Author: Lourdes Rojas, Founder & CEO, Eunoia Consulting Co. Published: June 4, 2026.
The Fractional Chief AI Officer (CAIO) model is making enterprise-grade AI leadership accessible to healthcare organisations that cannot yet justify a full-time executive hire. This guide explains what a Fractional CAIO does, how the role differs from an AI consultant or interim CTO, what engagements typically look like, and how to determine whether your organisation is ready for this model.