An Empirical Examination of Resources in a Diverse Environment

Abstract

The objective of this research is to empirically assess antecedents of resources within a diverse work environment. Specifically, 83 managerial employees were surveyed in a branch of a federal government agency located in a large metropolitan city in the southwestern United States. Multiple regression analysis showed that perceived resource availability was positively associated with outcomes of empowerment and work group integration. Additionally, racial minorities perceived that fewer resources were available to them at work. Implications for human resource mangers and changing work force demography are discussed.