Our Team Function: An Outline

1. Team Structure and Dynamics:

• Composition: Briefly describe the size and expertise of your team (e.g., research team with data scientists and analysts).
• Communication: Explain your primary communication channels (e.g., Slack, email, daily stand-up meetings).
• Collaboration: Describe how tasks are divided and how team members work together (e.g., assigned projects with team check-ins, brainstorming sessions).

2. Conflict Resolution:

• Process: Outline how disagreements are addressed (e.g., open discussion, facilitator involvement, escalation to team lead).
• Focus: Specify whether the focus is on finding solutions or assigning blame.
• Success Rate: Evaluate how effectively conflicts are typically resolved within the team.

3. Innovation:

• Brainstorming: Describe how your team generates new ideas (e.g., dedicated brainstorming sessions, encouraging “out-of-the-box” thinking).
• Implementation: Explain how promising ideas are evaluated and implemented (e.g., feasibility checks, pilot programs).
• Examples: Provide specific examples of successful innovations your team has adopted.

4. Improvement Suggestions:

• Communication: Identify areas where communication can be enhanced (e.g., more frequent meetings, clearer project updates).
• Collaboration: Suggest ways to improve teamwork (e.g., cross-training opportunities, team-building exercises).
• Innovation: Propose methods to foster a more innovative environment (e.g., dedicated innovation time, recognition for creative ideas).