Cultural Diversity

Cultural DiversityAkanksha Gupta PG - 17 Amruta Ayya PG - 10Ashwin Govindankutty MMS - 05Mayuri Rajak PG - 51 Suraj Karra MMS - 18

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #What is Diversity?Diversity is defined as all characteristics and experiences that define each of us as individuals.

A common misconception about diversity is that it only pertains to certain persons or groups, when in fact, exactly the opposite is true.

Diversity can include Race, Ethnicity, Gender, Age, Religion, Disability, and Sexual orientation

A diverse workplace aims to create an inclusive culture that values and uses the talents of all its employees

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Benefits of DiversityGroups with greater diversity were shown to have greater innovation and creativity.

Diverse groups have a greater range of perspectives, and are able to generate more high quality solutions than less diverse groups.

Diversity increases constructive group processes and is positively associated with performance in business units.

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #IBM Goal: To enhance awareness, open mindedness, knowledge, tolerance, and respect for other cultures in order to build a stronger IBM team and continue to foster innovation.

Workforce Diversity = Diversity of thought = Innovation

Areas of Focus:Women in the Workforce People with Disability Work Life Integration Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Cultural Diversity Generational Diversity

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Women in the Workforce65% of women executives are working mothers.16 female country managers in locations such as Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Spain.Women currently make up 92% of the overall part time workforce at IBM, with 39% of women who are working part time in senior roles. Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Women in the Workforce Programs and Achievements

School Speakers ProgramSerious Womens Business ConferenceEX.I.T.E. CampsPowerpoint TemplatesPage #Ongoing initiatives

Career Development web lectures for women

Mindset workshops for managers on the value that women bring to IBM

Chief Executive Women Talent Development programPowerpoint TemplatesPage #People with DisabilityIBM has long term commitment in ensuring that disable people are represented equally across business areas and at all levels.

It believes that the combination of technology and innovation can empower human potential by making its information technology widely available and accessible without regard of user ability.

IBM conducted specific disability employment education sessions for employees, as well as recruitment specific sessions for its workforce management teams

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Ongoing Programs include:

Willing and Able Mentoring (WAM) Program School Speakers Program EX.I.T.E.Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Work Life IntegrationIBM aims to retain talented people by recognising the importance of and supporting their life outside of work.

IBM continues to provide Flexible Working Options for employees which includes part Time/Job Share, Individualised Work Schedules, Compressed Work Weeks, Working from Home and Telecommuting.

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #IBMs Six Flexibility Principles:

The Enterprise does not stopBalancing of NeedsTrust & Personal ResponsibilityRange of OptionsUnderstanding DifferencesFocus on ResultsPowerpoint TemplatesPage #Generational Diversity

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #12Generational DiversityObjective of the program: To retain and maximise the careers of our mature aged workforce and recruit from this talent pool.

IBM also partnered with the Diversity Council of Australia to deploy ground breaking research in the area of Mature Age Employment in Australia and New Zealand.

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Managers were introduced to the concept of building an environment and culture where the individual needs of employees are respected in regards to stages in their life and careers.

This research assessed the underlying issuesof recruitment and retention of Mature Age workers ina restricted labour market. It also provided IBM withdata on how Mature Age workers felt about current andfuture engagement of the labour market.

13Generational DiversityThe Generational Diversity Program aims to provide aflexible workplace culture which allows IBM employeesto enjoy: Continued participation in the workforce without age-related barriers; Flexible work hours and responsibilities; A variety of work style options; Greater lifestyle choices; Continued learning and job satisfaction; and An ongoing connection to the IBM community.Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Cultural Diversity

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Cultural Diversity IBM operates across nine time zones in 170 countries, where more than70 languages are spoken.

Cultural diversity in IBM AustraliaAsian Employee Constituency Networking GroupNetworking EventsEX.I.T.E. Camp for Indigenous Australian students The Cape York ProgramShades of BlueFloating Cultural HolidayPowerpoint TemplatesPage #IBM is dedicated to driving cultural change throughinnovative principles and policies, and is committed toproviding a workplace where employees feel welcomedand valued for who they are. IBM operates acrossnine time zones in 170 countries, where more than70 languages are spoken. This diversity is one of ourgreatest strengths especially when we leverage iteffectively, bringing the best talent and ideas together tosolve our clients problems.16Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender DiversityGLBT Employee Networking GroupIBM GLBT Employee Empowerment ConferenceEmployee Float in the Sydney Mardi GrasThe Midsumma FestivalPowerpoint TemplatesPage #Cultural Diversity

Operations across 4 countries, employing 30 different nationals

Acquisitions bring people with diverse backgrounds

Improved quality of constructive dissent and decision making

Practices of cultural diversity in its business expansion plans abroad

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Awards to honour individuals and teams from across the world for outstanding achievements

Live webcasts of the awards function for employees and their families

Global in terms of talent development

Internal job postings are made available all around the world for people who want to gain that experience Powerpoint TemplatesPage #

Just as an organization needs the right talent to drive its business objectives, people need the right environment to grow and achieve their career goals.

The work environment at TCS is built around the belief of growth beyond boundaries.

Rich Cultural Diversity at TCSPowerpoint TemplatesPage #Cont:Elements that define there work culture are:Global exposure Cross domain experienceWork life balancePowerpoint TemplatesPage #Integration at WorkCulture meter: Culture Meter talks about the country, its culture, dos and donts, and TCSs business information about that country

Maitree (friendship): a global platform for employees and their family members to join the caring and sharing culture of TCS

Foreign Language Initiatives: group which focuses on cultural integration and language training Powerpoint TemplatesPage # DAWN: Diversity and Womens NetworkTCS has seen the number of women employees increase from 25 percent to 31 percent

Nearly 38 percent of the employees at the junior level are women

11 percent of the strength at senior management levels.Company has a successful reorientation programme for women who return to their jobs after a break.(appointment of mentor or advisor)Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Leveraging the TATA CultureCultural sensitization is a constant at TCS

Relocation training

TCS induction and training programmes help forge a common culture built on the Tata Code of Conduct

Tata culture in development activities in areas such as education, health and environment

TCS also has a rewards and recognition platform called GEMs Go the Extra Mile that acknowledges collaborative and good efforts by employees towards society.Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Diversity and Inclusion at GoogleGoogle Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Grassroot network of employees supporting diversity and inclusion Members can participate in education outreach, mentoring, community service and social eventsGoogle sponsors 18 ERGs around the globe Global ERG leadership awards for accomplishment and contributions to diversity in Google Global ERG Leadership summit

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Powerpoint TemplatesPage #Diversity and Inclusion in BenefitsAdoption AssistanceDay CareMother's RoomsMaternity/Paternity Leave ProgramsBaby-bonding bucksNew parents support groupChildren centers in Mountain ViewDomestic Partnership ProgramsAccommodation Policies (including those for visually, mobility and hearing impaired Googlers)Transgender and Transitioning Workplace Support

Powerpoint TemplatesPage #LGBT BenefitsFamily medical leave act for same-sex domestic partners

Changing the definition of infertility to give fertility assistance to LGBT Googlers

Enhanced transgender-inclusive benefits to cover transitioning procedure and treatment in accordance with World Professional Association for Transgender Healths (WPATH) Standards of Care

Coverage for procedures like facial feminization for transgender women and pectoral implants for transgender men

Lifetime coverage for these benefits increased to $75,000

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