FTI Consulting is aggressively scaling its digital health capabilities in Australia to combat a crisis of workforce shortages and sustained funding pressures. The firm recently appointed Kerrie Young as Senior Managing Director to lead its Data Analytics &
The new leadership team brings over 50 years of collective experience in deploying advanced decision-support tools, digital twins, and cloud-based analytics platforms. Kerrie Young, who spent nearly two decades at a Big Four firm, will focus on large-scale procurement optimization and workforce analytics to bridge the gap between data insights and clinical execution. Nathan Schlesinger, Head of Health and Human Services at FTI Consulting in Australia, noted that the move reinforces the firm's ability to help clients move beyond theory, stating, "Their combined extensive expertise in system modelling, machine learning and digital transformation allows us to help clients move beyond insight to execution."
By prioritizing applied analytics and AI-enabled supply chain transformation, FTI is positioning itself as a critical partner for organizations navigating rapid technological change. The team's mandate includes developing simulation tools and data integration strategies that improve productivity across both public and private sectors. Kerrie Young emphasized that the current environment requires more disciplined, data-driven decision-making to maintain care quality. Young stated, “I look forward to joining my colleagues to help organizations leverage data, analytics and AI to support smarter decisions, more efficient operations, and better outcomes.”