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What Makes a Great Leader in 2025?
In today’s world of artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and constant change, leadership is being redefined. The expectations placed on leaders, across industries and at every level of leadership, are higher than ever. This year, leaders are navigating complexity, uncertainty, and rapid transformation, all while supporting a workforce that has weathered economic downturns, a global pandemic,…
Group Spotlight: Accessibility/508 Shared Service
In honor of July being Disability Pride Month, we wanted to take this opportunity to spotlight a relevant capability area of FMP’s: Accessibility and Section 508 Compliance. We sat down with four members of FMP’s specialized Accessibility/508 team, Beth Chidester, Kayla Reid, Molly VanDorick, and Emma Wright to learn more about how they got started…
AI Implementation: Three Keys to Success
Organizations today are faced with the need to do more with less. They are being asked to be more efficient with their time and more flexible in how they address challenges. In the face of these challenges, organizations are turning to technological tools like AI to evolve with the changing times. Along with identifying ways…
Don’t Build on Hype: Ten Steps to Ground Your AI Policy in Reality
Turns out the movies were right; artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly integrating into our workplaces and soon we will all be reporting to them. Kidding, mostly. In this blog, we will leave the debate about robot conquest to sci-fi films and Reddit threads, and instead we will continue our focus on strategically utilizing AI within…
Your Brain’s Visual Superpowers: Why That Red Dot Grabs Your Attention EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.
Ever notice how your brain instantly spots the red dot in a sea of blue ones? That’s preattentive processing at work! It’s how our brains automatically process visual stuff like colors, shapes, and sizes in a split second—we’re talking less than 250 milliseconds—before we even consciously think about it. This quick-processing superpower evolved because our…
Putting Users First in Government Digital Services
Across many digital initiatives, especially when it comes to large and complex federal agencies and organizations, projects often prioritize technical delivery, compliance, and stakeholder requirements above all else. While each is critical, an essential and frequently neglected component is the user. Whether it’s a public-facing service or an internal tool for government teams, the experience…
AI in the Workplace: A Peek into FMP’s Policy
If you haven’t noticed lately, AI has been in the news. Touted for its ability to increase effectiveness, AI can streamline your operations by automating repetitive tasks, improving productivity, and freeing up employees to focus on higher-value work. This not only saves time, but can reduce the risk of human error. In fact, the interview…
Taking a Byte Out of Inefficiency: How FMP is Using AI to Work Smarter
The nature of work is evolving faster than ever. One of the primary drivers of this transformation is the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). These technologies are reshaping industries, streamlining operations, and enhancing decision-making processes. As these tools become more accessible, organizations must learn to integrate them effectively while being…
Employee Spotlight: Adam Scouse
Today, we’re excited to put the spotlight on Adam Scouse, a Data Visualization Specialist at FMP. Adam is originally from Williamsburg, VA, and has obtained degrees from Virginia Tech, Oregon State University, and North Carolina State University! Read on to learn more about Adam’s background, current work at FMP, and thoughts on use of AI…
What is a Business Analyst?
Did you know that the Woodrow Wilson Bridge is the only bridge that spans across the three jurisdictions of the DMV? It carries the beltway over the Potomac River and a portion of it crosses through DC! The Woodrow Wilson Bridge serves as a critical connection between Virginia and Maryland, allowing travel between the two…