What organisational decisions actually cause diversity? Does diversity in mix of employees lead to diversity in range of output? This paper puts forward a set of hypotheses regarding the systems that generate (or limit) diversity in organisations. Our client organisation is the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), whose stated goal is to provide a broad, diverse range of programming –such diversity being appropriate to the BBC’s very broad and diverse audience. To achieve this goal, the BBC has set forth a human resources strategy of hiring and promoting diverse groups of people. Their premise is that diversity of people, under certain measurable conditions, will lead to diversity of output. Our model allows experimental study of the effects of feedback on the dynamics of diversity. This research is relevant to organisations concerned with diversity, with matching their market composition, or with fostering innovation. Results of recent studies will be available at the conference and by written request.

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