How have Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) evolved in contingent workforce programs since the social upheavals of 2020? In this report, commissioned by HireTalent and Consciously Unbiased, we examine changes in the marketplace since the landmark study from 2020. Among the findings, significantly more programs now follow advanced DEI practices, including a 20% increase in DEI metrics tracked.

Despite radical changes since 2020, including pandemic-driven demand fluctuation, labor shortages, remote work, and decades-high inflation, DEI holds its place in corporate priorities. We also find the new VMS-driven DEI capabilities draw overwhelming market appeal and have the potential to ignite widespread adoption of DEI within contingent programs. Finally, the popular legal appendix from the 2020 report has been revised to cover frequent questions around gathering and tracking DEI data.