Launching a DEI strategy without first understanding your organization'scurrent statecan lead to misalignment. Aneeds assessmentidentifies representation gaps, barriers, and opportunities to embed DEI across systems and culture.
Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Leadership and Strategy- DEI emphasis):
The SPHR-level process begins with "collecting data to inform inclusion strategy." This includes representation audits, climate surveys, and qualitative inputs tobuild DEI goals based on actual organizational needs.