(O.J) Diversity does not just happen. The philosophy that drives diversity at Wal-Mart is a
natural extension of our core beliefs: “Respect for the Individual,” “Service to the
Customer” and “Strive for Excellence” (2006, Walmart.com). Wal-Mart continues to
ensure the hiring practices represent the diversity of the communities and increase growth
of the percentage of women and minorities in the management ranks. The officers at
Wal-Mart also are financially accountable, by tying officer incentive bonuses to the
achievement of diversity goals, including mentoring and participation in diverse
organizations. The Wal-Mart Corporation does not stop there, they continue to increase the
amount of business they do with minority companies, using there size and leverage to
create companies of significant size and stature.
To ensure that diversity is maintained through out the company Wal-Mart has established
several departments with various functions to carry out the continued values of diversity.
The Office of Diversity ensures that diversity is interwoven into Associate programs,
placement efforts, supplier relations, philanthropic initiatives, and community engagement.
The Office is comprised of the following departments:
“Diversity Initiatives Department provides tools and resources to:
Aid in the development and advancement of Associates through diversity leadership and
mentoring programs
Increase accountability of leaderships commitment to diversity through the Diversity
Goals Program
Enhance the leaderships knowledge of and visibility in the communities we serve through
Good Faith Efforts
Ensure transparency and equity of advancement opportunities through selection systems”
(2006, Wal-Mart.com).
Global Talent Management Department provides integrated talent solutions, which allow
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to achieve business objectives now and for the future. The
department includes executive development, global learning solutions and organizational
development, corporate learning services, succession planning, and selection strategy.
Employment Analysis Department ensures continued equity in our employment practices
for all U.S. based associates. The department oversees the U.S. workforce data analysis
with a focus on risk assessment specific to adverse impact measurement. In addition,
Employment Analysis serves as the People Division Liaison to Employment Practices
Advisory Panel.
“Diversity Relations Department establishes and maintains productive, trust-based
partnerships with women and minority stakeholder groups, community leaders and
suppliers to continually improve Wal-Marts reputation as a socially responsible enterprise.
This group is also responsible for supplier diversity initiatives which are designed to grow
and expand a diverse, value-added base of suppliers. In addition, Diversity Relations
promotes diversity awareness among Associates through internal communication channels
to convey clear and consistent messages regarding Wal-Marts commitment to diversity.
The channels include: the WIRE (Intranet), weekly news service, Home Office
