The strength of diversity

07.03.2023
Annually on March 8th, International Women’s day is celebrated globally. The purpose of the day is to uphold women's achievements, recognize challenges, and focus greater attention on gender diversity and equality. A great moment to reflect on (gender) diversity at the workplace.

A diverse workforce = diversity of thought

Diversity is a term that refers to the variety of different perspectives represented on a team. The term represents a broad range of experiences, including gender, age, ethnicity, culture, education, etc.

Studies show that diversity is good for business. Why?  Because having a diverse team provides access to a wider range of skill sets, experiences and different ways of thinking. When managers and leaders know how to draw out diverse perspectives, build on them, and be inclusive of all the perspectives available on their teams, they get better ideas, question assumptions, identify blind spots, develop new approaches, and create better solutions. This facilitates new ideas and results in innovation, performance, and growth.

We are greater than the sum of us

Within the IPCOM group, we do not only embrace diversity, we also strive to inclusion. We foster a sense of belonging that makes everyone feel like they are part of the team. 

Inclusion ensures that everyone feels valued and, importantly, adds value. At IPCOM, we believe in a work environment that allows all people not only to bring their fullest sense of self to work each day, but also to lead out with their very best contributions towards the company’s mission, vision and goals. 

In short, where diversity, inclusion and belonging at the workplace meet, we can build strong teams and create the extraordinary together!