Strategies for Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

This research focuses on the strategies and initiatives that companies put in place to build a diverse and inclusive workforce. It covers the concept of equality and diversity, identifies strategies and benefits, and analyzes the impact of these strategies on company performance. The research is based on a case study of Tesco, a multinational retailer.

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TITLE: What types of strategies and initiatives do companies put in place to build a diverse and
inclusive workforce?............................................................................................................................3
TASK 1.................................................................................................................................................3
P1 Devise project aims and objectives...............................................................................................3
P2 Produce project management plans that covers, aims and deliverables, time, quality,
communication, risk and resources....................................................................................................3
P3 Work breakdown structure and Gantt Chart to provide timeframes and stages for completion....5
TASK 2.................................................................................................................................................6
P4 Small scale research by applying qualitative and quantitative research methods appropriate for
meeting projects aims and objectives.................................................................................................6
TASK 3.................................................................................................................................................9
P5 Analyse research and data using appropriate tools and techniques...............................................9
P6 Communicate appropriate recommendation as result of research and data analysis to draw valid
and meaningful conclusions.............................................................................................................12
TASK 4...............................................................................................................................................12
P7 Reflection, recommendation and conclusion..............................................................................12

TITLE: What types of strategies and initiatives do companies put in place
to build a diverse and inclusive workforce?
TASK 1
P1 Devise project aims and objectives
Introduction
For running business in successful manner it is important for an business firm to
follow equality and diversity at workplace because it help in defining and providing equal
opportunities to workforce. Aim of this report is to analyse challenges as well as issues which
occurs due to equality and diversity at workplace for resolving them (Mehta and et. al.,
2018). This research covers aim and objectives, time framework and research methodology
for gathering data. Moreover, data analysis and interpretation has done for questionnaire and
accordingly reflection is written and recommendation is provided.
Background of organisation
This research is based on Tesco which is British multinational groceries and general
merchandise retailer. Respective organisation was founded in 1919 and its founder was Jack
Cohen as well as headquartered at Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England United
Kingdom. They are serving is several areas such as UK, Ireland, India, Malaysia, Thailand,
Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary and Slovakia.
Aim of research: “To analyse effectiveness of implementing different strategies at workplace
in order to promote workforce diversity.” A case study of Tesco
Objectives of research
 To analyse the concept of equality and diversity.
 To identify strategies related to equality and diversity.
 To determine benefits of equality and diversity on working of company.
P2 Produce project management plans that covers, aims and deliverables, time, quality,
communication, risk and resources
This is related to the document which applied for describing each and every stage of
project or task. Main elements related to planning include initiating, planning execution,
performing and controlling, it is important for completing project because it result in

enhancing opportunities for attaining outcomes related to project management plan in better
manner. Explanation of these are as follows :-
 Cost – It is related to the amount which incurred for completion of project work
through satisfying need as well as demand of customers. Thus, for conducting
research related to equality and diversity at workplace investigator need approx.
£2000. On the other hand, there is requirement of 9000 pounds for collecting
information and data in effective manner. This budget is prepared related to cost for
various activities and task to be completed in given time period.
 Scope – it is important to know scope of research before assigning it to individual. In
relation of Tesco, scope is related to know about issues and challenges which arise
because of lack in equality and diversity within workplace.
 Time – It is important for project management plan to indicate time period for
completing research work. For time period purpose, Gantt Chart has been designed
because it represent duration which required for completing project.
 Quality – It is components related to project management plans which assist in
maintaining information quality for gaining positive outcomes. Each and every
information and data has to be gathered from proper and authenticate sources as well
as organisation collect appropriate and authentic data through online sources. In same
manner it is responsibility of investigator to keep data and information confidential.
 Communication – It is related to transferring data and information from one
respondent to another within understandable manner. For communication purpose
both communication method can be use i.e., oral or written. Organisation have to
conduct meeting on regular duration for discussing issues and other important
information.
 Risk – It is one of the important elements related to project management plan. There
are several risk which researcher and organisation both face while conducting
research work. In relation of researcher major risk are lack of resources, limited time
period and inappropriate response from respondents. On the other hand, risk which
organisation face are lack of proper resource utilisation, employees deny to adopt new
strategy and so on.
 Resources – It is one of the essential component of project management plan which
provide assistance in identifying resources needed for conducting research work. The
resources needed by investigator are funds, time as well as appropriate sources of

gathering information. In relation of organisation resources are employees, data,
information and so on.
P3 Work breakdown structure and Gantt Chart to provide timeframes and stages for
completion
Gantt Chart – It is type of bar diagram which provide assistance in illustrating
overall project schedule that display relation within present schedule and activities. In
addition to this, Gantt Chart have both vertical and horizontal axis which present activities as
well as status of work. There are several key part of Gantt Chart such as dateline, timeline,
task list, bars, milestones, dependencies, bars, progress, resource assigned and many more. It
will provide assistance in proper planning, tracking and planning assigned activities as well
as work in better manner. Gantt Chart prepared by Tesco for completing their work within
required duration and also help in accomplishing goals and objectives.

Work break down structure – This is an method that provide assistance in resolving
complex work within simple manner. Work break down structure is hierarchical
decomposition of activity which manager execute for achieving aims and objectives through
classifying work in manageable sections. Main purpose of this is to divide overall project is
manageable section for achieving positive outcomes within appropriate manner. Thus, WBS
provide guidelines for performing work in better manner.
TASK 2
P4 Small scale research by applying qualitative and quantitative research methods
appropriate for meeting projects aims and objectives
Research methodology – This is an procedure, process as well as technique which
result in identifying, selecting and analysing given information related to the assigned project.
Moreover, for this research it is very important to utilise appropriate methodology for gather
or collecting data and information in better manner. There are several research methodologies
explanation of these are as follows :-

Primary Research – It is data collection method which designed for meeting specific
information as well as required needs. In primary research method data and information
gathered from first hand sources which has been never published before. There are several
techniques of gathering first hand data such as interview, observation, questionnaire,
interview and so on.
Secondary Research – This is an data collection method where needed information is
collected through already published sources such as article, magazine, financial reports,
government agencies and so on. Secondary data collection method is not expensive as well as
need less time for gathering information.
Qualitative Research – This research method is also known as exploratory research
which implemented for better understanding of opinions, motivation and underlying reasons.
Moreover, qualitative research provide assistance related to insights about problem as well as
develop those into thought for accomplishing final outcomes. There are several method of
gaining qualitative research such as focus group, observation, interview and so on. For
gathering data in effective manner small size has been taken for in depth knowledge and
information related to topic.
Quantitative Research – This utilise for quantifying problems with the assistance of
numerical data for converting them within usable statistics. Quantitative research will provide
assistance in quantifying attitude, behaviour as well as opinions defined variable. Moreover,
it is can be performed through several forms such as online, face to face, mobile, observation
and several other.
From this it has been analysed that, researcher followed primary as well as qualitative
research methodology. In addition to this, through primary research questionnaire is prepared
as well as qualitative in depth study will conduct for gaining positive results.
Sampling – It is defined as the procedure which utilise for analysation of statistical
where observation number are abstracted from large population. By using random sampling
method size of sample for given research is 30.
Questionnaire – This is research instrument which include series of questions that
utilise for gathering or collecting information from several participation. In relation of
respective research questions are mention below :-
Questionnaire

Q1. Are you aware with the concept of equality and diversity at workplace?
 Yes
 No
Q2. What are the major problems which take place in organisation due to absence of
equality and diversity?
 People with disabilities
 Generation inequality
 Generation gap
Q3. What are the major policies which required for promoting equality and diversity at
workplace?
 Empowering and training staff
 Providing flexible workplace
 Above both
Q4. Which strategies are appropriate for maintaining equality and diversity in company?
 Formulation of proper strategies related to equality and diversity
 Appropriate training and development sessions
 Equal opportunities
Q5 How issues will be resolve which has been arise due to lack of equality and diversity?
 By promoting diverse culture
 By providing equal opportunities to staff
 Above mention both
Q6. What are the major regulations which government introduced for promoting equality
and diversity in company?
 Implementation of equality Act 2010
 Avoiding discrimination
 Providing equal wages as per employee role
Q7. Does practices related to equality and diversity help in enhancing performance of
staff?
 Agree
 Disagree
Q8. What are the major benefits of equality and diversity?
 Improving employees productivity

 Accomplishing organisational goals and objectives
 Motivating employees
Q9. Any recommendation or suggestion for further improvement.
TASK 3
P5 Analyse research and data using appropriate tools and techniques
Theme 1: Are you aware with the concept of equality and diversity at workplace?
Q1. Are you aware with the concept of equality and
diversity at workplace?
Frequency
 Yes 20
 No 10
· Yes · No
0
5
10
15
20
25
Interpretation – After going through above mention graphical presentation it has been
concluded that out of 30 respondents 20 are aware about the concept of equality and diversity
at workplace. But remaining 10 are not aware about the concept of equality and diversity.
Thus, it is important for investigator to explain concept of equality and diversity to the people
in effective manner so that better outcomes of research will gained.
Theme 2: What are the major problems which take place in organisation due to absence of
equality and diversity?
Q2. What are the major problems which take place in
organisation due to absence of equality and diversity?
Frequency

 People with disabilities 5
 Generation inequality 15
 Generation gap 10
· People with disabilities · Generation inequality · Generation gap
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
Interpretation – From this graphical presentation it has been analysed that, there are several
major problems which take place in organisation due to absence of equality and diversity i.e.,
people with disabilities, generation inequality and generation gap. From respondents it has
been analysed that major issue is generation inequality as out of 30 respondents 15 are in
favour of it. But out of remaining 15, 10 respondents are in favour of generation gap as well
as 5 were saying that people with disabilities are major problem related to equality and
diversity.
Theme 3: What are the major policies which required for promoting equality and diversity
at workplace?
Q3. What are the major policies which required for
promoting equality and diversity at workplace?
Frequency
 Empowering and training staff 10
 Providing flexible workplace 10
 Above both 10

· Empowering and
training staff · Providing flexible
workplace · Above both
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
Interpretation – From the presentation it has been summarised that there are major policies
which needed for promoting equality and diversity at workplace such as empowering and
training staff as well as providing flexible workplace. There are 30 respondents out of each
and every are in favour of different policies like 10 are for empowering and training staff, 10
are taking about providing flexible workplace as well as 10 are focusing on both policies.
Theme 4: Which strategies are appropriate for maintaining equality and diversity in
company?
Q4. Which strategies are appropriate for maintaining
equality and diversity in company?
Frequency
 Formulation of proper strategies related to equality
and diversity
8
 Appropriate training and development sessions 7
 Equal opportunities 15

· Formulation of proper
strategies related to
equality and diversity
· Appropriate training
and development sessions · Equal opportunities
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
Interpretation – There are several strategies which play important role in maintaining
equality and diversity in company such as equal opportunities, appropriate training and
development session as well as formulation of proper strategies related to equality and
diversity. One of the major strategies related to the same is equal opportunities as out of 30
respondents 15 are in favour of it. In addition to this,
Theme 5: How issues will be resolve which has been arise due to lack of equality and
diversity?
Q5 How issues will be resolve which has been arise due to
lack of equality and diversity?
Frequency
 By promoting diverse culture 10
 By providing equal opportunities to staff 10
 Above mention both 10
· By promoting diverse
culture · By providing equal
opportunities to staff · Above mention both
0
2
4
6
8
10
12

Interpretation – Through this graphical presentation it has been analysed that there are
several ways by using which an organisation will be able to resolve issues which arise due to
lack of equality and diversity such as promoting diverse culture, providing equal
opportunities to staff and by implementing both of these. Out of 30 respondents, 10 are in
favour of promoting diverse culture, 10 are saying about providing equal opportunities to
staff as well as remaining 10 are saying that company have to implement these both within
their working for resolving respective issues in effective manner.
Theme 6: What are the major regulations which government introduced for promoting
equality and diversity in company?
Q6. What are the major regulations which government
introduced for promoting equality and diversity in
company?
Frequency
 Implementation of equality Act 2010 15
 Avoiding discrimination 8
 Providing equal wages as per employee role 7
· Implementation of
equality Act 2010 · Avoiding discrimination · Providing equal wages
as per employee role
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
Interpretation – There are several major rules as well as regulation which government has
introduced for promoting equality and diversity within their working such as implementation
of equality act 2010, avoiding discrimination and providing equal wages as per employee
role. Although, one of the major regulations is implementing equality Act 2010 as out of 30
respondents 15 are in favour of it. In addition to this, another regulation which Tesco can

implement within their working is avoiding discrimination 8 respondents are in favour of it as
well as remaining 7 were taking about providing equal wages as per employee role.
Theme 7: Does practices related to equality and diversity help in enhancing performance
of staff?
Q7. Does practices related to equality and diversity help in
enhancing performance of staff?
Frequency
 Agree 20
 Disagree 10
· Yes · No
0
5
10
15
20
25
Interpretation – From this graphical presentation it has been summarised that, practices
related to equality and diversity will result in enhancing employee’s performance. As out of
30 respondents, 20 are agree that it help in enhancing performance of staff as well as
remaining 10 is saying that it will not enhance performance.
Theme 8: What are the major benefits of equality and diversity?
Q8. What are the major benefits of equality and diversity? Frequency
 Improving employee’s productivity 15
 Accomplishing organisational goals and objectives 8
 Motivating employees 7

· Accomplishing
organisational goals and
objectives
· Motivating employees
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
Interpretation – From this graphical presentation it has been summarised that there are
several major benefits which an organisation gain from equality and diversity such as
improving employee’s productivity, accomplishing organisational goals and objectives as
well as motivating employees. Thus, major advantages which Tesco will gain through
equality and diversity is improving employee’s productivity as out of 30 respondents 15 are
in favour of this. In addition to this, 7 were taking about motivating employees as well as
remaining 8 were saying that benefit will be accomplishing organisational goals and
objectives. Thus, major advantages which Tesco will gain is improving employees
productivity as well as accomplishing organisational goals and objectives.
P6 Communicate appropriate recommendation as result of research and data analysis to draw
valid and meaningful conclusions
Covered in PPT
TASK 4
P7 Reflection, recommendation and conclusion
Reflection
While conducting this research work I identify that my strength, weakness as well as
skills. As I have several strength such as good time management, problem solving, dedication
as well as my weakness is decision making, communication and leadership. Although, for me
it is important to enhance my weakness areas in effective manner because it will help me in
gaining positive outcomes. As this project is based on equality and diversity at workplace as
well as ways to measuring it. I have to do research in proper manner and use my research

skills for gathering information and data related to topic and overcome ways so that final
conclusion will be analysed. Along with this, overall research provide assistance to me in
enhancing my personal as well as professional skills for gaining better future opportunities.
Recommendation
From overall discussion it has been recommended to Tesco that they have to take
major steps for equality and diversity practices within their working. Explanation of these are
as follows:-
 Tesco manager and leader have to ensure that equal right as well as opportunities will
be provided to every individual staff. So that better outcomes will gained in effective
manner.
 Along with this, company have to follow all the rules and regulation provided by
government for effective working such as equality act, wages according to working
hours and many more.
Conclusion
After going through overall discussion it has been summarised that, for an
organisation it is important to implement equality and diversity within their working. As it
provide assistance in enhancing performance of staff within effective manner and help in
accomplishing organisational goals in better manner. In addition to this, for managing work
in effective manner an organisation can implement work breakdown structure as well as
Gantt chart within their working.

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