Global Diversity and Inclusion
EDS recognizes that its most important asset and success factor is its employees. Our work force is a reflection of the diversity that exists at EDS. We value the different skills, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives throughout our global community and acknowledge these qualities as a competitive differentiator in the marketplace.
Executive and Senior Leadership-Led Diversity and Inclusion Infrastructure
Our CEO and senior executives are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture that fosters individual and company success. To ensure EDS excels in its diversity and inclusion efforts, we have built a solid infrastructure to help us realize our vision.
The Corporate Diversity Council, Regional Diversity Councils and Employee Network Groups support the foundation for EDS' diversity and inclusion strategy which is integrated into corporate policies and practices. Results are achieved through a collaborative process working with HR teams including benefits, recruiting, talent management and learning and development.
- Asian Pacific American Community at EDS
- EDS Women's Fellowship
- Global Women's Network
- Gay and Lesbian Employees at EDS
- Hispanic Employee Resource Organization
- Unity in Action
- EDS Christian Fellowship
- The Corporate Diversity Council (CDC) consists of senior executives who set the diversity goals for EDS and support processes, practices and policies that promote an inclusive work environment.
- The Regional Diversity Councils represent global geographies. They establish initiatives for their specific region according to the direction of the CDC.
- Employee Network Groups are formed by employees to reflect their members' common goals and viewpoints, while focusing on EDS business.
Employee Network Groups are open to all employees and include:
Guiding Principles
At EDS, our vision is to be recognized as a global leader in diversity and inclusion, to be the preferred employer for the best talent in the IT services industry, and to cultivate a self-sustaining culture of diversity and inclusion. Our mission is to maintain an inclusive environment in which employees believe they are valued and respected, have opportunities for growth, and are engaged in contributing to EDS' success. Our guiding principles are realized through:
Promoting Cultural Awareness – We are proud of the richness in innovation our diverse work force brings to EDS and believe it is important to understand and appreciate the culture of our employees.
Supporting Learning and Development – EDS promotes a learning culture, and diversity and inclusion builds on that philosophy. Diversity and inclusion learning opportunities are offered in orientation training for leaders and employees, instructor-led and online Web-based courses, seminars and workshops; thereby widening participatory opportunities to all employees. Diversity and inclusion presentations by consultants and external speakers, are also available to EDS employees worldwide through the Global Broadcast Network.
Investing in the Workforce – EDS has a history of building external professional relationships and fostering activities with organizations around the globe. We influence the future work force through our investments and resources deployed to organizations that share our viewpoint.
Diversity and Equal Employment Policy – EDS publishes an explicit value statement that defines respect, dignity and a code of ethical conduct for all employees. Employees at all levels are held accountable for upholding these values and codes in the workplace and when dealing with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, partners and clients.
We comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any applicant or employee. EDS prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era.
This policy applies to all personnel actions, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, separation, compensation, benefits administration, training, education, social and recreational programs, and the use of EDS facilities.
EDS Partners with External Organizations
EDS has a history of commitment to and engagement in external initiatives. There is strength in organizations that share ideas and aspirations. Here are some of the EDS-supported organizations that promote diversity, education, recruiting and professional achievement:
- Asia Pacific
- Council for Equal Opportunity in Employment Ltd. (CEOE) – Australia
- Employers Making a Difference (EMAD) – Australia
- Equal Opportunity in Employment Trust (EEO Trust) – New Zealand
- Canada
- Catalyst
- Council for Aboriginal Business
- Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons
- National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation
- EMEA
- Association of Management of the Funds for the Professional Insertion of the Handicapped People in France (AGEFIPH) – France
- Employers Forum on Disability – United Kingdom
- e-skills Computer Clubs for Girls – United Kingdom
- Latin America
- Guri Project – Brazil
- Mangueira Boys Project – Brazil
- Young Learners Project – Brazil
- United States
- Black Engineer of the Year Awards Conference
- Catalyst
- Human Rights Campaign
- INROADS Internship Program
- National Association of Black Accountants
- National Black MBAs Association
- National Center for Women & Information Technology
- National Society of Black Engineers
- National Society of Hispanic MBAs
- President's Committee for Employers of People with Disabilities
- United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
- Women in Technology International
- Women of Color Technology Awards Conference
Marketplace Recognition
The marketplace continues to recognize EDS for its commitment to diversity.
In 2007:
- EDS received Achievement of Bronze Level of Progressive Aboriginal Relations in Canada.
- EDS was selected as one of DiversityInc Magazine's 25 Noteworthy Companies.
- EDS was named Corporate Sponsor of the Year and received the Information Technology Management Award for Professional Achievement by Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF).
- EDS was honored as Most Admired Employer by US Black Engineer and Information Technology Magazine.
- EDS received the Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Award by the U.S. Department of Defense.
- EDS Vice President, Enterprise Service Management, was named One of Most Powerful Women in Technology Channel by CMP Channel's VARBusiness Magazine.
- Four EDS women won Women of Color Technology Awards for Professional Achievement.
- EDS employee was named Employee of the Year by Careers and the Disabled Magazine.
- EDS received Best Employer Award for 50 Plus by Workplace Institute in Canada.
- EDS CFO (U.S. Government) received Greater Washington Technology CFO Community Service Award by Northern Virginia, Maryland and D.C. technology councils.
- EDS employee received Special Recognition by Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA).
- EDS employee honored with IT Woman of the Year Award (Nomination) by Association for Women and Computing.
- EDS received Corporate Champion Award from the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.
- EDS received Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Award from the U.S. Department of Defense.
In 2006:
- EDS was selected as one of the Best Companies for Hispanics by the Hispanic Network Magazine.
- EDS VP, US State and Local Government received Women in Technology Leadership Award.
- EDS was selected as one of the "Top 25 Most Military-Friendly Employers" by G.I. Jobs magazine.
- EDS CAO recognized by Diversity Journal magazine in the "Women Worth Watching 2006" profile edition.
- EDS was honored as "Outstanding Corporate Leader in Supplier Diversity" by the Northern Virginia Urban League.
- EDS was named Employer of the Year for accommodations and support for persons with disabilities by the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons.
- Two EDS leaders were selected by US Black Engineer & IT magazine for a listing of the "Nation's Top 100 Blacks in Technology."
- EDS received the Age Positive Approach Award from the Northside Entrepreneurial Centre and Northside Economic Development Assistance Corporation in Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Four EDS women won Women of Color Technology Awards for corporate responsibility and career achievements.
- Two EDS employees received the Black Engineer of the Year Professional Development Award for "Modern Day Technology Leaders."
- The Greater Dallas Chamber awarded EDS a Dallas Women's Covenant Award.