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Celebrating the Year of the Snake! ✨ Happy Lunar New Year from all of us at FDM. #WeAreFDM #LunarNewYear #YearOfTheSnake

🔐 Data Privacy Day is here—a reminder to reflect on how we protect our personal information online. #WeAreFDM #DataPrivacyDay

"Since starting my client assignment as an IT Operations Analyst, my role has expanded. A big part of my job now is identifying potential issues early on, so that we can fix them before they escalate into larger problems." It’s fantastic to see our consultants excelling on client projects and being recognised for their outstanding achievements. Congratulations to Shi Yang Phua, our January Consultant of the Month winner in Singapore! 👏 "My team makes sure critical banking applications like digital banking, online brokerage systems, and appointment booking services are up and running 24/7. We focus on maintaining availability, supporting tech changes, and quickly addressing any unexpected issues to minimise downtime." “During my assignment, I’ve been able to effectively apply the expertise I gained in the FDM's Skills Lab. Basics of Unix and SQL have been crucial for troubleshooting and resolving platform issues within the Service Level Agreement. What I learned from ITIL 4 has also made it easier to handle incidents, improve processes, and provide reliable support." #WeAreFDM #ConsultantOfTheMonth

“During my client assignment, I've helped facilitate workshops for some major projects, collaborating with diverse teams to develop an efficient solutions for everyone." Join us in congratulating Oliver Trumble, our January Consultant of the Month winner in Australia, who has been recognised for his dedication and ability to deliver impactful results on client assignment 🏆 "I joined the Data & Analytics Practice in 2023 and started my assignment later that year. The SQL sprint was a key part of my coaching, giving me the essential skills I needed to immediately contribute to projects during my client work." "As a Technical Business Analyst, I analyse business requirements and turn them into technical solutions, while ensuring effective communication between stakeholders and technical teams. By becoming proficient in the systems used by my team, I’ve taken on additional responsibilities and leveraged my technical expertise to support stakeholders across various projects." #WeAreFDM #ConsultantOfTheMonth

"The pod’s structure brought together people from diverse backgrounds to share their input and expertise. It taught us to listen, incorporate unique ideas, and focus on feasible solutions for the project." Our consultants work in dynamic Agile Pods, solving real-world challenges in practical, outcome-driven projects. By tackling client scenarios in an Agile Sprint framework, they build hands-on expertise and a versatile skill set to thrive in their roles. Reshveny Sanmugam, part of the Change & Transformation Practice, shares her experience working in our pods 💬 "I worked on AIDEN, a generative assistant tool for creating product backlogs, primarily used by Business Analysts and Software Developers. In the pod project, I was both a Business Analyst and a Tester. I communicated new requirements to my team, managed JIRA board and tested new developments in the software tool." "FDM has provided us with an avenue to upskill on the profession that we chose and are proactive in giving feedback on how we could become better in our career." #WeAreFDM #AgilePods #BusinessAnalysis

Get ready to 𝘊𝘵𝘳𝘭-𝘈𝘭𝘵-𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦 your doubts and 𝘌𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 your tech career. Our Tech Unboxed Series has just landed with 4 webinars to help you level up in the tech world. 💼 Get a look into the life of a Software Engineer. Our consultants will share how they entered this space, their day-to-day responsibilities and the pathways available in the field. 💻 Learn how you can use AI to boost your chances of landing an interview in today’s competitive job market. 🐍 Master the fundamentals of Python and start building your coding skills—no prior experience needed. 🎓 Discover why FDM's Graduate Programme is not just your average grad programme. Get a sneak peek into our Skills Lab, Consultant Experience, and the support system that sets us apart from the rest. Build essential tech skills, explore exciting career opportunities, and stand out from the crowd. Book your spot now: https://bit.ly/40vllFH #WeAreFDM #TechCareers #SoftwareEngineering

New year, bold ideas and standout pitches. In our Singapore Skills Lab, consultants currently upskilling joined forces to present innovative pod project ideas to our COO, Sheila Flavell CBE, and the wider team. Here’s a peek at the pitches: 💳 Credit Card Optimiser: recommending the best credit cards for rewards. 📈 Financial Goals Planner: helping you set and achieve financial aspirations. 🎮 Agile Project Simulator: interactive learning for agile project management. 📊 Financial Markets Dashboard: delivering real-time market insight 🛍️ Personal Shopping Assistant: your ultimate e-commerce companion. Well done to all the teams for their impressive ideas and presentation skills. Special thanks you to our consultants Lee Novi and Minny Lim for sharing their experience on client assignment and their journey with FDM. #WeAreFDM #TechInnovation #TechCareers

"The coaching I received at FDM's Skills Lab has been key in my role on client assignment. I've applied the skills I gained to improve data accessibility, automate processes, enhance strategic planning and drive data-led decisions across departments." 👏 We love celebrating the incredible achievements of our consultants. Huge congrats to Aaran Fitzgerald Bradley, one of our January Consultant of the Month winner in the UK and EMEA, who's working as Transformation SME for one of our banking clients. "Since starting my assignment, my role has evolved from enhancing reporting to advising senior leadership on dashboards, data strategy, and operational efficiency. My work now influences multiple departments and sets benchmarks for data-driven decision-making." Some of his key achievements include: ✅ Pioneered Power BI Dashboards for 600+ FTEs, providing leadership with real-time insights. ✅ Automated data workflows, reducing manual processes and improving accessibility across multiple departments. ✅ Created a headcount dashboard that streamlined timesheet tracking, cutting a 6-hour task to low-effort maintenance. ✅ Integrated data from six sources into a single dashboard, replacing manual reports. ✅ Contributed to senior leadership discussions, shaping data strategy. ✅ Inspired HR and Strategic Resource Management to adopt Power BI solutions, promoting data-driven efficiency. #WeAreFDM #ConsultantOfTheMonth

"Adaptability is one of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned. The ability to navigate new challenges and tackling unfamiliar projects is just as important as technical skills." 🏆 Congratulations to Zainab Bikar, one of our January Consultant on the Month winners in the UK. Zainab was recognised by her line managers for going above and beyond in her role. "Transitioning from graduate to consultant was challenging, but FDM’s guidance set me up for success. Coaching in DevOps, Full Stack, and Cloud Engineering in the Skills Lab gave me versatile technical skills, while also boosting my confidence—a key factor in my growth on client site." "Recently, I contributed to a large-scale project for the client, creating a new data flow feed between Google Cloud regions, managing stakeholders, and implementing complex features. I also volunteered to train new joiners, delivering virtual sessions across the UK, India, and China on GCP, SQL, and GitHub. As part of the Consultant Peer Support Programme, I represent my FDM colleagues on client site and help create a collaborative work environment." #WeAreFDM #ConsultantOfTheMonth

"Working in a pod allowed me to experience Agile development firsthand with a team of developers, preparing me for client assignments." Our consultants work in dynamic Agile Pods, solving real-world challenges in with practical projects focused on outcomes. By tackling client scenarios in an Agile Sprint framework, they build hands-on expertise and a versatile skill set to thrive in their roles. Nadiah Ismail, part of the Software Engineering Practice, shares her experience working in our pods 💬 📱 "My pod project involved developing a food delivery app in React Native and Java Spring, with enhanced AI features to elevate user experience. I was in charge of designing the first iteration of the user interface, as well as the cart features, payment processing, and order status updates." "Our team split the project by features, and each developer handled both front-end and back-end. This approach made integration testing smoother and sped up development." #WeAreFDM #AgilePods #SoftwareEngineering