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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 leadership's commitment to diversity through the Diversity Goals Program
• Enhance the leadership's 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...