SHRM's BEAM Toolkit for I&D
Implementation‑ready planning for legally compliant, workplace unifying, and business accretive I&D.
SHRM’s Belonging Enhanced by Access through Merit (BEAM) Toolkit empowers HR professionals, executives, and enterprise leaders to implement legally compliant I&D initiatives that drive business performance, innovation, and workforce unity. The toolkit includes:
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Explore the BEAM Toolkit for I&D
Foundations of I&D
Understand the business case for legally compliant I&D. Learn how to establish new strategies and advance existing initiatives. Access guidance on legal soundness, including executive order requirements and other federal and state laws.
I&D Implementation Framework
Get step-by-step tools — including templates, checklist, and best practices — for embedding inclusion and fairness across the entire employee life cycle.
Calibration of I&D Efforts
Discover key points on what to measure, how to analyze the data, and what to do (and what not to do) with your insights. Access structured tools for measuring impact, crafting effective messaging, and ensuring compliance.
Why Invest in I&D?
Organizations that treat I&D as a dynamic, measurable strategy — anchored in fairness and equal opportunity — build trust, retain top talent, and achieve sustainable growth.
39%
Organizations in the top quartile for workforce diversity are 39% more likely to outperform expectations*
27%
Organizations in the top quartile for workforce diversity are 27% more likely to exceed financial targets *
80%
Share of employees that support their organization’s I&D efforts**
66%
Share of employees that would hesitate to join a company lacking a serious I&D commitment**
*Source: Diversity Matters Even More, McKinsey & Company, 2023.
**Source: Beyond Backlash: The Continued Benefits of DEI at Work, The Conference Board, 2024.
What Makes the BEAM Framework Unique?
The BEAM Framework is built on five core principles.
- Inclusion: Opportunities open to all, regardless of protected status.
- Access for All: Initiatives designed to engage talent from every background.
- Merit-Driven: Selection and advancement based on job-related qualifications and performance, with lawful accommodations.
- Inclusive and Accessible Information: Transparent, broad-reaching communications to ensure equal access.
- Skills-First Optimization: Skill-building opportunities for all eligible people to compete fairly.
How Well Is I&D Embedded into Your Business?
Learn how your organization is doing on inclusion and diversity and unlock customized guidance to help your workplace level up its I&D strategies.
Are You a BEAM-Ready Leader?
Take this quiz to assess your readiness to lead your organization into the next phase of I&D. Then sign up for BLUEPRINT, SHRM's event dedicated to future-proofing your I&D --- and your business.
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