Announcements

Don’t miss out on a morning with the FME community in Utrecht, Netherlands!Join Safe Software and fellow data professionals on Monday, May 18, 2026 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM for the FME Breakfast of Champions at the Crowne Plaza Utrecht - Central Station by IHG.Whether you're a longtime FME user or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with peers, hear real-world stories from local users, and enjoy a complimentary breakfast on us.What to Expect:Breakfast & Networking Meet and connect with data professionals in your area and chat directly with the Safe Software team. Get the Latest on FME Hear about recent updates, practical tips, and insights to help you get even more out of FME.

AI is evolving fast - and we know the FME community is already pushing boundaries. That’s why we’ve created a dedicated space for you to explore, experiment, and collaborate on all things AI + FME.Whether you're just getting started or already building with tools like AI Assist, MCP, or Agent-to-Agent workflows, the FME Special Interest Group: AI is for you.What you’ll find inside:Real-world use cases and ideas from the Safe team and the community Hands-on experimentation and practical insights Direct connection with other builders and the Safe Software team A space to ask questions, share wins (and failures), and learn togetherThis isn’t about polished demos - i

We’d love to invite you to share your experience on G2!G2 is a trusted software review platform used by over 100 million professionals annually to make smarter software decisions based on trusted peer reviews. By sharing how you use FME and the value it brings to your work, you’re helping others discover what’s possible.How to participate: Leave your review on G2 here. It only takes about 5 minutes, and your feedback makes a big difference.  When asked, “For which purposes do you use FME Platform?”, be sure to

Hi FME Community, We’ve recently received feedback that some users are experiencing confusion around email preferences, with users reporting that they accidentally unsubscribed from all Safe Software emails when they meant to opt out of only certain types of communications. The good news is you don’t have to choose between all or nothing. Rather than unsubscribing from everything, you can hand-select exactly what you’d like to hear from us across Product, Marketing, and Sales updates, and update those preferences at any time.Here’s How:Step 1: Scroll to the bottom of any email from Safe Software. Step 2: Select the middle

Get ready for a great morning with the FME community in London!Join Safe Software and fellow data professionals on Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM for the FME Breakfast of Champions at the Conrad London St. James.Whether you're a longtime FME user or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with peers, hear real-world stories from local users, and enjoy a complimentary breakfast on us.What to Expect:Breakfast & Networking Meet and connect with data professionals in your area and chat directly with the Safe Software team. Get the Latest on FME Hear about recent updates, practical tips, and insights to help you get even more out of FME.

Last week, we kicked off our 2026 FME Breakfast of Champions series in Ottawa.We’ve been hosting this series since 2024 as a spin-off of the World Tour, creating space for FME users of all levels to come together in person. What started as an idea has now grown to 13+ cities across North America and Europe (and counting).Bringing people together over breakfast creates space to share ideas, learn what’s new in FME, and see how it’s driving real-world impact. One of the things that makes these events special is that we always have customers presenting - grounding the conversation in real use cases, real challenges, and real impact.In Ottawa, we heard from:✈️ Robyn Lane (NAV Ca

If you’ve started using FME anytime in the last six months, your experience is exactly what we’re hoping to learn from.Those early days with a new tool are when things are freshest - what felt intuitive, what created friction, and what would have made it easier to get up and running. We’re using this insight to improve the onboarding experience for new FME users.We’ve put together a short survey (under 10 minutes) to capture your feedback. Your responses go directly to the team working on these improvements.Take the quick survey by January 16, 2026.By completing the survey, you’ll earn an FME Community badge and 5 reputation points.Your perspective will help shape a smoother experience for future users - and for you as FME continues to evolve.Than

We’ve got some exciting news to share, and it’s all thanks to you. FME has been recognized as a Leader in G2’s Spring 2026 Reports for On-Premise Data Integration and ETL Tools! This spring, FME earned Leader badges across 7 grids and was featured in a total of 23 G2 reports. Notably, FME received recognition as a:Leader in the Grid® Report for On-Premise Data Integration

Hi everyone! 👋Our community is growing, and we want to make sure you have dedicated spaces to connect with peers who work in similar industries. We’re exploring the creation of new Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and would love your input on which industries matter most to you.Below are a few sectors we’re considering for future SIGs. Cast your vote for the group you’d be most excited to join—or the one you think the community needs next!What’s a SIG?A Special Interest Group (SIG) is a smaller, focused space within the FME Community where members connect around a shared industry or domain. Today, we have SIGs for Utilities & Energy, Local Government

We’re excited to pull back the curtain on a brand-new FME Community space: The FME Talent Exchange. You will need to be logged into your FME Community account to access the page.This forum was created in direct response to feedback from our customers and partners who told us they needed a better way to find people with FME expertise. Whether you are looking for your next career move or looking to grow your team, this is the place to start. The Talent Exchange is new and actively growing, so you can expect additional job postings to appear over the coming weeks as more partners begin sharing roles. We encourage you to check back regularly as

Mark your calendar and get ready for a great morning with the FME community in Houston!Join Safe Software and fellow data professionals on Tuesday, April 7 from 8:30–11:30 am for the FME Breakfast of Champions at the Hyatt Regency Houston West in Houston, TX.Whether you're a longtime FME user or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with peers, hear real-world stories from local users, and enjoy a complimentary breakfast on us.What to Expect:Breakfast & Networking Meet and connect with data professionals in your area and chat directly with the Safe Software team. Get the Latest on FME Hear about recent updates, practical tips, and insights to help you get even more out of

Save the date and get ready for an inspiring morning with the FME community in Ottawa! Join Safe Software and fellow data professionals on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 8:30–11:30 am for the FME Breakfast of Champions at the Fairmont Château Laurier in downtown Ottawa.Whether you're a longtime user or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with peers, hear real-world solutions from local enthusiasts, and enjoy a delicious breakfast on us.What to Expect: Breakfast & Networking: Build connections with fellow FME users and industry experts, and chat directly with the Safe team. Get the Latest on FME: Meet the team behind the platform, including CEO and Co-Founder Don Murray, to get insights on the latest features. Knowledge Sharing: Exchange ideas and learn new ways to leverage FME to solve your toughest data ch

Hi everyone! 👋We’re excited to kick off a new series of “Community 101” posts here in the FME Community! Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing quick, bite-sized insights about the community - things you might not know but that can help you get more value, faster, whether you’re just joining us or have been around for a while.Each post will highlight one feature, space, or opportunity in the community, along with links and tips so you can dive deeper when you’re ready. Keep an eye out for posts in the Question of the Week forum! 🎉

It is with profound respect and deep sadness that we honour the life and legacy of Mark Ireland, a cherished colleague, visionary, and true champion of the FME community.Mark was more than Safe Software’s FME Evangelist. He shaped how we connect, educate, and inspire FME users around the world. Over more than two decades at Safe, Mark’s creativity, kindness, and unending curiosity helped shape not only our products and community initiatives, but also the culture of collaboration that defines FME today.In his honour, friends and family have created an opportunity to plant memorial trees as a living tribute that will grow and flourish, just as Mark’s legacy continues to do.🌳 Learn more or plant a tr

Hey Community! 👋We’re getting ready to host our next round of Special Interest Group (SIG) virtual meetups, and we’d love for you to join us. These sessions are a great opportunity to connect with peers, share ideas, and dive into topics that matter most to your work.Here’s what’s coming up:Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 8:00 am PSTLocal Government SIG - Focus on public safety — Register here!Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 10:00 am PSTAirports & Aviation SIG — Register here!Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 8:00 am PST

We’d love to invite you to share your experience on G2!G2 is a trusted software review platform, helping millions of users make confident software decisions through verified peer reviews.Your voice can make a meaningful difference! By sharing how you use FME and the value it brings to your work, you’re helping others discover what’s possible.How to participate:Leave your review on G2

It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Mark Ireland.Mark has been a cornerstone at Safe for 23 years. From his very first day, he stepped into the role of FME Evangelist. A role he invented. He ran with it and turned it into something far greater than a job title. We learned early on that the best way to "manage" Mark was simply to let him be Mark and watch him create magic. We gave him the space to blaze his own trail, and watching him work within that freedom was nothing short of magic and brought many smiles to all of our faces and to the faces of our customers.Mark’s ingenuity was unmatched. Whether he was crafting the "12 Days of FME," leading a webinar with his trademark wit, or solving a complex puzzle for a user, he did it with a spirit of joy that defined our culture. He proved that you can drive incredible success and growth by simply being kind, being creative, and putting people

Hi everyone! If you’re new to the FME Community, or you haven’t updated your profile yet, this is your reminder to complete your About Me section. This quick step is required before account approvals. Completing your profile helps us reduce spam and keeps the FME Community safe, helpful, and engaging for everyone.By completing your profile, you’ll unlock the ability to: 💬 Ask and answer questions in the Forums 🤝 Get support from fellow FME users and experts 🎉 Participate in contests and join Community discussions 📰 Stay updated on all things FME What to include in your About Me: Name Location Organization + Role Areas of Expertise A fun fact about you (optional!) How to update your profile:Log in > Click your pro

We’re proud to share that for the sixth consecutive year, Safe Software has been included in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Data Integration Tools!In this year’s report, Safe Software is positioned highest in execution and furthest in vision within the Niche Player quadrant. This reflects our deep expertise and commitment to serving industries where data diversity, complexity, and spatial intelligence are critical. We also continue to prove that niche doesn’t mean limitation. Safe Software is pushing past boundaries by expanding what data integration can do. The FME Platform has evolved well beyond

We had so many great webinar moments this year, and now we want to hear yours. From "aha" moments to practical tips, we’d love to know which part of our 2025 webinars made an impact on you.Share your favourite moment from 2025 to win!Post on LinkedIn sharing your favourite Safe webinar from 2025, tag @safesoftware, and use the hashtag #SafeWebinarsWrapped for a chance to win a $25 gift card. There will be 4 winners chosen at random.The contest runs from December 2 until December 15 at 11:59pm PT. Winners will be announced on December 16, 2025. 

Thank you to everyone who completed our FME Community 2025 User Survey!We asked and you answered! Thank you to everyone who took the time to share your thoughts in the 2025 FME Community User Survey. Your feedback helps us better understand what matters most to you and how we can keep improving your community experience.Your insights shape the future of the FME Community. From guiding improvements, learning resources, engagement opportunities, and the overall user experience, here’s a look at what you shared and how it’s helping us plan the next chapter of the community.Key FindingsHundreds of members from around the world shared their perspectives, revealing an engaged and knowledgeable user base that continues to grow.

The countdown is on! Our annual 12 Days of FME Contest kicks off tomorrow, and we’re launching the adventure live in a special webinar.Join the Live Launch Webinar Tomorrow: November 26, 2025Be there as we unveil this year’s 12 Days of FME theme: the legend of Greenbeard, the notorious pirate lizard whose long-lost treasure awaits discovery. Your quest: follow clues, solve puzzles, and place your flags on the map to uncover the treasure’s hiding place. The closer your guess, the bigger the prize!But that’s not all - we’ll also sha

We’re excited to launch a new community initiative — Webinar of the Month! 🎉 Each month, we’ll feature one upcoming webinar right here in the FME Community. These posts are your space to:Share what you’re most excited to learn Discuss takeaways after the session Connect with others who attendedOur goal is to spark conversation, highlight great learning opportunities, and help you get even more out of every FME webinar experience.⚓ November Webinar of the Month: 12 Days of FME – The Hunt is On!🗓️ Date: November 26, 2025🔗 Register here: Join the WebinarJoin the Community team to launch the 12 Days of FME Annual Winter Contest! Uncover the legend of Greenbeard, the pirate liza

Hey Community! GIS Day is November 19th! Let’s celebrate with the FME Community. GIS Day is a global celebration dedicated to recognizing and inspiring others about the power of spatial data. 😀 🎉Any post or comment you make between 12:00 am and 11:59 pm PST on November 19th will automatically earn you the GIS Day 2025 Community badge 🏅 

🏴‍☠️ Ahoy, FME Community! The 12 Days of FME Contest returns on November 26th, and this year we’re embarking on a Treasure Hunt Adventure! Join fellow adventurers in the quest to uncover where Greenbeard’s treasure lies buried. Each day brings a new opportunity to chart your guess, with 12 chances to play, plus bonus opportunities earned through fun challenges, puzzles, and hidden clues.🎁 Prizes await the cleverest treasure hunters! Those who come closest to Greenbeard’s loot will take home rewards. Want to be part of the official kickoff? Set your compass for the live launch webinar, where we’ll reveal all the details, hints, and surprises to help you on your quest:👉 T