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Abstract
This study explores the influence of diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiatives on team dynamics within IT organizations. Employing a Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), the research assesses the relationship between D&I initiatives and key team dynamics variables: communication effectiveness, collaboration and knowledge sharing, and decision-making processes. The study also examines how employee engagement mediates these relationships. Data collected from IT professionals reveal that well-implemented D&I initiatives significantly enhance team dynamics. The model fit indices (CFI 0.92, TLI 0.90, RMSEA 0.05, SRMR 0.04) confirm a strong fit between the model and the data, while factor loadings for all constructs exceed the 0.70 threshold, ensuring robust construct validity. Correlation analysis indicates significant positive relationships between D&I initiatives and communication effectiveness (r 0.62), collaboration and knowledge sharing (r 0.68), and decision-making processes (r 0.55). The study concludes that organizations investing in effective D&I programs can expect improvements in team performance and innovation. Practical implications include enhancing diversity training, promoting open communication, and fostering collaborative environments. Limitations include the cross-sectional nature of the study, suggesting a need for longitudinal research. Overall, the findings underscore the strategic importance of D&I initiatives in optimizing team dynamics and achieving organizational success.
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Copyright © 2024 Suresh K. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
