Find out where your organisation really stands on inclusion, and what to do about it.
A DEI audit gives you a complete, honest picture of diversity, equity and inclusion in your organisation. We combine your own data with what your people tell us.
You finish with clear recommendations and a plan to act on them.
Four sources of evidence, one picture
No single source tells the whole story. Each audit brings four together for a 360-degree view of your organisation.
Your existing data
We analyse the data you already hold to set a baseline.
Leadership interviews
One-to-one conversations with your senior leaders.
Focus groups
Small-group sessions with diverse groups of employees.
A DEI survey
A full-scale survey, so everyone in the organisation can take part.
About our DEI surveys
84%: The survey response rate in a recent audit, far beyond what the client expected
Together with a gender root-cause analysis, the survey showed why women were underrepresented in senior management at a company where they make up most of the workforce.
We have audited organisations in finance, retail, education and energy, helping each make evidence-based, measurable progress.
What you receive
At the end of the audit, four things to work from.
Detailed report
Our findings, with qualitative and quantitative analysis of the DEI themes, perceptions and attitudes in your organisation.
Recommendations
Practical steps to improve, from quick wins to long-term goals.
Benchmarking results
How your DEI work compares with relevant competitors and with best practice from industry leaders.
About DEI benchmarkingTailored action plan
A step-by-step plan, built around your goals, towards greater DEI maturity.
From findings to lasting change
The audit is the first stage of our method. If you want us to, we stay with you through the next two.
Diagnostic
The audit itself
- Agree the scope with you.
- Analyse your existing data to set a baseline.
- Interview key stakeholders and run focus groups around the world.
- Present the findings and our analysis.
Development
Turning findings into a plan
- Benchmark you against industry peers and global standards such as the GDEIB.
- Write a DEI action plan with you, tied to your business goals.
- Present the strategy and start the first targeted actions.
Reinforcement
Making the change last
- Put accountability in place.
- Keep supporting the people who run your DEI work.
- Review and adjust as feedback and reports come in.
Where the findings go
- Tie your DEI goals to your business strategy, products and services.
- Close the gaps found in how you hire, develop and keep people.
- Target DEI initiatives where the evidence says they are needed.
- Build a more inclusive culture, starting with the areas the audit highlights.
- Strengthen your employer brand by showing steady improvement.
Why GDP
Global standards
Our team is led by CEO Farrah Qureshi, a key contributor to the Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Benchmarks (GDEIB). Your audit follows the latest global standards.
A balanced view
We point out what to improve, and we recognise what you already do well. The result is a realistic plan you can keep up.
A global perspective
We have worked in over 180 countries, so we bring international experience to your local challenges.
Case studies
All case studies
Incorporating DEI at CNWLCNWL, one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, provides healthcare in London, Milton Keynes, and parts of Kent, Surrey, and Hampshire.
HALMAHalma is a leading safety, health and environmental technology group with businesses in 23 countries and major operations in Europe, USA and Asia.
Walmart & AsdaWalmart commissioned GDP to deliver a programme of D&I interventions, including gender equity events, inclusive leadership and unconscious bias training to…
Start with a conversation
Tell us what you want to understand about your organisation. We will send you an audit proposal shaped to your needs, drawing on work in over 180 countries.