Boeing, the renowned aircraft manufacturer, has dissolved its global diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) division as it grapples with financial losses, labor strikes, and ongoing concerns about safety and production quality.
This move comes as new CEO Kelly Ortberg seeks to streamline operations and refocus the company on its core mission. Boeing has faced a series of setbacks, including a $1.05 billion loss and a costly strike by the International Association of Machinists (IAM) union.
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The DEI staff has been reassigned to Boeing’s employee experience division, signaling a shift away from the emphasis on diversity initiatives championed by former CEO Dave Calhoun.
The decision to dissolve the DEI division reflects a broader trend of companies facing pressure to move away from DEI programs, with critics arguing that such initiatives can lead to reverse discrimination.
However, Boeing maintains that it remains committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive.
“Boeing remains committed to recruiting and retaining top talent and creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate around the world can perform at their best while supporting the company’s mission,” the plane maker said in a statement.
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This restructuring comes in the wake of intense scrutiny over safety and production issues at Boeing. Recent incidents, including a mid-air door malfunction on a 737 Max 9 and a Senate report criticizing Boeing’s prioritization of production speed over quality, have raised serious concerns about the company’s practices.
Furthermore, a NASA report revealed that Boeing employed unqualified workers on its space rocket projects, leading to quality control problems and delays. These issues add to the ongoing fallout from the two tragic 737 Max crashes in 2018 and 2019, which resulted in 346 deaths and led to Boeing pleading guilty to criminal fraud.
With this latest move, Boeing appears to be prioritizing financial stability and addressing safety concerns, potentially signaling a shift in the company’s priorities.
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