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The Management precinct of the Paari School of Business had the honour of hosting an engrossing guest lecture, graced by Ms Megha Thapar, a distinguished Senior Associate Director – DEI. With an extensive 15-year career that spans the Financial Services, Retail, and Real Estate industries, Ms Thapar is renowned for her expertise in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She brought invaluable insights and experiences to the forefront of this lecture, titled “Personalised Employee Experiences through Data and Analysis,” on August 21, 2024.

The primary goal of this session was to enlighten both management students and professionals on the transformative power of data and analytics in crafting personalised employee experiences. Emphasising the critical role of DEI in the workplace, the lecture aimed to showcase how organisations could utilise data to foster more inclusive and high-performing environments. This focus was rooted in the belief that understanding and leveraging data can lead to more equitable and effective organisational practices.

Throughout the event, attendees were engaged with a series of case studies, demonstrating the practical application of data in addressing real-world HR challenges. These included analysing and interpreting key metrics to create significant business impacts. Ms Thapar guided the audience through the intricacies of identifying actionable data, extracting meaningful insights, and implementing strategies that not only enhance employee satisfaction but also bolster organisational efficiency.

The session was instrumental in equipping participants with the critical thinking skills necessary for making informed, data-driven decisions. By delving deep into how data and analytics can revolutionise the employee experience, the lecture illuminated the pathways to advancing DEI initiatives within various organisational settings. Attendees were encouraged to apply the knowledge gleaned from the case studies shared by Ms Thapar, thereby learning to employ data-driven strategies in nurturing an inclusive workplace culture, boosting employee engagement, and aligning with broader organisational objectives.

As the lecture concluded, the outcomes were profoundly impactful. Participants left with a deeper understanding of the role of data in transforming employee experiences and driving DEI efforts. They gained practical knowledge on leveraging data to tackle real-world HR and DEI challenges effectively. Furthermore, the insights into interpreting data, understanding employee behavior, and identifying actionable insights empowered them to initiate meaningful changes within their organisations. Armed with these skills, they are now better positioned to weave DEI principles into their organisational fabric, using data to tailor solutions and foster a more inclusive, equitable work environment. This event not only highlighted the critical importance of analytics in creating dynamic, authentic, and diverse teams but also fostered a greater appreciation for the strategic use of data in achieving high-performance organisational outcomes.

Pro-Chancellor of SRM University-AP, Dr P Sathyanarayanan, has contributed Rs. 3 crores as financial aid to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to help rehabilitate and reconstruct the drastically affected areas by the recent floods. The leadership team of the university, including Trustee Shri Balaji Sathyanarayanan, Executive Research Head of SRM Group Prof. D Narayana Rao and Registrar Dr R Premkumar, handed over the cheque to the honourable Chief Minister of the state Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu at the AP Secretariat.

“It is in the very fabric of humankind to help others who are in need of safety, security and shelter. We at SRM University-AP stand with the state of Andhra Pradesh at this dire hour and will extend our extensive support towards the rehabilitation projects”, stated Dr Sathyanarayanan. Honourable CM Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu expressed his gratitude for the magnanimous contribution of the university patron.

SRM University-AP also distributed food parcels and other amenities to the flood victims. The distribution program was initiated by Pro-Chancellor Dr P Sathyanarayanan and conducted under the aegis of the Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Manoj K Arora. Food packets worth Rs.10 lakh, water bottles, fruits, bread and biscuits were distributed in Gollapudi, Singh Nagar and Vambay Colony areas of Vijayawada.

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