Why Disruption is Coming for Your Industry - And How to Embrace It

Why Disruption is Coming for Your Industry - And How to Embrace It Are you ready for the disruption coming to your industry?If you are an established business that has been operating for many years, you may not like this subject. Maybe you’re even trying hard to ensure it doesn’t happen.If you have a big market share, you may be able to command some influence and keep disruption at bay. Or can you?The truth is that you cannot stop an industry disruption. And the more you work towards it, the worse the effect of it will be on your business.Just as life has been changing and no-one could stop it, so must disruption take place.HOW SOME INDUSTRIES GOT DISRUPTEDDisruption is not a new phenomenon. Neither is it something which came and went on its way, never to return. Disruption and innovation go hand in hand.One of the biggest drivers of disruption is technology.As technology develops and matures, more people get to do things they couldn’t do before.Technological advances open doors no-one thought existed. By doing so, some doors also get permanen tly shut.Here are some disruption examples to consider.WikipediaThis is one website which unless you research a lot, you may have little respect for.Or maybe you give it an occasional visit but don’t think much of it. Yet it’s a big disruption in a big way.How?Maybe its name can give you a hint.In the days before the internet became widespread, you would go to a public library to do your research. Libraries contained many books you could read.But one set of books was a must if you wanted thorough historical information.That set of books was the encyclopedia. It was usually published in volumes and labeled in letters. Like a dictionary, entries were ordered alphabetically.But since the books contained detailed information, it would end up being very big.For convenience, an encyclopedia was split into several books. For example, one would contain entries for words beginning with letter A to letter D. The next one from letter E to G and so forth till Z.With internet, came digital v ersions of the encyclopedias. Encyclopedia publishers had to reconsider how they did their business.Social MediaSocial media is so popular that younger generations may wonder what existed before the apps.If you’ve come across some of the previous-generation communication tools, then you know something about the transition.Invented to facilitate socializing, these sites and apps have really changed how we communicate.Initially, you would meet someone and talk with them face to face. If leaving them, you would have to wait till the next time you met.If you missed them too much, a convenience called a letter came in handy. Write a letter, put it into an envelope, buy stamps then send it.Today, this type of letter and everything else using this method is referred to as “snail mail.” The speed of communication is seen to be similar to a snail’s pace.Currently, you have a myriad of ways in which you can communicate with anyone almost instantly. And just as users have had to adapt, so have businesses.If you expect customers to write you letters of complaint, that won’t happen. If waiting for them to visit your store and share their experience of your product, you might wait a long time. Source: Communicationtechnology2015Social media has changed communication. Your business has to go where customers are. You have to research and find out which platforms your target market is in and become a member.And that’s not all. You have to stay updated with the trends.You’ve got to familiarize yourself with consumer habits and preferences and adapt to them.It is no longer a case of big businesses dictating how customers will be served.As they say, customer is king. That makes your business the servant.Real EstateHome owners have different stories on how they bought their homes. Some had very bad experiences while others had good ones. For others, it was just a plain old boring routine.They looked around and saw a good home. Asked some questions and decided to buy.Others spent so much time shopping for a good home and eventually got tired. The more tech-savvy kind shopped online, contacted an agent for a visit then bought.All of these have one thing in common: they bought t heir homes.But are you aware that the process is quickly changing?It’s all mobile now. Everything is happening on your smartphone. From searching for a home to visiting it. You can do everything from the comfort of your sofa.360-degree videos have made physical visits less necessary.Or maybe you visited an agent’s office and used a VR headset to view the homes on sale.Just that experience was probably enough for making a buying decision immediately.SIGNS YOUR INDUSTRY IS ABOUT TO BE DISRUPTEDDisruption did not stop with these industries.Since change is never stopping, you can expect disruption to continue happening.To avoid being disrupted out of business, you need to be on the lookout for signs of impending danger.Here are some you can easily identify.1. Customer habits are changing.Your customers buy from you for a good reason. You have invested in your business processes and you are making good money. You know that certain products are loved by certain customers.They buy duri ng certain times of the day and in particular amounts.Suddenly, the trend is no longer the same. They are either buying different products or dropping some from their shopping.What happened?Your customers’ shopping trends are changing. They are picking on new preferences.If you notice this, and you probably hear it from one of your competitors, something is cooking.Change doesn’t just happen overnight. Change is usually triggered. In most cases, the availability of options is what makes people choose differently.Changes are also facilitated by the availability of new, or at least newly-available information.In the retail world, this came in the form of internet.Whereas the traditional brick and mortar stores were doing very well, an online bookstore took them head-on.With promises of convenience and home delivery, customer shopping habits changed. Eventually, their choice of retailer changed.That former bookstore’s name is Amazon.2. Unchanged business models despite customer c omplaints.Business are started to solve problems. Unfortunately, some businesses become so big that they start defining and enforcing the means by which customers should experience the solution.If these businesses are big enough, they build castles with thick walls to keep competitors at bay. And with the competition under control, so are the customers.Customers give feedback but the businesses largely ignore it since they are firmly established. The feedback develops into complaints but still falls on deaf ears.The businesses can’t risk changing. They are too invested in their systems and models that changing is dangerous for business. Suddenly, the complaints stop coming. The feedback stops coming.Have the customers finally given up on the hope for change?No. They have just discovered an alternative way of getting the same services. There is a new entrant in the industry. Small but sweet.He understood the problems faced by the complaining customers and addressed them.The result? Customers are trooping to his business.They are spreading the news and the small new entrant is growing big. You lose your market share to someone who was eager to listen to the ignored voice.Listen to your customers. Check what they are saying on social media. Use their frustrations to improve your operations lest you get affected by the coming exodus.3. Reduced revenues.When you quickly recognize the changing customer habits and listen to their feedback, you will avoid many problems. You will be able to act fast enough to prevent reduced revenues.But if you don’t, this will be the third proof that you are about to lose. It will still be possible to turn things around but you’ll have lost so much ground.When you realize that your sales are low, do not be quick to conclude that it’s a tough season. Someone else may be cashing in on the “tough” season.By the time your sales are going down to scary levels, your customers are already gone.Convincing customers to love your bra nd is not easy.So when you finally get them to do it, you need to ensure that they keep loving your brand.When growth is slow, it is customer loyalty that keeps you ahead of the pack. This will guarantee sustained revenues for your business.4. High regulations for new entrants.Is your industry controlled by many regulations which make it difficult for newcomers to join?If so, you might be happy that there is reduced competition. But before you celebrate, look more keenly.One danger with industries where it’s difficult for new entrants, is that the rate of innovation is low.The current businesses work on securing their market share and end up holding on to business models which have been proven to work.It is in this situation that a new business idea takes off. It seeks to overhaul normal business processes and utilize a new way of working.Many of such businesses are built on technology. And as such, taking off becomes easy.For example, consider the banking sector.Starting a bank i s no small feat. Apart from the money required for buildings, employees and computer systems, you have to go through strict regulations. These have all to do with your ability to run the business.You will also need to comply by rules pertaining to security in different ways. Source: Institute for Local Self-RelianceLook at what cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin did to the banking sector. Cryptocurrencies have a high usage potential and they are already being embraced.Though banks thought they could control the financial industry, they are now scared of cryptocurrencies.Though they have to struggle with price volatility issues, cryptocurrencies are gradually working their way into people’s wallets.A bank like JP Morgan Chase has noticed the potential and come up with their own version: JPM Coin.5. More startups in your industry.One of the surest ways of detecting a new or upcoming disruption is by looking for disruptors. Often, these come in the form of startups.With new startups, there are venture capital investors.These are the people who get business ideas pitched to them. If they like the idea and see the potential of it, they put their money there. With money being a crucial part of a business, the startups will develop the idea which will replace old businesses.If you read about how popular startups succeeded, you will understand that they bring in a new way of doing things. They also have youthful staff who are quick to innovate and work flexibly.If you are to ignore any of these signs, this should not be one of them.HOW TO PREPARE FOR DISRUPTIONReading the signs on the wall is great for urging you towards action. And even if you don’t see any of these signs but your industry has been long behind in technology, consider innovating.Staying ahead of the competition will definitely help you avoid the last minute rush. With the innovation though, you need to ensure it’s in the right direction.Otherwise you can innovate and still be caught by surprise by better innovations.Whatever is going on in your industry, here are some of the general actions you can take to be ready for change. You can also use these action points to jump start a disruption.Analyze Your DataYou cannot be proactive in your business and make good decisions i f you don’t have data.If you have data but it’s not managed in a way which makes it usable, then you have a problem. Despite the data being a real asset, your inability to utilize it is a sure setback.If this is the challenge you have, then start working on a data management solution as soon as possible.In the meantime, you can make use of publicly-available data about your industry. Get the answers to some of the questions which touch on the signs listed above.What are the industry’s consumption trends?How are the different companies fairing?What is the historical growth in business?What are the disruption or innovation predictions in your industry?How are the related industries fairing?The importance of having data is to facilitate research. Research about trends in expenses, revenues, customer loyalty etc.When you have this information, you are better placed to understand the situation you are in.The publicly-available research findings will also come in handy even if you h ad your own data.This is because it gives you more than a glimpse on what is going on in your competitor’s world. You can use this to gauge where the industry is at and where it’s headed.Fix Your Business Model’s WeaknessesMany disruptions occur when the method of doing business is changed.Facebook changed the way businesses communicated with customers.Uber changed the way people were riding and being charged. WhatsApp changed the way smartphone users communicated, moving them from traditional SMS to real-time chat. For these disruptors to succeed, they used different business models. Consider Uber for instance.To ride in the traditional cab, you would hail one, get in, be driven to your destination then charged as the driver saw fit. Negotiating the price was acceptable and expected.What about the Uber option?You need to use your smartphone to get a ride. The app shows you the different vehicles around your location for you to choose.Some of the details available on the app a re the car’s registration number and the driver’s information and rating.Before deciding on one, you indicate your destination and the charges are displayed for you. Payments are then done using cash, credit/debit cards or mobile money.With algorithms determining the cost of your trip and the best route in a system incorporating customer feedback, the business model was certainly different.Such a business model puts everything in place, even records for future evaluation.Did any of the traditional taxi operators see that coming?Update Yourself on Business TechnologyThis is another critical part of preparation. The more informed you are about what is happening in the business tech world, the easier it is to adapt.There is no way you will hear of the launch of a new innovation today and implement it quickly if you don’t understand it.And you won’t be able to understand it if you haven’t spent time reading about it. Or studying it.Note that the key here is to stay ahead of th e competition.You cannot be ahead of the competition if you wait to hear about new tech through the mainstream media.Whatever comes through such channels is not really fresh. And chances are that your competitors probably have more information about it than you do.If so, are you sure they won’t act before you do?When it comes to technology, the one who jumps in first and runs with it most often accumulates the most benefits.Subscribe to online tech channels and follow them on social media. Some to check out include TechCrunch, PCWorld and TheVerge.Start Acting NowStaying updated is a smart step towards preparing yourself for an industry disruption.But if all you accumulate is information, then you will be at a loss to show the importance of the same.Many companies have information. The difference comes in the implementation.Take note that embracing disruption is not knowing about the disruption. It is all about acting accordingly so as to stay afloat during the period.And after st aying afloat, to swim and even lead the way.Since embracing disruptions come at a price, you will be better off paying that price in small amounts. Instead of waiting for the big announcement then rush to allocate resources and train your staff, make gradual and more manageable moves.As you gather insight into industry trends and predictions, cultivate a workplace culture of experimenting with the new.Let employees discuss the figures and think about how to develop new solutions.Allow them resources to test the solutions, which are really innovations, and see how they work. When small change is easily embraced, then the big change will be easier.CONCLUSIONThe fact that disruptions will characterize all industries is enough fuel to urge you towards embracing it first.Staying ready, looking for it and even trying to create it will ensure you are ahead of everyone else.

Why Disruption is Coming for Your Industry - And How to Embrace It

Why Disruption is Coming for Your Industry - And How to Embrace It Are you ready for the disruption coming to your industry?If you are an established business that has been operating for many years, you may not like this subject. Maybe you’re even trying hard to ensure it doesn’t happen.If you have a big market share, you may be able to command some influence and keep disruption at bay. Or can you?The truth is that you cannot stop an industry disruption. And the more you work towards it, the worse the effect of it will be on your business.Just as life has been changing and no-one could stop it, so must disruption take place.HOW SOME INDUSTRIES GOT DISRUPTEDDisruption is not a new phenomenon. Neither is it something which came and went on its way, never to return. Disruption and innovation go hand in hand.One of the biggest drivers of disruption is technology.As technology develops and matures, more people get to do things they couldn’t do before.Technological advances open doors no-one thought existed. By doing so, some doors also get permanen tly shut.Here are some disruption examples to consider.WikipediaThis is one website which unless you research a lot, you may have little respect for.Or maybe you give it an occasional visit but don’t think much of it. Yet it’s a big disruption in a big way.How?Maybe its name can give you a hint.In the days before the internet became widespread, you would go to a public library to do your research. Libraries contained many books you could read.But one set of books was a must if you wanted thorough historical information.That set of books was the encyclopedia. It was usually published in volumes and labeled in letters. Like a dictionary, entries were ordered alphabetically.But since the books contained detailed information, it would end up being very big.For convenience, an encyclopedia was split into several books. For example, one would contain entries for words beginning with letter A to letter D. The next one from letter E to G and so forth till Z.With internet, came digital v ersions of the encyclopedias. Encyclopedia publishers had to reconsider how they did their business.Social MediaSocial media is so popular that younger generations may wonder what existed before the apps.If you’ve come across some of the previous-generation communication tools, then you know something about the transition.Invented to facilitate socializing, these sites and apps have really changed how we communicate.Initially, you would meet someone and talk with them face to face. If leaving them, you would have to wait till the next time you met.If you missed them too much, a convenience called a letter came in handy. Write a letter, put it into an envelope, buy stamps then send it.Today, this type of letter and everything else using this method is referred to as “snail mail.” The speed of communication is seen to be similar to a snail’s pace.Currently, you have a myriad of ways in which you can communicate with anyone almost instantly. And just as users have had to adapt, so have businesses.If you expect customers to write you letters of complaint, that won’t happen. If waiting for them to visit your store and share their experience of your product, you might wait a long time. Source: Communicationtechnology2015Social media has changed communication. Your business has to go where customers are. You have to research and find out which platforms your target market is in and become a member.And that’s not all. You have to stay updated with the trends.You’ve got to familiarize yourself with consumer habits and preferences and adapt to them.It is no longer a case of big businesses dictating how customers will be served.As they say, customer is king. That makes your business the servant.Real EstateHome owners have different stories on how they bought their homes. Some had very bad experiences while others had good ones. For others, it was just a plain old boring routine.They looked around and saw a good home. Asked some questions and decided to buy.Others spent so much time shopping for a good home and eventually got tired. The more tech-savvy kind shopped online, contacted an agent for a visit then bought.All of these have one thing in common: they bought t heir homes.But are you aware that the process is quickly changing?It’s all mobile now. Everything is happening on your smartphone. From searching for a home to visiting it. You can do everything from the comfort of your sofa.360-degree videos have made physical visits less necessary.Or maybe you visited an agent’s office and used a VR headset to view the homes on sale.Just that experience was probably enough for making a buying decision immediately.SIGNS YOUR INDUSTRY IS ABOUT TO BE DISRUPTEDDisruption did not stop with these industries.Since change is never stopping, you can expect disruption to continue happening.To avoid being disrupted out of business, you need to be on the lookout for signs of impending danger.Here are some you can easily identify.1. Customer habits are changing.Your customers buy from you for a good reason. You have invested in your business processes and you are making good money. You know that certain products are loved by certain customers.They buy duri ng certain times of the day and in particular amounts.Suddenly, the trend is no longer the same. They are either buying different products or dropping some from their shopping.What happened?Your customers’ shopping trends are changing. They are picking on new preferences.If you notice this, and you probably hear it from one of your competitors, something is cooking.Change doesn’t just happen overnight. Change is usually triggered. In most cases, the availability of options is what makes people choose differently.Changes are also facilitated by the availability of new, or at least newly-available information.In the retail world, this came in the form of internet.Whereas the traditional brick and mortar stores were doing very well, an online bookstore took them head-on.With promises of convenience and home delivery, customer shopping habits changed. Eventually, their choice of retailer changed.That former bookstore’s name is Amazon.2. Unchanged business models despite customer c omplaints.Business are started to solve problems. Unfortunately, some businesses become so big that they start defining and enforcing the means by which customers should experience the solution.If these businesses are big enough, they build castles with thick walls to keep competitors at bay. And with the competition under control, so are the customers.Customers give feedback but the businesses largely ignore it since they are firmly established. The feedback develops into complaints but still falls on deaf ears.The businesses can’t risk changing. They are too invested in their systems and models that changing is dangerous for business. Suddenly, the complaints stop coming. The feedback stops coming.Have the customers finally given up on the hope for change?No. They have just discovered an alternative way of getting the same services. There is a new entrant in the industry. Small but sweet.He understood the problems faced by the complaining customers and addressed them.The result? Customers are trooping to his business.They are spreading the news and the small new entrant is growing big. You lose your market share to someone who was eager to listen to the ignored voice.Listen to your customers. Check what they are saying on social media. Use their frustrations to improve your operations lest you get affected by the coming exodus.3. Reduced revenues.When you quickly recognize the changing customer habits and listen to their feedback, you will avoid many problems. You will be able to act fast enough to prevent reduced revenues.But if you don’t, this will be the third proof that you are about to lose. It will still be possible to turn things around but you’ll have lost so much ground.When you realize that your sales are low, do not be quick to conclude that it’s a tough season. Someone else may be cashing in on the “tough” season.By the time your sales are going down to scary levels, your customers are already gone.Convincing customers to love your bra nd is not easy.So when you finally get them to do it, you need to ensure that they keep loving your brand.When growth is slow, it is customer loyalty that keeps you ahead of the pack. This will guarantee sustained revenues for your business.4. High regulations for new entrants.Is your industry controlled by many regulations which make it difficult for newcomers to join?If so, you might be happy that there is reduced competition. But before you celebrate, look more keenly.One danger with industries where it’s difficult for new entrants, is that the rate of innovation is low.The current businesses work on securing their market share and end up holding on to business models which have been proven to work.It is in this situation that a new business idea takes off. It seeks to overhaul normal business processes and utilize a new way of working.Many of such businesses are built on technology. And as such, taking off becomes easy.For example, consider the banking sector.Starting a bank i s no small feat. Apart from the money required for buildings, employees and computer systems, you have to go through strict regulations. These have all to do with your ability to run the business.You will also need to comply by rules pertaining to security in different ways. Source: Institute for Local Self-RelianceLook at what cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin did to the banking sector. Cryptocurrencies have a high usage potential and they are already being embraced.Though banks thought they could control the financial industry, they are now scared of cryptocurrencies.Though they have to struggle with price volatility issues, cryptocurrencies are gradually working their way into people’s wallets.A bank like JP Morgan Chase has noticed the potential and come up with their own version: JPM Coin.5. More startups in your industry.One of the surest ways of detecting a new or upcoming disruption is by looking for disruptors. Often, these come in the form of startups.With new startups, there are venture capital investors.These are the people who get business ideas pitched to them. If they like the idea and see the potential of it, they put their money there. With money being a crucial part of a business, the startups will develop the idea which will replace old businesses.If you read about how popular startups succeeded, you will understand that they bring in a new way of doing things. They also have youthful staff who are quick to innovate and work flexibly.If you are to ignore any of these signs, this should not be one of them.HOW TO PREPARE FOR DISRUPTIONReading the signs on the wall is great for urging you towards action. And even if you don’t see any of these signs but your industry has been long behind in technology, consider innovating.Staying ahead of the competition will definitely help you avoid the last minute rush. With the innovation though, you need to ensure it’s in the right direction.Otherwise you can innovate and still be caught by surprise by better innovations.Whatever is going on in your industry, here are some of the general actions you can take to be ready for change. You can also use these action points to jump start a disruption.Analyze Your DataYou cannot be proactive in your business and make good decisions i f you don’t have data.If you have data but it’s not managed in a way which makes it usable, then you have a problem. Despite the data being a real asset, your inability to utilize it is a sure setback.If this is the challenge you have, then start working on a data management solution as soon as possible.In the meantime, you can make use of publicly-available data about your industry. Get the answers to some of the questions which touch on the signs listed above.What are the industry’s consumption trends?How are the different companies fairing?What is the historical growth in business?What are the disruption or innovation predictions in your industry?How are the related industries fairing?The importance of having data is to facilitate research. Research about trends in expenses, revenues, customer loyalty etc.When you have this information, you are better placed to understand the situation you are in.The publicly-available research findings will also come in handy even if you h ad your own data.This is because it gives you more than a glimpse on what is going on in your competitor’s world. You can use this to gauge where the industry is at and where it’s headed.Fix Your Business Model’s WeaknessesMany disruptions occur when the method of doing business is changed.Facebook changed the way businesses communicated with customers.Uber changed the way people were riding and being charged. WhatsApp changed the way smartphone users communicated, moving them from traditional SMS to real-time chat. For these disruptors to succeed, they used different business models. Consider Uber for instance.To ride in the traditional cab, you would hail one, get in, be driven to your destination then charged as the driver saw fit. Negotiating the price was acceptable and expected.What about the Uber option?You need to use your smartphone to get a ride. The app shows you the different vehicles around your location for you to choose.Some of the details available on the app a re the car’s registration number and the driver’s information and rating.Before deciding on one, you indicate your destination and the charges are displayed for you. Payments are then done using cash, credit/debit cards or mobile money.With algorithms determining the cost of your trip and the best route in a system incorporating customer feedback, the business model was certainly different.Such a business model puts everything in place, even records for future evaluation.Did any of the traditional taxi operators see that coming?Update Yourself on Business TechnologyThis is another critical part of preparation. The more informed you are about what is happening in the business tech world, the easier it is to adapt.There is no way you will hear of the launch of a new innovation today and implement it quickly if you don’t understand it.And you won’t be able to understand it if you haven’t spent time reading about it. Or studying it.Note that the key here is to stay ahead of th e competition.You cannot be ahead of the competition if you wait to hear about new tech through the mainstream media.Whatever comes through such channels is not really fresh. And chances are that your competitors probably have more information about it than you do.If so, are you sure they won’t act before you do?When it comes to technology, the one who jumps in first and runs with it most often accumulates the most benefits.Subscribe to online tech channels and follow them on social media. Some to check out include TechCrunch, PCWorld and TheVerge.Start Acting NowStaying updated is a smart step towards preparing yourself for an industry disruption.But if all you accumulate is information, then you will be at a loss to show the importance of the same.Many companies have information. The difference comes in the implementation.Take note that embracing disruption is not knowing about the disruption. It is all about acting accordingly so as to stay afloat during the period.And after st aying afloat, to swim and even lead the way.Since embracing disruptions come at a price, you will be better off paying that price in small amounts. Instead of waiting for the big announcement then rush to allocate resources and train your staff, make gradual and more manageable moves.As you gather insight into industry trends and predictions, cultivate a workplace culture of experimenting with the new.Let employees discuss the figures and think about how to develop new solutions.Allow them resources to test the solutions, which are really innovations, and see how they work. When small change is easily embraced, then the big change will be easier.CONCLUSIONThe fact that disruptions will characterize all industries is enough fuel to urge you towards embracing it first.Staying ready, looking for it and even trying to create it will ensure you are ahead of everyone else.

The Industrial Revolution During Great Britain - 1296 Words

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The business justification for diversity management tends to operate at four main levels namely the shareholder value, stakeholder value, regulatory context and worldwide value chain (Carr-Ruffino, 2009). It is important for todays organizations to develop a firm understanding of the business rationale for diversity management. Diversity management is simply the practice of handling and advocating for various personal characteristics and lifestyles within a given group. This process is solely concerned with discovering the diverse and rich potential of a whole workforce. For an organization to establish a better diversity plan, it needs to not only be realistic, measure its progress and define its terms, but it also needs to educate the workforce on the advantages of diversity. In this particular report, we will focus on one organization in particular, CERA, and look at how it has implemented diversity management into its daily operations. 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Diversity is necessary in todays organizations because it tends to bring in diverse unique skills together aiming at a common goal. In turn, peoples loyalty is ignited, and their productivity and retention increased. Whenever problems or conflicts arise, there are many solutions and alternatives that arise as every member is allowed to contribute to their way of operating, thinking, decision-making and solving such issues. Diversity in any given organization means that the workforce feels appreciated and included. It also increases the sense of belonging which in turn pulls in more potential employees (Harrison Klein, 2007). As the workforce demographics change and worldwide markets come up, workplace diversity moves closer to becoming a business necessity rather than a banner that organizations usually wave to indicate their commitment to welcoming diversity and change. Diversity is necessary in todays organizations as it encourages mutual respect among workers (Chrobot-Mason, Weber Ernst, 2009). It also evidences itself in the establishment of a positive reputation for the organization, resulting in increased chances for the staff and profitability. Any organization recognized for its just employment practices, appreciation for diverse skills and ethics is in a better position to lure many competent applicants. Diversity in the workplace is particularly necessary for companies looking to venture internationally, as the global marketplace opens doors for individuals having diverse language competence and multicultural comprehension to establish worldwide profit centers (Elkadi, 2009). Diversity in the workforce offers much exposure to workers and other organizational staff from different backgrounds and cultures. They are able to learn from colleagues whose work styles are rather unique and whose attitudes towards work are different from their own. A good illustration of this can be observed with todays technological advancements. Conventional-generation individuals can learn novel processes and technology from those who are in the tech-savvy millennial generation (Press, 2014). Additionally Generation X staff can learn from contact with the rather self-confident, achiever work ethic distinctive of the Baby Boomers (Pugh, Dietz Wiley, 2008). Research has shown that more diverse workforces tend to have better numbers in terms of worker retention and productivity. Moreover, the joint experience and understanding that a diverse workforce offers enhances associations with the society while at the same time improves an organizations ability to relate to their customer s. 1. CERA Sanitaryware Ltd. is Indias most preferred home solutions provider which was recently vouched for by various interior designers and architects based on reputation , quality, and popularity, among other parameters (Bell, 2012). The company is also currently recognized for its stylish product range and increased innovation through high value production and technological advancement. CERAs focus is on the business of marketing, producing, and distributing sanitaryware, trading in tiles and other bathroom products, and faucetware (Carr-Ruffino, 2009). CERA has so far been endorsed as the number one sanitaryware brand that will eventually shape the future of sanitaryware industry in Asia. The company attributes its success to diversity management. Successful organizations such as CERA have diversity leaders within the business who are responsible for ensuring that the business is diverse. Despite the fact that some may view this as a waste of time, it could actually be if the responsibility is not performed accurately. However, if it is done well, it eventually adds value to the organization and increases profitability (Kirton Anne-Marie, 2010). Keeping in mind the fact that CERA deals with sanitaryware, a common misconception is that it tends to employ more women than men. The fact is that diversity within this particular organization covers more than that, and it is about the various distinctions that are present among individuals. Diversity incorporates personality, social mobility, socioeconomic background, culture, religious beliefs, culture, and working styles. That is why todays organizations are incapable of reaping the benefits without inclusion. CERA understands that accommodation in the workplace is crucial in allowing individuals with disabilities to contribute their skills to the workforce. Moreover, the fact that the company has employed a number of men to handle the sanitaryware is an obvious representation of its loyalty to diversity (Calas, Holgersson Smircich, 2010). In this day and age, employers who desire to recruit and retain highly professional and well educated employees must offer such benefits so as to remain competitive. The male workers at CERA do not feel disrespected given the kinds of products they handle. Their differences are instead welcomed and are thus better able to realize their full capability while making a positive contribution to their workplace. The company has learned that a constructive setting not only motivates its individuals, but also increases productivity, retention, and employee contentment. Looking at CERAs case, it is clear to see that diversity management has a constructive impact on its performance and shareholder value, two things that are directly connected to competitive advantage (Shore, Randel Ehrhart, 2011). The company acknowledges that diversity management is the key to progression in todays intensely competitive worldwide marketplace. Diversity leadership tends to drive innovative points of view. Unfortunately, many organizations are still trying to figure out how to tap into the potential within markets and processes that must be enabled worldwide. Constructive diversity management tends to form the foundation of diversity competences, which in turn drive competitive advantages in a worldwide marketplace. Diversity also drives organizations such as CERA to develop through various avenues (Harrison Klein, 2007). A need has recently come up to set out the business justification for diversity management and the significant connections that it has with adding value to an organization. Diversity management adds value to organizations such as CERA in that it generally improves the quality of decisions while at the same time providing excellent solutions and innovative concepts. Notably, information sharing and positive task-oriented conflict are the keys to the value in diversity management (Chrobot-Mason, Weber Ernst, 2009). HRM plans can be utilized in tapping into the various advantages of diversity and promote learning and knowledge foundation. By so doing, value is added to peoples results. 2. The HR department is normally called upon to indicate the direction when organizations commit to valuing and managing diversity in the workplace. It is obvious that companies come in all shapes and sizes, with members ranging from homogeneous to completely diverse. Additionally, the ideas incorporated in diversity management are novel enough to the extent of its practitioners not always having an agreement (Elkadi, 2009). The HR department can actually be the driving force that not only discovers, but also develops chances and resources that advocate for organizations diversity program. Human Resources is quite important in implementing diversity at the workplace in that it is considered the researcher that collects the inclusive information an organization will need in the development of an efficient program. Human Resources are seen as a great influencer that is wise to the political climate of an organization and capable of utilizing this information to safeguard and nurture the fledgling diversity initiative (Press, 2014). Notably, the HR manager should not be seen as the only individual responsible for guiding the diversity program. Organizations such as CERA have learned to spread out their duty to avoid a diversity initiative dying early. Though diversity management is considered to be an approach that is concerned with workers, the HR function is the main keeper of the people management processes. HRM and diversity management focus on the contribution of the HR operation to business plan, in addition to being concerned with individual distinctions, the development and welfare of each person (Pugh, Dietz Wiley, 2008). Looking at CERAs strategy to hire men to handle its sanitaryware products, it is proof that effective diversity management is attainable through suitable HRM strategies. These strategies tend to concentrate more on the increment of flexibility, knowledge creation, organizational learning, and the creation of a work setting conducive to diversity management. Notably, diversity management has a place in HRM functions and should therefore be at the core of HR policies and practices. Similar to any other approach, diversity management in relation to HR practices also has experienced a few criticisms. For instance, during the mid-90s, a number of intellects commented that diversity study did not have scientific accuracy, historical specificity, practical foundation, theoretical evaluation, and had been quite under studied (Bell, 2012). Possible disparity between the reality of organizational practices in major HR areas and adopted organizational rhetoric on diversity management had also been highlighted. Interestingly, most conventional research saw HRM diversity practices only as adherence to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action, and ignored the practices acknowledging and utilizing diversity. However, intellects are yet to investigate how diversity has been managed in the HRM area and what types of HRM approaches are suitable to efficiently managing diversity. Over the course of the years, the HR function has considerably grown and now covers the complete scope of people management processes (Carr-Ruffino, 2009). Managers in companies where effective HR diversity policies are not present are more likely to advocate for or rate highly skilled employees with similar cultural experience and backgrounds. Research has indicated that in America, Caucasians tend to hole about 89% of managerial positions while comprising only 75% of the population (Kirton Anne-Marie, 2010). At CERA, the manager together with the HR department has ensured that staff occupies the right positions as per their qualifications, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, or nationality. HR managers tend to bring individuals into an organization and promote workers who fit or possess similar values to the decision makers. That is why it is important for selection and recruitment to avoid the attraction-selection-attrition cycle so as to develop various cultures within the organization (Calas, Holgersson Smircich, 2010). Argument that I would make to Mark French regarding the business case for focusing on diversity management in CERA Most organizations today are realizing the need for refreshed enthusiasm to drive effective diversity management in global companies. As earlier mentioned, the business case for diversity management is spreading its focus which has been from shareholder value to stakeholder value, global value chain, and regulatory context (Shore, Randel Ehrhart, 2011). It also argues that diversity policies tend to make good business sense. To be a good example to other budding organizations in future, CERA needs to show that diversity is important to issues such as total reward management, work-life balance and flexibility, talent management, performance management, acquisition management, and branding (Harrison Klein, 2007). There is need to comprehend those diversity issues not covered by law much better. With regards to organizational behavior, CERA needs to improve the design of interventions so as to foster dignity and respect in the workplace together with the elimination of all kinds of intimidation. The company can address the issues relating to the manner in which diversity is practiced and gain more profits from making it core to business development while focusing on the diverse preferences and needs of individuals such as customers and workers. By so doing, diversity management will become a coherent business issue planning, evaluating, revising, and implementing efficient strategies for managing diversity . Furthermore, managers at CERA can manage diversity and help shape, inform, and influence the better delivery and design of services and products to diverse communities (Chrobot-Mason, Weber Ernst, 2009). They can also deliver improvements to the value of life for each individual through increased individual option and chances to be economically autonomous. Investing in diversity management would mean being able to predict fiscal performance within CERA. Conclusion As discussed above, diversity management refers to the practice of handling and advocating for various personal characteristics and lifestyles within an identified group. Todays idea of workplace diversity is rather all-encompassing. The main focus is now on the promotion of individuality within a given organization, recognizing that every individual is capable of bringing something unique to the table. Establishing a robust business case is considered to be the initial phase in organizational loyalty to diversity management, where effective management of diversity is a victory factor for todays organizations. The paper has also discussed the case of CERA Sanitaryware Ltd., using it as an example of an organization that has successfully implemented diversity management. References Bell, M.P. (2012). Diversity in organizations. 2nd Edition. Mason, OH: South-Western College. Calas, M.B., Holgersson, C., Smircich, L. (2010). Diversity management? Translation? Travel. 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