Construction Firm Replaces IT Director and MSP with Fractional CIO for IT Growth and to Cut Costs

A Fractional CIO Success Story

When a $140 million a year company approached us, they were working hard on growing and scaling the business. However, they were starting to question if IT was holding them back. Despite making significant investments in their systems and IT team, they faced persistent system slowness, weak Wi-Fi coverage, core application issues and a lack of strategic direction.

It was obvious their internal IT director, system admin and managed service provider (MSP) weren’t keeping up; they needed a strategic partner who could help them leverage technology so they could move forward and shift from a reactive mindset to a proactive one. Recognizing the need for a better approach, their new president felt there must be a better way, so he turned to Thriveon.

A Smarter IT Strategy at a Lower Cost

For $30,000 less per year, we replaced their IT director and MSP with our Fractional CIO and IT management services and got to work. Within the first few weeks, we had an immediate impact. We identified the root causes of the slowness and wireless coverage gap, proposed a solution that was less than the cost of buying out the expiring server leased and installed a new server that significantly improved their system speed.

We also audited their software expenses, saving $20,000 annually in Microsoft 365 costs and uncovering $84,000 in additional software savings. This ensured their licenses and applications were the right ones for their business.

More importantly, we found and resolved over a dozen cybersecurity vulnerabilities before they could disrupt operations and close down business. This proactive approach helped button up their security risks and eliminate any potential issues, providing a sense of security and confidence.

Ongoing Strategic Improvements

Our Fractional CIO regularly works with their executive team and department heads to:

• Develop a long-term IT roadmap and budget aligned with business goals
• Ensure the company maximizes value from its core business applications
• Implement cost-saving strategies across IT infrastructure and software
• Provide executive-level IT leadership, ensuring continuous optimization and growth

By aligning IT with business goals, the construction company can leverage technology as a competitive advantage rather than a roadblock, ensuring their technological investments fuel business growth.

Executives Turn to Thriveon When...

Thriveon stands as the leading IT partner across Minnesota, Florida and beyond, dedicated to helping mid-size companies achieve enterprise-level outcomes. Chief executives turn to Thriveon when they are facing strategic IT gaps, under mounting pressure to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses, committed to optimizing ROI on substantial IT investments or frustrated with stalled IT projects and underperforming teams.

Our comprehensive IT service combines Fractional CIO expertise, cybersecurity and proactive IT management into one cohesive solution. You'll receive:

• A Fractional CIO is embedded in your business, crafting strategies and budgets that drive scalable profitability and security.

• Proactive technology audits align with over 500 proprietary best practices, preempting issues and fortifying defenses to enhance productivity and reduce risk.
• Comprehensive oversight of your technology ecosystem - hardware, software, and services - so everything works seamlessly together, preventing overspending on unnecessary tools or personnel.
• By deeply understanding how you use your line-of-business applications, we identify opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance data quality and maximize your return on investment.
• Leadership in cybersecurity readiness, including preparing for third-party audits, conducting tabletop exercises, leading company-wide security meetings and developing IT policies, all while ensuring robust defense strategies.

Discover how Thriveon transforms IT into a strategic advantage, fostering growth and resilience for our clients.