The world-renowned Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI®) helps people understand conflict and navigate it in a productive way.
Trusted for over 50 years
The gold standard in conflict management tools—grounded in behavioral science research and proven through decades of real-world use by leading organizations, L&D professionals, consultants, and educators worldwide.
Personalized, actionable insights
Unlike other conflict management tools that prescribe a one-size-fits-all approach, the TKI assessment helps people identify their conflict-handling style and immediately apply personalized insights to drive more positive outcomes.
Easy onboarding and implementation
Use our practitioner-focused resources to quickly understand the tool and enhance your development programs.
For more than just conflict
Enhances conflict management, communication, and collaboration for individuals and teams. Also supports leadership development, culture-building, change management, and other organizational initiatives.
Quick-Start Practitioner Certification
Curated Resources and Continuing Education
Deepened Connections with Like-Minded Practitioners in Our Community
TKI + MBTI
Offers powerful insights into managing conflict productively by understanding the intersection between conflict styles and personality preferences.
TKI + FIRO
For a deeper understanding of why conflict might arise between individuals and how to manage it more effectively.
TKI + CPI
For exploring how behavioral tendencies influence conflict styles. (Suitable for both individual and leadership development).