FDM and ODI are both tools for loading financial data into target systems like Hyperion. FDM has a predefined workflow for mapping, validating, and loading data, while ODI allows more flexibility in designing workflows. FDM is focused on end users and mappings, while ODI can also load metadata and is more IT-driven. Both require licenses for commercial use. Syntelli Solutions is an analytics consulting firm that specializes in predictive modeling and leveraging tools like Spotfire, Tableau, and Essbase for business decision making.