Policies
Commitments, guidelines, and corporate policies that establish the organization’s framework for action regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion.
DEI Standard Index®
A rigorous standard. Unified under a mathematical model.
Developed in collaboration with researchers from the University of Barcelona, the DEI Standard Index® is a unified scientific framework that translates culture, policies, and corporate governance into standardized and auditable numerical indicators.
A model designed to measure diversity, equity, and inclusion management using consistent criteria aligned with international sustainability frameworks, such as ISO, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and ESG criteria.
The model’s architecture
5 management levers. 16 dimensions of diversity.
The DEI Standard Index® assesses an organization’s maturity across four major business areas: Diversity Management, Talent and Human Resources, Strategy and Corporate Governance, and Communication and Stakeholder Relations.
To do so, it connects five fundamental levers that allow for an analysis not only of what an organization declares, but also how it implements those commitments and what its people experience.
Plans
Assesses how commitments are translated into objectives, action plans, responsibilities, and resources allocated for their implementation.
Processes
Integration of DEI criteria into operational procedures, particularly in talent management, recruitment, development, and career advancement.
Practices
Day-to-day application of policies and processes, identifying how commitments are realized in management and leadership decisions.
People
Employee experiences to understand what they know, how they perceive the implementation of these policies, and what situations they encounter in their work environment.
Diversity Management
Talent and Human Resources
Strategy and Corporate Governance
Communication and Stakeholder Relations
16 dimensions of diversity help you understand your organization’s reality.
The model includes 16 categories of diversity which allow for a deeper understanding of the workforce’s composition and an analysis of how different personal and social characteristics relate to work experiences.
The dimensions cover:
- GenderSexGender identityGender expressionSexual orientation
- Generational
- Functional diversity / Disability
- Nationality / Origin
- Ethnic-racial / Appearance
- Beliefs and ideology
- Appearance / Lifestyle
- Language
- Parental status and caregiver status
- Educational and socioeconomic background
Through anonymized, aggregate, and intersectional analyses, the model facilitates identifying differences, barriers, and opportunities for improvement across groups.
Three proprietary indices
Structured indicators for making decisions based on data, not intuition.
The DEI Standard Index® transforms complex information into metrics that enable an understanding of management maturity, an assessment of employee experiences, and the identification of gaps and risks requiring attention.
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Knowledge and Perceptual Alignment Gap Index
IGCAP
Measures the gap between the organization’s stated management practices and employees’ knowledge or perceptions.
It helps identify policies and actions that do not reach the workforce, differences in perception, and areas where management practices and employee experience are not sufficiently aligned.
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Sense of Belonging and Psychological Safety Index
ICPS
It synthesizes indicators related to employees’ sense of belonging, inclusion, and psychological safety in their work environment.
It helps detect signs of vulnerability, differences among groups, and situations that may affect well-being, engagement, and the work experience.
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Perceived Equity of Opportunity Index
IEPO
Measures the proportion of employees who perceive equity in the processes of access, selection, promotion, and professional development.
It enables the identification of differences among groups and the detection of potential barriers to the perception of equal opportunity within the organization.
Illustrative numerical values, not actual results.
Three complementary perspectives. An integrated view to guide decisions.
Scientific rigor applied via SaaS
From the methodological framework to actionable corporate insights.
Be(in) Mindset transforms the DEI Standard Index® into a digital tool for assessment, analysis, and monitoring that enables the application of a consistent methodological framework without adding complexity to day-to-day management.
Common Criteria and Standardized Measurement
Organizations are assessed using common questions, indicators, and methodological criteria. This allows for analyzing the evolution of results over time and establishing a consistent basis for comparisons between organizations and sectors when comparable data is available.
Multicultural Design and Expert Knowledge
The methodological framework was developed in collaboration with researchers from the University of Barcelona, incorporating insights from international DEI experts, senior executives, and HR professionals.
This combination of academic knowledge and business experience enables us to address diversity from a multidimensional, management-oriented perspective.
Scalability and Automation
The Be(in) Mindset SaaS platform enables the standard to be applied to organizations of various sizes and structures.
It processes the collected information and transforms it into indicators, gap analyses, and maturity levels (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Champion), facilitating a structured interpretation of the results.
Evidence for Management and Certification
The results provide documented and structured information for monitoring, accountability, and corporate sustainability processes.
Organizations wishing to validate their progress may apply for recognition processes such as Be(in)® Certification, subject to the corresponding evaluation and verification criteria.
See how the standard applies to your organization.
Request a demoThe questions you need to answer
Do you have the answers you need to make decisions?
The DEI Standard Index® transforms diversity, equity, and inclusion management into measurable, comparable, and business-relevant information.
01. Do you make decisions about diversity based on real data or on intuition?
The DEI Standard Index® transforms policies, practices, and employee experiences into objective, standardized metrics. It identifies gaps, compares experiences, and provides evidence to inform strategic decisions.
02. Do you know exactly what stage of DEI maturity your organization is at?
Understand the level of DEI integration in your management through four maturity levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Champion. Identify strengths, areas for improvement, and priorities for continued progress.
03. Is your investment in DEI generating real results?
Compare the policies, initiatives, and resources allocated to DEI with your workforce’s knowledge and experience. Discover which efforts are resonating with people, which ones go unnoticed, and where gaps exist between management and impact.
04. How do you measure the impact of your organization’s actions?
Listen to your workforce confidentially and analyze their experiences regarding belonging, equity, opportunities, discrimination, and psychological safety. Identify differences among groups using aggregated indicators and anonymized intersectional analyses.
05. Are you allocating resources to the initiatives your organization truly needs?
Identify the areas, processes, and groups that require the most attention based on the gaps detected. Prioritize actions according to the identified needs and direct your investments toward where they can generate the greatest impact.
06. Can you demonstrate to your organization’s leadership what is working, what risks exist, and where to take action?
Convert DEI information into maturity indicators, diversity maps, management and impact gaps, and early warning signs of risk. Present structured evidence to ensure accountability, justify priorities, and support investment decisions.
Institutional experience and trust
Scientific knowledge. Business application.
The DEI Standard Index® combines academic research, expert knowledge, and technological application to help organizations understand their internal reality and move toward more informed management of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
An approach that connects methodological rigor with the real challenges organizations face.
From the standard to action
Diversity is best managed when it can be measured.
Knowing where you start is essential. Understanding the impact of decisions, identifying gaps, and measuring progress is what allows you to turn commitments into results.
With the DEI Standard Index®, turn diversity, equity, and inclusion into strategic insights to guide decisions, prioritize resources, and demonstrate progress.