Supplier Diversity Office Outreach

Telcordia corporate membership in the following organizations provides a solid foundation for the search and support of qualified minority, women, and service-disabled veteran owned businesses (M/W/DVBEs).

National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)

The primary objective of the NMSDC is to provide a direct link between corporate America and minority-owned businesses. It was chartered in 1972 to provide increased procurement and business opportunities, as well as research, education, and certification for minority-owned businesses of all sizes.

Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)

WBENC is dedicated to enhancing opportunities for women's business enterprises. The organization provides a national certification standard and works to encourage the utilization and expansion of supplier diversity programs.

Telecommunications Industry Group (TIG)

TIG assists its corporate members in pursuing excellence in the identification, development and utilization of M/W/DVBEs that meet the respective corporations' objectives.