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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.Thank you for being part of the FME Community. We truly appreciate your time and input.

 Hi everyone! 👋 If you’ve been part of the FME Community for a while, you likely know Dmitri Bagh ​(@dmitribagh). Dmitri has been with Safe Software since 2005 and is well known for exploring new and experimental features from a user’s perspective.His latest blog post takes a more personal turn — and it’s a fantastic example of thinking beyond traditional enterprise workflows.The Challenge:After more than a decade of using a Fitbit, Dmitri had accumulated 11 years of wearable data — step counts, floors climbed, resting heart rate, and more. When his device failed earlier this year, he faced a common question:How do you switch platforms without losing your historical data?The Solution:Instead of relying on paid migration services or slow API transfers, Dmitri built a self-service workflow using FME:Exported ~24,000 files of Fitbit data via Google Takeout Processed CSV and JSON data in FME Normalized timestamps and aggregated daily summaries Output yearly JSON files formatted for Apple

Hi all! Welcome to our March FME Community User Spotlight. Every month, we spotlight a user in the community whose active participation and helpful contributions have been invaluable. We’re excited to highlight their experiences and insights!User Spotlight: Carl Von Stetten / ​@cfvonner What company do you currently work for?Central San (Central Contra Costa Sanitary District in Martinez, California)What’s your current job role and title?Lead GIS AnalystTell us more about what you do and how you use FME?I design, implement, and maintain our various Enterprise geodatabases for wastewater collection and treatment.  FME has played a key role in every GIS platform migration or upgrade.  For the past several years, I've been using FME to create integrations between ArcGIS, Cityworks Asset Management, Oracle ERP, Oracle Permitting, SCADA, and other business systems.Why did you join the FME Community?Originally, it was to get help when I was stuck on something.  Now spend more time trying to

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 Leader in the Grid® Report for ETL Tools High Performer in the Enterprise Grid® On-Premise Data IntegrationThese distinctions were earned from your reviews and reflect the meaningful work you’re accomplishing with FME every day.If FME has helped you solve a data challenge or unlock new possibilities, we’d love for you to share your experience here. We also invite you to follow along and join the conversation on our social media channels. Likes, shares, comments, and reposts will help extend our reach.Thanks for helping others discover what FME can do, and for being a part of our FME community!

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, and Airports & Aviation.Missing something? Let us know in the comments - we’re especially interested in hearing about industries or focus areas you’d like to see represented. And if you haven’t joined a SIG yet, click here to get started! 

Hi everyone! 👋There’s nothing quite like the energy of the Olympic Games—the dedication, the precision, and those "photo finish" moments that keep us on the edge of our seats. 😬 Whether it’s the strategy of curling or the high-speed thrill of the downhill slopes, we all have that one event that we simply cannot miss! This week’s Question of the Week: What was your favourite Winter Olympic event to watch? ❄️Was it a classic winter staple, a new breakout sport, or perhaps a moment of incredible teamwork that stood out to you? Share your favourite highlight in the comments! 💡 New to the Question of the Week? Each week, we post a simple but thought-provoking question. It might be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or even a bit of personal history like this one.Every answer you share earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag (a $50 value) — plus points toward community badges!🗓️ Answer all of this month’s Questions of the Week by Mon

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 new opportunities are added.How the FME Talent Exchange Works: Posting Permissions: Currently, only authorized Safe Software partners have posting permissions. Please review the posting guidelines before you create a post. Individual Posts: Each job must be its own separate post (select "Conversation"). Official Links Only: Every post must link to a

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 FME. Knowledge Sharing Exchange ideas and learn how others are solving real-world data challenges. Customer Stories Discover how local organizations are using FME to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and drive their business forward. FME Swag Take home some exclusive FME goodies! Spots are l

Hi everyone! 👋We’re always inspired by the creativity in this community. Last year’s “create your own action figure” trend was such a hit, and we love seeing how you all bring personality and humour into your work. So this week, we’re leaning into that same spirit - with a fun new twist.This week's Question of the Week: If you were an FME caricature, what would you look like?Use your favourite AI tool to generate a caricature of you based on your role, tools, and day-to-day work - then share the result in the comments below!Here’s a starter prompt but feel free to customize it to better match your role, personality, or style: “Create a caricature of me based on my job and everything you know about me. I work as a [your role], and my day-to-day involves [key tools, tasks, or themes]. Include visual elements that represent my work, personality, and environment.”Once you’ve created it, share your image in the comments. Have fun with it and get creative!💡 New to the Question of the Week?

Our CEO ​@donatsafe decided to kick off the year by sharing a custom Google Gemini Gem he recently built.Watch the video to see Vibe Coding with FME Workbench - a sneak peak at how AI and FME are going to take productivity to a completely new level this year.Want to try it yourself? Drop a comment on Don’s LinkedIn post requesting to try it and he’ll send you an invite to try the Gem yourself.

Hi all! Everyone’s career has a starting point — sometimes unexpected, sometimes a little chaotic, and often pretty memorable. Whether it was a short-term gig, a summer job, or the very first step on your professional path, those early roles usually leave a story (or two).This week’s Question of the Week:💭 What was your very first job ever? 🤔It could be something from way back, a part-time job, or even a role that helped spark your interest in what you do today. Share your answer in the comments!💡 New to the Question of the Week?Each week, we post a simple but thought-provoking question. It might be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or even a bit of personal history like this one.Every answer you share earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag (a $50 value) — plus points toward community badges!🗓️ Answer all of this month’s Questions of the Week by February 2nd, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST to be entered into the draw.🎖️ Answer your fi

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 challenges. Customer Stories: See how FME is driving real-world solutions across all industries and get inspired for your own data journey. FME Swag: Fuel y

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 tree in Mark’s memory:https://www.wheatlandfs.com/obituary/Mark-Ireland/1078492/memorial-tree 

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 PSTUtilities & Energy SIG - Focus on UN migration — Register here!Not a part of our SIGs yet? You can request to join any of the Special Interest Groups listed above.Have an idea for a future SIG? Drop your suggestions in the comments—we’d love to hear what topics you’re interested in.Hope to see you there! 😊

Hi all! Welcome to our February FME Community User Spotlight. Every month, we spotlight a user in the community whose active participation and helpful contributions have been invaluable. We’re excited to highlight their experiences and insights!User Spotlight: Carlos Silva / ​@arcvancouver What company do you currently work for?Vancouver Airport AuthorityWhat’s your current job role and title?GIS SpecialistTell us more about what you do and how you use FME?I sling data non-stop! Whether it's downloading and reprojecting aerials for my CAD colleagues and consultants, or creating a spatial view of work orders in the terminal, there's lots to do.Why did you join the FME Community?For answers mostly when my questions are already online! ;)  Probably the best spot to find like-minded FME users that have similar issues or doing things that I’ve not yet tried out.What tips do you have for users on how to get the most out of the FME Community?Test and re-test; lots of different ways to process

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 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 select both “On-Premise Data Integration" and “ETL Tools” to ensure your review captures every part of your FME experience. As a thank-you for your time, you’ll receive a $25 gift card from us!Thanks for helping others discover what FME can do, and for being a part of our FME community!

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 first. He always

Hello and Happy New Year! 👋There’s no single way to use FME — and everyone has a transformer they feel comfortable with in their own way. Whether it’s a longtime favourite or something newer you’ve been experimenting with, your go-to transformer is all part of your FME journey. This week’s Question of the Week:💭 Which transformer do you think you’re strongest with?🏅 🤔It might be a transformer you keep going back to, a new one you’re exploring, or something you’ve been enjoying learning lately. Share your answer in the comments — and feel free to tell us why and how you like to use it!💡 New to the Question of the Week?Each week, we post a simple but thought-provoking question. It could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or even the future of FME.Every answer you share earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag (a $50 value) — plus points toward community badges!🗓️ Answer all of this month’s Questions of the Week by January 31s

Happy New Year! Welcome to our January FME Community User Spotlight. Every month, we spotlight a user in the community whose active participation and helpful contributions have been invaluable. We’re excited to highlight their experiences and insights!User Spotlight: David Runneals / ​@runneals What company do you currently work for?Cultivate GeospatialWhat’s your current job role and title?Sr. GIS ArchitectTell us more about what you do and how you use FME?I use FME to get work done faster. From creating rapid prototypes that can be instantaneously deployed in production to automating data pipelines to helping write python that bulk assigns aliases to fields in SDE, there's not much that I haven't done with FME Form or FME Flow.Why did you join the FME Community?I joined it to share my knowledge and to grow from others.What tips do you have for users on how to get the most out of the FME Community?Ask a question and get several different answers, and it’s typically much faster than us

Is there any chance of getting a search bar added to the forums?  The forums are very useful, but would be even better if we could search on previously written topics

Welcome to our May FME Community User Spotlight! Every month, we’ll be spotlighting a user in the community whose active participation and helpful contributions have been invaluable to the community. We’re excited to highlight their experiences and insights!This month’s spotlight is an FME Community Celebrity… User Spotlight: Takashi Iijima ​@takashi What company do you currently work for? I am a freelancer, not belonging to any company.What’s your current job role and title? FME ConsultantTell us more about what you do and how you use FME? I've been using FME since 2008. At that time, I was working in Pragmatica Inc., which is my own company. It became a partner of Safe Software in 2015. In January 2019, the company joined with Pacific Spatial Solutions Inc. and the company succeeded the position of Safe partner. In the interim, I had been working consistently to spread FME, supporting FME users for about 10 years. But recently, at the end of March 2025, I left the company on good ter

As 2025 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect ✨ From big wins to small moments, there’s a lot to celebrate as we look ahead to 2026.Question of the Week:💭 Before we head into 2026, what’s been the best part of your 2025?Whether it’s an FME win, a work milestone, or a personal highlight, we’d love to hear about it 😊Share your answer below 👇💡 New to the Question of the Week?Each week, we post a simple but thought-provoking question. It could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or even what inspires you beyond work.Every answer you share earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag (a $50 value) — plus points toward community badges!🗓️ Answer all of December’s Questions of the Week by December 31st, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST to be entered into this month’s draw.🎖️ Answer your first question to earn the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge, and keep it up to reach the Socializer (Talker) badge after five answers!

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 profile photo (top right) > Settings > fill out your About Me section.Prefer not to share some of this information?No problem — just email community@safe.com and we’ll help get your profile approved.Thanks for taking a moment to complete your profile! 🌟

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 its geospatial roots to become the only All-Data, Any-AI integration platform, giving organizations the ability to connect all of their data, applications, and AI technologies. As the market moves toward consolidation and lock-in, we’re taking the opposite approach by giving our customers the power of choice. With FME, organizations have the freedom to integrate and automate how their