Why a Fractional CHRO Beats a Full-Time Hire for SMEs

Small and mid-sized enterprises reach a critical point where people’s decisions begin to impact revenue, compliance, culture, and long-term scalability. Hiring, retention, leadership gaps, compliance risks, and inconsistent HR processes start surfacing simultaneously. At this stage, founders often ask one core question: should we invest in a full-time CHRO or explore a Fractional CHRO model? […]