There is a clear business case for having a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. Among other things, it promotes:
- Innovation
- There is ample evidence pointing to better & more successful ideas emanating from a broader mix of the sub-groups listed above. An organization which encourages ideas from many viewpoints will have a more robust pipeline driving innovation.
- Productivity
- Diversity creates a positive environment and in so doing facilitates increased productivity across all employees.
- Ability to recruit & retain top talent
- The vast majority of recruits want to align with an organization which is employee-centric, has progressive benefits & offers a positive work experience. Diversity & inclusion are strong indicators that a company will be so inclined.
- For diverse candidates evidence of a strong commitment to inclusion bodes well for skills & career advancement.
- Existence of a robust diversity/inclusion policy can be an organization's most effective marketing tool. Likewise, absence of such a policy can impact an organizations ability to attract the best talent available.
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