Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Diversity and Inclusion
• Social Mobility
• Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced emissions intensity by 27%
• Considerable reduction in staff business travel
• Opened new Academy in carbon-neutral Barangaroo development, Sydney

Social Achievements

• Continued investment in training Academies
• Over 900 university events attended
• Launched a new Buy As You Earn share plan for all employees
• Increased Getting Back to Business headcount by 14%
• Improved gender pay gap (median -1.7%, mean 1.3%)
• Numerous awards received for diversity and inclusion initiatives

Governance Achievements

• Fully adopted the 2018 UK Corporate Governance Code
• Appointed two new Non-Executive Directors
• Enhanced employee engagement
• Improved Board diversity (33% women)

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Challenging conditions in certain markets (Brexit uncertainty)
• Reduced demand from UK Government Ministerial Departments
• Ongoing investment costs in Sydney Academy
• Potential impact of Coronavirus on operations

Mitigation Strategies

• Flexible business model
• Diversification of client base and service offerings
• Strong cash and financial position
• Business continuity plan updated for Coronavirus
• Continued investment in training and talent development

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking policy, due diligence on key suppliers

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Goal 5: Gender Equality
• Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Initiatives supporting career development, gender equality, and environmental sustainability

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• Social Mobility Employer Index Top 75
• JobCrowd Top 100 Companies for Graduates
• Women in Tech Female Grad Tech Employer of the Year
• Military Times Best for Vets Employer
• Numerous other awards

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Diversity and Inclusion
• Social Mobility
• Environmental Sustainability
• Employee Wellbeing

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced global emissions by 52% (888 tCO2e in 2020 vs 1,836 tCO2e in 2019), achieving an average impact of 3.3 tCO2e per £million revenue (vs 6.8 tCO2e in 2019). This reduction is attributed to significant reductions in travel and other office emissions due to COVID-19 restrictions.
• Switched electricity supply to 100% renewable energy at several sites (Glasgow, Leeds, Brighton, Frankfurt, and London from January 2021).
• Reduced paper consumption by 82% year-on-year due to the introduction of a new paperless timesheet and billing system.

Social Achievements

• Ranked in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2020: Top 75.
• Launched Employee Networks to foster inclusivity and provide support.
• Implemented initiatives to ensure employee wellbeing during the pandemic, including surveys and a social collaboration platform (Yammer).
• Continued to support the Ex-Forces and Returners programmes.
• Held 200 learning events with 1,447 participants, including diversity and inclusion training.

Governance Achievements

• Maintained robust corporate governance in line with the 2018 UK Corporate Governance Code.
• Expanded engagement with employees and institutional shareholders.
• Implemented a new Directors’ Remuneration Policy (to be approved at the AGM).

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic impacting new Mountie placements, onboarding delays, and early termination of some placements.
• Increased number of unallocated ('beached') Mounties.
• Reduced client demand in some sectors.
• Macro-economic uncertainty and potential global economic downturn.

Mitigation Strategies

• Successfully transitioned to remote working and training.
• Flexed recruitment in response to changing client demand.
• Implemented new processes to manage and retrain 'beached' Mounties (Agile Pods).
• Maintained a robust balance sheet and strong cash position.
• Developed new service offerings and training innovations.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Pre-contract due diligence process with new suppliers.
• Standard contractual clauses reinforcing compliance with FDM’s policies and values.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR), GRI, UN Women’s Empowerment Principles (UNWEP)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 4 (Quality Education)
• Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
• Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
• Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)

FDM's initiatives contribute to these goals through inclusive recruitment, diversity and inclusion programs, sustainable business practices, and employee development.

Awards & Recognition

• Social Mobility Employer Index 2020: Top 75
• CBE awarded to Sheila Flavell
• Computer Weekly’s ‘Most Influential Women in UK tech’ Hall of Fame – Sheila Flavell
• Other awards listed in the report

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Social Mobility
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Climate Change
• Employee Wellbeing
• Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 30% (location-based) and 31% (market-based) compared to 2020. Scope 1 emissions reduced by 27%, Scope 2 by 12%, and Scope 3 by 47%.
• Switched Cottons Centre (London) to 100% renewable electricity from July 1, 2021.
• Significant reduction in paper usage due to new timesheet and billing system.

Social Achievements

• Ranked in Social Mobility Foundation Employer Index 2021 Top 75.
• Received numerous awards recognizing diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• UK mean gender pay gap of 0.5% (2020: 0.4%), median gender pay gap of -9.6% (2020: -2.1%).
• Introduced paid Mountie training in the UK from July 2021.
• Enhanced all-employee Buy As You Earn share plan.

Governance Achievements

• Met Hampton-Alexander Review target for women on the board (33%).
• Strengthened efforts to reduce environmental impact and develop response to climate-related risks and opportunities.
• Developed Carbon Reduction Plan (to be published in first half of 2022).

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Pandemic-related disruptions and challenges.
• Balancing supply and demand of Mountie resources.
• Increased risk of cyber-attacks.
• Climate change impacts (physical and transition risks).

Mitigation Strategies

• Agile business model and remote working capabilities.
• Robust recruitment and training processes.
• Strong IT security measures and Business Continuity Plan.
• Carbon Reduction Plan, diversification of client base and geographies, and development of skills to help clients address climate change challenges.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Pre-contract due diligence on key suppliers to ensure compliance with anti-slavery and human trafficking policies.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather, rising sea levels

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes, market shifts

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products and services, helping clients transition to renewable energy.

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD, SECR, UN SDGs

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 4 (Quality Education)
• Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
• Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
• Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
• Goal 13 (Climate Action)

FDM's initiatives contribute to these goals through inclusive recruitment, diversity and inclusion programs, sustainable business practices, and climate action initiatives.

Awards & Recognition

• Social Mobility Foundation Employer Index 2021: Top 75
• The JobCrowd Top 50 Companies For Graduates To Work For 2021
• British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2021 – Employer of the Year
• Other awards listed on page 5

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate change
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Social Mobility
• Employee Wellbeing
• Responsible Supply Chain

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions per employee to 0.48 tCO2e (2021: 0.49 tCO2e)
• Frankfurt centre electricity sourced from 100% renewable energy

Social Achievements

• Established a new Consultant Experience team focused on career enhancement and community
• Improved ranking in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2022
• Launched a Technology Traineeship program in Australia
• Increased investment in Ex-Forces and Returners programs
• Increased investment in apprenticeships program

Governance Achievements

• Climate-related financial disclosures aligned with TCFD recommendations
• SBTi validated carbon reduction targets
• Achieved a B rating from CDP

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Macro-economic uncertainty in several operating regions
• Increased competition for talent
• Cybersecurity threats
• Balancing supply and demand of Consultant resource

Mitigation Strategies

• Robust planning, budgeting, and forecasting
• Flexible business model
• Strong balance sheet and significant cash balances
• Investment in recruitment and development programs
• Enhanced cybersecurity and information safeguarding capabilities
• Flexible training model
• Resource management meetings
• Diversification of customer base and service offerings

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Pre-contract due diligence process with new suppliers
• Standard contractual clauses to reinforce compliance with policies and values

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Riverine flood risk

Transition Risks

• Increased cost of capital
• Transitioning to low emissions technology
• Risk of non-compliance with environmental regulation

Opportunities

• Opportunities in climate-related consulting
• Energy savings
• Renewable energy
• Increased competitive advantage in the market

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD, SBTi, CDP

Certifications: ISO 27001 (IT Security)

Third-party Assurance: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 4 (Quality Education)
• Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
• Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
• Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
• Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
• Goal 13 (Climate Action)

FDM's initiatives contribute to these goals through inclusive recruitment and training, promotion of gender equality, sustainable business practices, and commitment to reducing carbon emissions.

Awards & Recognition

• Australian HR Awards Finalist
• Australia’s Top 100 Graduate Employer
• Defence Employer Recognition Scheme – Gold Award
• Military Times: Best for Vets Employers 2022 (USA)
• Vets Indexes Recognized Employer (USA)
• Nottingham Trent University: Industry Placement Provider of the Year Winner 2021/22
• West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards: Diversity & Inclusion Award Winner 2022
• GradConnection’s Top100 (Hong Kong)
• UK Social Mobility Awards: Recruitment Programme of the Year 2022 (Finalist/Silver award)
• GradConnection’s Top100 (Australia)
• Social Mobility Employer Index – The Top 75

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Social Mobility
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Gender Equality
• Climate Change
• Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

• Improved data collection on Scope 3 emissions from suppliers, resulting in more accurate reporting.

Social Achievements

• Improved ranking in the Social Mobility Foundation Employer Index (34th in 2023, up from 48th in 2022).
• Launched various initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, including Women in Tech Wednesdays, She Lives Tech initiative, and IamRemarkable sessions.

Governance Achievements

• Continued compliance with the 2018 UK Corporate Governance Code.
• Review of the 2024 UK Corporate Governance Code and consideration of its implications.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Challenging market conditions due to macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties, leading to reduced client demand and Consultant placements.
• Increased number of undeployed Consultants due to reduced client demand.

Mitigation Strategies

• Reduced Consultant recruitment and training.
• Active management of undeployed Consultants through reskilling, training in Skills Labs, and development of the Consultant Career Framework.
• Strong focus on cash management and collection.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Due diligence on key suppliers to ensure compliance with anti-slavery and human trafficking policies.
• Standard contractual clauses to reinforce sustainability requirements.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Riverine flood risk

Transition Risks

• Risk of not meeting Scope 1 and 2 targets
• Cost of carbon pricing
• Risk of failing to meet stakeholder expectations

Opportunities

• Opportunities in climate-related consulting
• Energy savings
• Renewable energy
• Increased competitive advantage

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD

Certifications: Tech Industry Gold (for ten training programs)

Third-party Assurance: PwC

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 4 (Quality Education)
• Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
• Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
• Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
• Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
• Goal 13 (Climate Action)

FDM's initiatives contribute to these goals through inclusive recruitment, training programs, promotion of social mobility, environmental sustainability efforts, and commitment to reducing carbon emissions.

Awards & Recognition

• Ranked 34th in Social Mobility Foundation Employer Index.
• FTSE4Good Index constituent.
• Various other awards and recognitions (listed on page 7).