The Lost Co
The Lost Co

Strategic IT Leadership, Without the Full-Time Hire.

Get the executive-level guidance you need to align your technology with your business goals. We act as your Virtual Chief Information Officer, providing strategic planning, budget optimization, and risk management.

Is your technology driving growth or just creating costs?

Without a clear strategy, technology spending becomes reactive and chaotic. You might be using the wrong tools, overpaying for licenses, or exposing your business to unnecessary risk, all while missing opportunities for innovation.

A Technology Roadmap Aligned With Your Vision.

As your vCIO, we integrate with your leadership team to provide a clear, forward-looking technology plan. We help you make informed decisions, optimize your budget, and ensure your IT infrastructure is a stable, secure asset that actively supports your growth.

vCIO Service Tiers

Choose the right level of strategic IT leadership for your business

Getting Started
vCIO Essentials
Perfect for businesses with 10-30 employees
AUD $2,500/month

Minimum 6-month engagement

Core Services

Monthly strategic meeting (2 hours)
Quarterly technology roadmap review
Annual IT budget review & preparation
On-call strategic advice (5 hours/month)
High-level vendor & software assessment

Ideal For:

Businesses new to strategic IT planning seeking foundational guidance

Most Popular
vCIO Growth
Perfect for businesses with 30-75 employees
AUD $4,500/month

Minimum 6-month engagement

Everything in Essentials, plus:

Monthly technology steering committee participation
Cybersecurity policy review & management
Business continuity & disaster recovery planning
Technology project management oversight
Vendor negotiation & contract management
Monthly executive briefings & reports

Ideal For:

Growing businesses with complex technology environments requiring deeper strategic involvement

Enterprise
vCIO Enterprise
For large organizations & digital transformation
Quote on Request

Fully customized engagement

Bespoke Service Including:

Dedicated vCIO with deep industry expertise
Weekly strategic sessions & planning
Executive-level decision making involvement
Digital transformation leadership
Board presentation & strategic reporting
Unlimited strategic consultation

Ideal For:

Large organizations undergoing significant digital transformation requiring dedicated C-level expertise

Not sure which tier is right for you?

Ideal for businesses that are:

Growing quickly and need a formal technology strategy

Scale your technology infrastructure strategically as your business expands.

Unsure if they are getting the best value from IT spending

Optimize your technology investments and eliminate wasteful spending.

Lacking in-house senior technology leadership

Get C-level technology expertise without the full-time executive salary.

40%
Cost Reduction

"Working with The Lost Co as our vCIO has been transformational. They helped us consolidate our software stack, renegotiate vendor contracts, and create a 3-year technology roadmap that actually aligns with our business goals. We've reduced our IT costs by 40% while significantly improving our capabilities and security posture."

Michael Chen
CEO, Manufacturing Company

vCIO FAQ

What is the time commitment per month?

This will vary based on tier and is structured around your needs. It includes strategic planning sessions, vendor meetings, executive briefings, and ongoing consultation. We're flexible with scheduling and can adjust based on your business cycles and priorities. Absolutely. Vendor management is a core part of our vCIO service. We help negotiate contracts, optimize licensing, evaluate new solutions, and manage vendor relationships. Many clients see immediate ROI just from our vendor optimization work, often saving more than our monthly fee in reduced software costs.

Lead your business with a clear tech strategy.

Let's create a technology roadmap that drives growth, reduces costs, and positions your business for the future.