Hands-On Delivery Management
Execution Sprints
From Strategy to Shipped
Execution Sprints are an add-on to the Fractional CAIO Retainer for clients who need hands-on project management for their AI initiatives. We roll up our sleeves and make sure things actually get done.
When You Need Execution Sprints
- Complex vendor engagements – Multiple parties, lots of moving pieces
- High-stakes projects – Can’t afford delays or failures
- Stretched internal teams – Your people are too busy with day jobs
- Technical translations – Need someone to bridge business and tech
- Change-heavy initiatives – Significant process or workflow changes
What’s Included
Project Management
- Sprint planning and backlog management
- Daily standups and coordination
- Progress tracking and reporting
- Risk and issue management
- Stakeholder communication
Vendor Coordination
- Statement of work oversight
- Milestone and deliverable review
- Escalation management
- Contract compliance monitoring
- Knowledge transfer facilitation
Quality Assurance
- Requirements validation
- User acceptance testing support
- Performance verification
- Documentation review
- Go-live readiness assessment
Team Enablement
- Process documentation
- Training coordination
- Adoption tracking
- Feedback loops
- Continuous improvement
How It Works
Execution Sprints are scoped and priced per project. Typical engagements include:
Light Touch – 5-8 hours/week
- Weekly check-ins with project teams
- Milestone reviews
- Issue escalation handling
- Best for: Well-staffed projects needing strategic oversight
Standard – 12-16 hours/week
- Active participation in project meetings
- Vendor management and coordination
- Regular stakeholder updates
- Best for: Complex projects with multiple workstreams
Intensive – 20+ hours/week
- Near full-time engagement
- Day-to-day project leadership
- Hands-on problem solving
- Best for: Critical initiatives or teams in crisis
Investment
Execution Sprints are priced as an add-on to your CAIO Retainer. We’ll discuss rates and expected hours during your Fit Call.
Engagement levels vary based on project needs:
- Light Touch: Weekly oversight
- Standard: Active daily involvement
- Intensive: Near full-time engagement
Hours are tracked and reported weekly. Unused hours roll over within the project scope.
Prerequisites
Execution Sprints are available only for active CAIO Retainer clients. This ensures:
- We understand your business context
- Strategic alignment is maintained
- You’re not paying for ramp-up time
- Continuity between strategy and execution
Let’s Talk About Your Project
If you’re already a retainer client, reach out to discuss adding Execution Sprints to your engagement.
If you’re new to RIVVIR, start with a Fit Call to explore the full picture.