FME FAQ

FME Form is your essential tool for building data integration and processing scripts. It allows you to create workflows, integrate data from various sources, and validate information. On the other hand, FME Flow provides robust computing power to execute these scripts efficiently. You can either launch your scripts directly in FME Form or publish them in FME Flow and automate their execution. To leverage FME Flow’s capabilities, you’ll need FME Form to build your scripts. However, gaining access to FME Flow is possible by commissioning us to create the required scripts for your specific needs.

FME Integration Platform is renowned for its extensive support of over 450 data sources, including different formats, applications, databases, and BI systems.

FME is the best existing tool for handling spatial data, including vectors, rasters, 3D data, aerial photos, satellite imagery, and more. It’s equally effective in managing non-spatial data such as tables, spreadsheets, text files, and databases.

With each new version of FME, additional data formats and source systems are added. We recommend periodically checking the full list of supported data formats and sources. for the latest updates and additions.

FME Form and FME Flow follow a unified pricing structure. The cost is determined based on each implementation of a single license. To obtain the most up-to-date pricing list for FME components, please reach out to us directly at fme@globema.com.

As an authorized Safe Software partner, we are well-positioned to provide favorable licensing conditions. Don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.

You can install FME Form and FME Flow both on Windows and Linux systems, including distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, Red Hat, and CentOS. Additionally, FME Form can be installed on macOS devices, and for those working with FME Flow, consider containerization options like Docker and Kubernetes.

It’s important to note that for Windows users, FME 2022.0 and newer versions are exclusively available in 64-bit editions. If you are using older 32-bit applications that require integration with FME, you can do so with FME 2021.2 and earlier versions. More details regarding these system requirements can be found in our article, Impactful change for FME users – the 32-bit version support is being terminated.

Yes, you have the flexibility to tailor your Annual Maintenance period to your specific needs. While Annual Maintenance is typically renewed on an annual basis, you also have the option to purchase it for multiple years or even for a shorter duration, such as several months. This flexibility ensures that your Annual Maintenance aligns perfectly with your licensing.

FME Form and FME Flow licenses are perpetual, meaning that they remain usable even after your Annual Maintenance expires. However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Once your Annual Maintenance lapses, you will no longer have the ability to install new versions of FME or take advantage of the latest improvements and enhancements introduced in subsequent releases.

If you decide to reinstate technical support in the future, you will be required to settle all outstanding fees from the original expiration date to the present. The length of time your Annual Maintenance has been expired will determine the number of years for which you need to cover the fees.

The subscription model offers a flexible and cost-effective approach to accessing FME Platform components, namely FME Form and FME Flow. Under this model, companies and organizations across various industries can benefit from unlimited usage of these components within a single, yearly fee. It’s important to note that the unlimited access to FME Form and FME Flow is valid only for the duration of the subscription contract, typically set for 1 or 2 years. Once this period concludes, your access to the FME licenses acquired during the subscription is temporarily suspended. However, by renewing your subscription contract, you can promptly regain access to the platform.

Safe Software currently offers four subscription models tailored to specific industries, including Utilities, Local Government and Government Offices, Airports and Air Stations, as well as Universities and Non-Profit Organizations. These models provide unrestricted access to FME Platform based on the unique needs of each industry.

Additionally, the Enterprise subscription model offers unmatched flexibility, allowing customization to suit the specific requirements of any company or organization.

Absolutely! Safe Software has created the Enterprise subscription model to accommodate those outside the predefined industry categories. The Enterprise model offers the highest degree of flexibility and can be fully customized to align seamlessly with the requirements of your specific business, regardless of its industry.

Your subscription contract remains unchanged throughout its duration, regardless of fluctuations in factors like population count, passenger count, or student numbers. Should you choose to renew your subscription for the subsequent period, the cost will be recalculated based on the new figures.

Your existing perpetual FME licenses, along with their accompanying valid Annual Maintenance, are seamlessly integrated into your subscription. This means that the support for your perpetual licenses remains active until the conclusion of your subscription contract. As a result, you won’t incur any additional costs associated with renewing Annual Maintenance for these licenses.

The subscription model encompasses the core components of FME Platform, which includes FME Form, FME Flow, and CPU Time. It’s important to note that additional, payable plug-ins are not included as part of the subscription models. If your workflow requires specific plug-ins, these will need to be acquired separately to complement your subscription.

FME licenses purchased separately are considered perpetual licenses. This means that you have continuous access to FME for your data integration and processing needs. However, it’s essential to keep in mind that to stay current with the latest FME version and to benefit from ongoing updates and improvements, you must maintain a valid Annual Maintenance subscription.

On the other hand, licenses obtained within the subscription models are designed to expire unless you choose to renew the subscription contract for the next period. While your subscription is active, you enjoy full access to support and updates at no additional cost.

Globema, as an authorized Safe Software partner, offers a wide range of FME training options to cater to diverse learning needs. Our certified experts conduct standard FME Form training on both Basic and Advanced levels. We also provide dedicated FME Flow training to enhance your automation capabilities. We organize custom training tailored to our participants’ needs.

Additionally, we offer a video course, FME Desktop Basic e-learning, which covers fundamental and advanced topics related to integrating, converting, transforming, and validating data using FME.

For a complete list of our training offerings, please refer to our Services -> FME Training.