Inclusion

Companies should improve opportunities for all employees, including all underrepresented groups. Including everyone is actually easier in the long-term and intrinsically more equitable— especially for those in more than one under-represented group, who suffer even greater consequences.

Comprehensiveness

A one-off initiative approach simply cannot achieve systemic change; in many cases it does harm. An effective solution covers all aspects of a company—its culture, its operations and its team. The CEO has to drive multiple, sustained efforts, a comprehensive approach, and a long- term commitment.

Accountability

Companies and their executives should hold themselves accountable by tracking results using comprehensive surveys and benchmarks. They can show you how you’re doing, where you can improve, and who needs to improve.