TYPES OF TEAMS

Table of contents1. Title Page

2. Table of Contents

3. Introduction

4. Problem Solving Teams

5. Problem Solving Teams Contd.

6. Self Managed Work Teams

7. Self Managed Work Teams Contd.

8. Cross-Functional Teams

9. Cross-Functional Teams Contd.

10. Virtual Teams

11. Virtual Teams Contd.

12. Conclusion

13. References

Introduction

The framework of individuals and groups in an organization is affected by Organizational behavior

Four types of teams elucidate on the structure needed for effective communicationProblem Solving TeamsSelf Managed Work TeamsCross-Functional TeamsVirtual Teams

Problem Solving Teams

About 5 to 12 employees are included

GoalsElevating qualityImproving efficiencyBettering work environment

Problem Solving Teams Contd.

MeritsIncreased productivitySuggestions considering various facets Moving towards efficiency

DemeritsRestricted powersChances of suggestions being rejectedThe probability of the issue being left

unsolved

Self Managed Work Teams Consists of 10 to 15 team members

The positions of responsibilities arePreparing schedulesDeveloping tasksPicking the suitable team membersSolving problems

May reduce the workload of supervisors

Self Managed Work Teams Contd.

MeritsEffective communication and coordinationDedicated attention on various activitiesIncreased levels of interaction

DemeritsResult in absenteeism and turnoversFeeling of being not wantedElimination of rewards

Cross-Functional Teams Employees belonging to the same level in

the hierarchy Employees from different work segments

come together in achieving targets Diversity and complexity Teamwork and nurturing trust

Cross-Functional Teams Contd.

Benefits• Well established departments• Staff get swift delivery of information• Lives are saved and safety is ensured• Thorough examination of situations

DrawbacksLack of cooperation between departmentsNo clear cut objective or purposeSurplus or dearth of expertise

Virtual Teams

There is no direct interaction at work Computer systems provide

communication options Online coordination Video conferencing, Wide Area Network

and e-mails are used for communication

Virtual Teams Contd.Merits

More inclination to the task at hand Sharing of information and collaboration on projects People from diverse backgrounds are brought together People with differing expertise can work on the same project

without socializing

Demerits Minimal direct interpersonal interaction among members No imitation of regular give and take discussions Reduced sharing of social and emotional information Lack of focus on main goal Chances of team members to be unavailable when needed

Conclusion

Productivity of the organization is bound to improve by the utilization of work teams

The major functionality includesProblem solvingAchievement of targetsPromoting teamworkImproved interaction

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