DXC's Daisy Program

About the

program

Neurodiverse people, such as those on the autism spectrum, those with dyslexia or ADHD, often have extraordinary visual thinking, accuracy and attention to detail. These skills are invaluable in the information technology field, especially in the areas of cybersecurity or data analytics. Established in 2014, the DXC Dandelion program is designed to support and expand the skills of neurodiverse individuals to help them secure long-term and satisfying careers in information technology.

As a result, DXC's customers and partners have access to strong technical experts with high technical expertise to fulfill their IT needs. Backed by global research and developed with neurodiverse people, the DXC Dandelion program provides:

• Unique recruitment and hiring process
• Work Experience Programs
• Organizational change programs (including workplace awareness training)
• Individual employment programs
• Comprehensive on-the-job support

Program Benefits

• 92% job retention for program participants
• 30-40% increase in productivity as reported by clients
• 75% job satisfaction reported by neurodiverse people
• 100% of participating workplaces offer permanent positions to neurodiverse people after program completion
• 80% of colleagues say the program does not add any additional stress to their jobs

Competitive advantage

• Workplaces report the competitive advantage they gain from having a neurodiverse workforce

Technology partnerships

As a leading Fortune 500 technology services company with a global ecosystem of technology partners, neurodiverse individuals are provided with extensive educational and professional development opportunities.