An effective measurement strategy enables an organization to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted action plans to address any issues. Begin by defining and establishing clear, measurable goals related to diversity and inclusion, such as increasing diversity of employees and leadership, enhancing employee engagement, and reducing turnover. Ensure that these goals are specific, achievable, and relevant to the organisation's overall mission and KPIs. Gather employee perceptions of the organisation's diversity and inclusion initiatives by conducting surveys and feedback sessions. These discussions can provide insights into the effectiveness of programs, policies, and practices, as well as suggestions for improvement. Collect data on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) metrics, such as the number of employees from different demographics, turnover rates for those demographics, and employee engagement survey results. Analyze the data to identify trends and areas for improvement. This analysis can help pinpoint the root causes of any issues and inform the development of action plans to address them. Regularly monitor progress towards the goals set and track changes over time, which can help determine whether initiatives are having the desired impact and where additional action is needed. For a more comprehensive understanding of areas for improvement, compare the organisation's DE&I initiatives against industry standards and best practices. Adopting these practices will ensure that initiatives have the desired impact and foster continuous improvement in the organisation's diversity and inclusion efforts.