First Consulting Group

First Consulting Group (FCG) was a leading provider of IT services, outsourcing, and business consulting specifically focused on the healthcare and life sciences industries. The company specialized in helping healthcare delivery organizations and pharmaceutical companies optimize their operations through technology integration and process improvement. FCG was particularly known for its regulatory and clinical software solutions, such as the FirstDoc document management system, which was widely adopted by major pharmaceutical firms. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, the company operated globally with a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. In 2008, FCG was acquired by Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) for approximately $365 million, a move that significantly expanded CSC's capabilities in the global healthcare market.