• Assignment Topic & Details: Managing Diversity for Success: The Case of IBM DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. IBM has been championed for its early implementation of equality among its workforce. At the time, many of these policies seemed radical. To IBM’s credit, the movement toward equality worked out exceptionally well for them. Have you experienced policy changes that might seem radical? Have these policies worked out? What policies do you feel are still lacking in the workforce? 2. If you or your spouse is currently employed, how difficult would it be to take time off for having a child? 3. Some individuals feel that so much focus is put on making the workplace better for underrepresented groups that the majority of the workforce becomes neglected. Do you feel this was the case at IBM? Why or why not? How can a company ensure that no employee is neglected, regardless of demographic group? 4. What types of competitive advantages could IBM have gained from having such a diverse workforce?