Why We Should Care About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Workforce Development [Women in Engineering]

Diversity of thought is essential for innovation. Organizations are increasingly focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their workplaces since DEI leads to significant tangible benefits and positive outcomes. In this article I would like to highlight why a commitment to DEI is so important for organizations, especially companies of all sizes. I also present some examples that define the business case for implementing DEI and discuss some of the ways in which industry can create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.