FDM Group

At the core of our mission is fostering a strong sense of community and culture, uniting our teams together. Last week, our Austin team, representing Sales, Consultant Experience, and Legal, came together for a lively and fun-filled pickleball social. It was the perfect opportunity to strengthen connections and elevate team spirit. #WeAreFDM #Austin #Community

ONE WEEK TO GO ⌛ Leeds Digital Fest: Unlock your business potential through apprenticeships. Join us on 24 September at our Leeds Centre for an expert-led panel discussion. Discover how apprenticeships can drive growth, boost staff retention and increase workforce motivation. We'll cover everything from integrating apprenticeships into your business to the critical need for digital skills in Leeds. Plus, hear first hand experiences from employers and apprentices. Arrive at 12pm for a complimentary lunch and networking before the discussion kicks off at 12:30pm. Last chance to sign up here: https://bit.ly/46Ika8M #WeAreFDM #Apprentices #LDF2024

Final week to register! 🕛 Think you know Generative AI? Well put it to test! It’s time to unlock AI’s full potential to boost your efficiency and elevate your learning game! Join us for a deep dive into mastering Generative AI. Learn how to craft the perfect resume, ace those interviews, and harness AI to turbocharge your self-learning, spark creativity, and skyrocket productivity. 🚀 Get hands-on with the latest AI tools and platforms that will help you stand out and shine in the competitive job market. 📅 Thursday, 19 September, 12pm - 1:30pm AEST | 2pm - 3:30pm NZST https://bit.ly/46XovVC #WeAreFDM #GenerativeAI #Webinar #InterviewSkills

Unlock the potential of apprenticeships with our latest blog. Discover how apprenticeships can enhance your business by closing skills gaps, increasing retention, and diversifying your workforce. 🔓 Want to dive deeper? Join us on Tuesday, 24 September, from 12pm-1:30pm at the FDM Leeds Centre for our event, 'Unlock Potential: Your Business and Apprenticeships,' during Leeds Digital Fest. Sign up now: https://bit.ly/46Ika8M Read the full blog: https://bit.ly/4dZIlSP #WeAreFDM #LDF2024 #Apprentices #Talent #CareerDevelopment

Unlock the power of experience and diversity with FDM's Returners Programme. To date, we've helped over 500 professionals get back to work after a career break, allowing businesses to bridge critical skills gaps. Join us at Dive In Festival from 24–26 September, where this year's theme, 'A Sustainable Future: The Next 10 Years,' will highlight how inclusive and diverse cultures are not just a business necessity, but a key driver for long-term success. Discover how returners can enhance your workforce with their expertise and fresh perspectives. Ready to hire top talent? Read more about how hiring returners makes business sense here: https://bit.ly/3XH7b4n #WeAreFDM #Returners #DiveIn #DiveIn2024 #DiveIn10Years #DiveInFestival

Today is National #CodingWeek 💻 Fun Fact: The term "bug" in programming originated in 1947 when engineers found a real moth causing issues in the Mark II computer at Harvard University. They "debugged" the machine by removing the moth, and the term stuck! #WeAreFDM #NationalCodingWeek #Code 

Our consultant Shriya Sriram joined FDM in June 2023 and has since been making strides as a Business Analyst at a global retail brand. She has worked on diverse projects, from data model development to database migration and is currently involved in an end-to-end regression test project, gaining valuable insights into back end flows and processes. At FDM, she honed her skills in SQL, Microsoft Excel and the Software Development Lifecycle, which have been essential in her role. She notes, "FDM provided me with the opportunities and feedback needed to refine my skills and transition smoothly from university to the professional world." As her company explores AI to modernise retail, she is excited about its potential to transform the industry. "AI can reshape the retail experience, from optimising inventory management to offering personalised product recommendations." Read our latest blog to learn how AI is transforming #retail and how FDM empowers talents like Shriya to excel with cutting-edge technologies. #WeAreFDM #AIinRetail #AIReadiness #DigitalTransformation

Meet our speakers for our upcoming event: Powering the people behind risk management and financial crime risk: A winning practice being hosted at our New York Center on October 2, 2024. Our expert speakers will present solutions to industry challenges, offering valuable insights and practical takeaways. We will explore how financial institutions make substantial investments in regulatory projects, highlighting the crucial role of resourcing and having the right skill sets within your team. By focusing on the right skills development, you can effectively balance business needs with risk constraints. Our speakers: Moderator: Pierre-Antoine Boulat, former CEO of UBS, Fund Services (Luxembourg) SA, current Risk, Regulation & Compliance Lead, FDM Group - Benjamin Schofield - SVP, Sr Risk Director, Citizens Bank - Joseph Giunta - Head of Operations – Protego Trust - Marilou Rozé Bianchi, MSc. - Head of Referential AMER & Coordination & Support - BNPP - Spencer O'Leary (including relevance for ActiveOps) – CEO ActiveOps Find out more and register here: https://bit.ly/3B0ymya #WeAreFDM #RRC #AntiFinancialCrime #NYC

With the rising costs of university and increasing demand for specialised skills in Australia, more businesses are embracing non-traditional pathways to talent. Tony Nguyen’s story highlights the success of the KPMG Australia Technology and Business Traineeship Pathway, in collaboration with FDM, offering school leavers hands-on experience, a qualification and no debt. By investing in practical, skills based programs, businesses not only address talent shortages but also foster diversity and create a stronger, more dynamic workforce. Is your business already tapping into this new talent pipeline? To read Tony’s full story, head over to the The Australian Financial Review 🔗 https://bit.ly/4d5MO5f #WeAreFDM #KPMG

We're thrilled to recognize this year’s #WomenInTechWednesday nominee for Canada, Abasibiangake James 🎉 Abasibiangake’s journey with FDM is a true testament to continuous learning and passion for technology. Starting in FDM’s Software Engineering Practice, she sharpened her skills in both development and testing. Recently, she secured a role as a Java Developer with a large financial client, where she’ll apply her expertise in Java, using the skills she's honed through FDM’s Skill Lab, working on relevant bank-related projects. Her curiosity doesn’t stop there. Abasibiangake has explored tech trends like AI and big data, diving into AI tools like TensorFlow and GitHub Copilot. Attending Toronto’s Collision Conference, where FDM partnered with Microsoft, further expanded her knowledge of Gen AI and data-driven advancements. Looking forward, Abasibiangake plans to pursue Microsoft and AWS certifications to stay ahead in tech and integrate AI into her projects, both on client assignment and personally. Keep shining, Abasibiangake. Your dedication and drive are inspiring. #WeAreFDM 👩🏻💻 #WomenInTech #AI #CareerGrowth