused Implementation
- Quick handover with Recommendations
- Ideal for single challenges or Proof-of-Concept Builds
- RecommendedOngoing Tech Leadership
Hands-on senior-level support across strategy, systems, and implementation. Without the cost or commitment of a full-time hire.Ideal for teams who want embedded technical leadership£3000- Unlimited Requests
- (One at a Time)
- 10 hours of Live Calls (Per Month)
- 48-hour average Turnaround
- Remote Only
- Pause Anytime, no Minimum Term
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Frequently asked questions
Why not just hire a full time CTO?
Hiring full time can cost over £150,000 a year once you factor in salary, equity, and benefits. Most growing businesses don’t need that much support. I provide senior level guidance and delivery when you need it, without the overhead.
Can you replace my existing IT team?
No. I work alongside your team, helping unblock challenges, support delivery, and guide decisions so things move faster and more smoothly.
Is there a limit to how many requests I can make?
On the monthly plan, you can send as many requests as you like, one at a time. I’ll keep things moving efficiently so nothing gets stuck.
How quickly will things get done?
Most requests are handled within two working days. Larger or more complex work may take longer, but you’ll always have clear updates.
Who will be doing the work?
It’s just me. You’ll work directly with me, not a junior assistant or a third party.
How does pausing the monthly plan work?
You can pause at any time if you don’t have work lined up. When you’re ready again, just pick up where you left off.
How do I request tasks or support?
You’ll get access to a shared task board where you can easily submit and track your requests.
What if I only need one thing done?
No problem. The audit or sprint is perfect if you’re looking to solve one issue or test things out before committing long term.
Do you offer refunds?
The work is tailored and results-focused, so I don’t offer refunds. I only take on projects where I know I can deliver real value. If something feels off, we’ll sort it quickly and directly.
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Still Exploring?
Let’s have a 30 minute discovery call to talk through your setup and challenges and see if we’re a good fit to work together.
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