Sustainability through Inclusion and Innovation: The Role of Diversity, Equity,Team Cohesion, and Creativity

Abstract: This study investigates the implementation and consequences of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in HR processes in an Indian manufacturing company. In the context of evolving corporate culture, DEI becomes pivotal in making workplaces inclusive, innovative, and sustainable. This study intends to analyse the contribution of DEI programs towards prominent organizational factors such as team cohesion, innovation and creativity and sustainability in the long term. A standardized survey questionnaire was developed and inputs were obtained from employees of different departments. The findings strive to fill the gap between DEI theory and practice in an Indian manufacturing industry.

Keywords: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Team Cohesiveness, Innovations, Sustainability, Organizational Culture, leadership.