Creating and Managing ERGs

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are central to an effective Workplace Inclusion or DEI strategy. Not only do ERGs provide benefits to their members, they can provide tremendous insights to the business and support the achievement of business objectives. The creation of ERGs in your organization must be deliberate, well planned, flawlessly implemented, and provide the opportunity to grow and scale as employee interests expand. Cockerham & Associates consulting and technology services will help you get there.

ERG Management Toolkit

As Employee Resource Groups grow across their organizations it is essential that they are built around common structures and processes while permitting autonomy to allow for creativity and innovation. Our approach includes the development of a customized operating toolkit with the following content:
  • Vision, Mission, Charter
  • Chapter Operating Guidelines
  • Membership Guidelines
  • Steps for Starting New Employee Resource Groups
  • Annual Operation Plan Development Process
  • Measuring Success
  • Budget Guidelines
  • Communication Tools and Templates
  • The Business Case for ERGs
  • Training for ERG Leaders

ERG Staff Augmentation Services

Managing the growth and well-being of your Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Business Resource (BRGs) can be daunting, whether it is building an infrastructure for support of ERG leaders, selecting and implementing necessary software, or managing cost. Business process outsourcing (BPO) happens when a company outsources entire business functions to be handled by another company. With our consulting expertise, well-defined operating standards, and ERG Insightâ„¢ software, we can offer an end-to-end management and support solution.
Benefits
  • Greater Operational Flexibility
  • Access to Innovative Technologies
  • Consistent Access to Top Talent
  • Cost Savings
  • Time Savings
  • Access to Advanced and Quick Reporting
  • Better Sharing of Best Practices
  • Enhanced Client Support
  • Strengthened ERG Leadership Skills
Typical Support Services
  • Guiding the Annual Planning Process
  • Developing Aligned Initiatives
  • Establishing Metrics and Action Plans
  • Creating the Budget
  • Identifying Opportunities for Collaboration
  • Communicating with Membership
  • Providing Advanced Technology Support
  • Providing Day-to-day Operational Advice
  • Coaching ERG Leaders