Products

O.D. Systems produces an extensive array of products to support client needs. Our interest in the development and practical application of theory to real-wold problems has resulted in an extensive list of publications generated through our research program.

Handbooks
A handbook for affirmative action program planning: Utilizing the structured personnel management process. 1980.
Supplement to the handbook for affirmative action program planning: Utilizing the structured personnel management process. 1980.

Articles & Working Papers
Shock to the system: Analyzing organizational change using the construct of awareness development. 2000.
Best practices in diversity: Addressing awareness development and backlash through facilitated dialogues. 2000.
White male backlash: An exploratory study of practitioner perspectives on the phenomenon. 2000.
Cross-organizational vs. localized participation: A case study on workplace diversity dialogues implementation. 2000.
Awareness development as a construct: A cycle of cognitive and psychosocial development as a measure of individual and organization development. 1999.
White males in work transition: Coping with a stalled career. 1999.
The cycle of awareness development: A cognitive and psychosocial theory of adult development. 1999.
Assessing work group change as a result of a work force diversity training program. 1997.
Work force effectiveness: Metrics for evaluating the impact of a diversity training initiative. 1996.
Long-term evaluation of the effectiveness of a training intervention. 1995.
Diversity initiatives in contemporary human resource management. 1994.

Pamphlets

Promoting an EEO culture: Assertive strategies for managers and supervisors.
Dealing with sexual harassment: Recommended steps for nonsupervisory personnel.
Dealing with sexual harassment: Recommended steps for managers and supervisors.

We also produce presentation materials, competency models, and tools for implementation. Our toolkit includes leaders guides and supporting materials, assessment instruments, evaluation instruments, video, and audio tapes, and cd's.