Workforce Diversity at Ibm
CHAPTER - 1 Meaning & Concept of Workforce Diversity
(Figure No. 1.01) Diverse Workforce Source : Ref No. [3]
1.1.1 The Meaning of Diversity
Not all methods work for all people. In particular, we want to employ methods that successfully introduce (or re-introduce) people to their bodies, minds, souls & spirits, in such a way that they will start to make the habits of balance & synergy permanent in their lives.
Diversity: Diversity means different people deserve different approaches & methods. Consider that human beings experience their world simultaneously on all human levels – physically, emotionally, intellectually & spiritually. Moreover, two people may experience the same event in profoundly different ways. Part of that experience is given by conditioning (their past & likely future), in other words the way they have learned to process information. But another part of that experience is given by the senses & temperaments they were born with -- the way they are genetically predisposed to process information.
(Figure No. 1.02) Organisational Focus on Diversity & Inclusion Source : Ref No. [8]
1.1.2 Workforce Diversity : Changing the Way You Do Business
As we enter the 21st century, workforce diversity has become an essential business concern. In the so-called information age, the greatest assets of most companies are now on two feet (or a set of wheels). Undeniably, there is a talent war raging. No company can afford to unnecessarily restrict its ability to attract & retain the very best employees available.
Generally speaking, the term “Workforce Diversity” refers to policies & practices that seek to include people within a workforce who are considered to be, in some way, different from those in the prevailing constituency. In this context, here is a quick overview of seven predominant factors that motivate companies, large & small, to diversify their workforces.
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(Figure No. 1.01) Diverse Workforce Source : Ref No. [3]
1.1.1 The Meaning of Diversity
Not all methods work for all people. In particular, we want to employ methods that successfully introduce (or re-introduce) people to their bodies, minds, souls & spirits, in such a way that they will start to make the habits of balance & synergy permanent in their lives.
Diversity: Diversity means different people deserve different approaches & methods. Consider that human beings experience their world simultaneously on all human levels – physically, emotionally, intellectually & spiritually. Moreover, two people may experience the same event in profoundly different ways. Part of that experience is given by conditioning (their past & likely future), in other words the way they have learned to process information. But another part of that experience is given by the senses & temperaments they were born with -- the way they are genetically predisposed to process information.
(Figure No. 1.02) Organisational Focus on Diversity & Inclusion Source : Ref No. [8]
1.1.2 Workforce Diversity : Changing the Way You Do Business
As we enter the 21st century, workforce diversity has become an essential business concern. In the so-called information age, the greatest assets of most companies are now on two feet (or a set of wheels). Undeniably, there is a talent war raging. No company can afford to unnecessarily restrict its ability to attract & retain the very best employees available.
Generally speaking, the term “Workforce Diversity” refers to policies & practices that seek to include people within a workforce who are considered to be, in some way, different from those in the prevailing constituency. In this context, here is a quick overview of seven predominant factors that motivate companies, large & small, to diversify their workforces.
1.2.1
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