MGMT20001 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Distributed Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Scientific Management
27 Jul 2018
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Hence, should be a key aspect of organisational design. More productive synergy the contribution of individuals is greater in a team than alone. Working in groups is a more natural form of organisation. Key findings of hrs is that people gather together in groups within organisations regardless. Shows introduction of teamwork in a traditional manufacturing organisation. Traditional manager"s role changes from boss to coach Teamwork improves organisational performance overall through better problem-solving and greater efficiency. Group two or more people acting interdependently to achieve a common objective. Strength of the interaction between group members depends on: Exert an important influence over the conduct of group members. Formal placed in a group by organisation. Challenge is to make sure activities of both groups are aligned with the purposes of the organisation. Formal groups intentionally created to achieve an objective set by the organisation itself. May sometimes have a common purpose at odds with what the organisation is trying to achieve.
