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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) stories - Page 4

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) encompass crucial principles aimed at fostering workplaces and communities where all individuals are respected, empowered, and given equitable opportunities to succeed, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, ability, or background. This tag explores how organisations across sectors are integrating DEI values into hiring practices, leadership development, corporate responsibility, and innovation strategies.

Our recent stories highlight a broad spectrum of efforts and challenges related to DEI—from companies achieving certifications for inclusive workplaces and recognising the role of women in leadership, to addressing gender pay gaps, combating unconscious bias, and promoting diversity in STEM and technology fields. They also shed light on the intersection of DEI with digital transformation, human resource strategies, sustainability goals, and emerging technologies like AI.

By reading these stories, you can gain insights into practical approaches for implementing DEI initiatives, understand the measurable benefits that diversity brings to business performance and innovation, and learn about ongoing barriers such as gender disparities, inclusion of LGBTQ+ employees, and supporting neurodiversity. Whether you are a leader, employee, or advocate, this tag offers valuable perspectives on building workplaces and industries that embrace equity and foster a culture of belonging.

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EcoOnline acquires D4H to strengthen crisis management platform

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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EcoOnline has acquired crisis management software provider D4H to enhance its platform, integrating crisis readiness with its EHS and ESG solutions.
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Lenovo climbs to eighth in 2025 Gartner Supply Chain Top 25

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Lenovo ranks eighth in Gartner's 2025 Supply Chain Top 25, climbing two places thanks to AI-driven efficiency and global digital transformation.
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Hitachi Vantara details gains in energy efficiency & carbon cuts

Fri, 9th May 2025
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Hitachi Vantara's FY2024 Sustainability Report details strides in energy efficiency, carbon reduction and eco-friendly business practices across its global operations.
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The rationale for positioning businesses to thrive in an increasingly conscious economy

Wed, 7th May 2025
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Embracing ESG is now essential; businesses thriving in the conscious economy align performance, talent management and procurement for lasting success.
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Blue Yonder expands supply chain platform with Pledge deal

Mon, 5th May 2025
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Blue Yonder has acquired UK-based Pledge Earth Technologies, enhancing its supply chain platform with accredited carbon emissions reporting for better sustainability management.
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Hitachi Vantara ups energy efficiency & sets new carbon goals

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Hitachi Vantara boosts energy efficiency in its storage solutions and sets carbon neutrality targets for FY2030 and FY2050, enhancing sustainability efforts worldwide.
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Ricoh achieves first EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Ricoh has secured a Platinum sustainability rating from EcoVadis, ranking in the top 1% globally, following a decade of Gold standards.
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Canadian women professionals face DEI programme challenges

Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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New data reveals that over half of Canadian women professionals are worried about their careers amid the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
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Gender diversity issues persist in tech despite efforts

Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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A study by Tech Beyond Gender reveals persistent gender diversity challenges in IT, with many women contemplating leaving the sector due to discrimination.
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DEI: A blessing or a burden in the workplace?

Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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Debates surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in workplaces intensify, with advocates and critics discussing their impact on meritocracy and culture.
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IWD 2025: Elevating Women in Tech: From Recognition to Real Change

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As we approach International Women's Day 2025, the tech industry faces a pivotal moment to empower women, foster diversity, and drive meaningful change.
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Tech firms urge action for gender equality in industry

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Ahead of International Women's Day 2025, leading firms SS&C Blue Prism and SUSE urge enhanced gender equality in tech, spotlighting persistent disparities.
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Accelerating Action: Defending Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in a Post-DEI World

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion faces unprecedented challenges that threaten hard-won gains.
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Navigating the backlash against corporate DEI: challenges & strategic responses

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day nears, companies are reaffirming DEI commitments amid rising backlash from critics citing ineffectiveness and unfair advantages.
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KPMG launches AI platform for business transformation

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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KPMG has launched KPMG Velocity, an AI-powered platform aimed at streamlining business transformation by unifying existing services and advanced technology.
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Tech firms lag in CSRD audit readiness, says Semarchy survey

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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A Semarchy study reveals only 16% of tech and professional services firms are audit-ready for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, raising data concerns.
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CFOs expand roles to drive enterprise strategic priorities

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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A recent Gartner survey reveals CFOs are broadening their roles, now heavily involved in data analytics, risk management, and AI strategies, enhancing enterprise profitability.
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Gallagher Security Asia wins two major ESG awards 2024

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Gallagher Security Asia has secured top honours at the Greater Bay Area ESG Achievement Awards 2024, recognising its dedication to sustainability and ESG principles.
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New Relic sets science-based targets for net-zero by 2030

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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New Relic has secured approval for its science-based targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030, joining over 7,000 firms in the climate initiative.
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Schneider Electric tops sustainability index for 2025

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025, becoming the first to achieve this prestigious title twice, according to Corporate Knights.