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Today, many businesses aim to live up to the three ideals of diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) to better serve the needs of individuals from all walks of life. Every industry needs DEI, and the manufacturing sector is no different. A diverse workforce solves problems more creatively and effectively; DEI also improves hiring, retention rates, employee engagement, and financial performance.
Recent data from the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation paints a troubling picture regarding workplace DEI. The number of women employed in the business has decreased over the past twenty years, despite attempts to increase diversity. This highlights the urgent need for manufacturing to give DEI more attention.
In this changing environment, manufacturers who use DEI are better positioned to innovate, adapt, and prosper. In this blog, we will explore the challenges of achieving DEI in manufacturing and offer practical strategies for creating a more inclusive environment.
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Achieving DEI in the manufacturing industry presents several challenges, including:
Historical Lack of Diversity
The manufacturing industry has historically been dominated by men, with minimal representation from women, minorities, and other
