impact of team working

Question 1

benefits to individuals

Answer 1

• experience gained can lead to an increased chance of promotion prospects
• improved support by working together can reduce team members stress levels as work is manageable
• empowering for members and they are given responsibility
• become multi skilled

Question 2

organisation benefits

Answer 2

• gain a competitive edge and more risk taking
• less need for supervision reduces management costs
• improved flexibility as team members can cover eachother therefore less dependent on certain staff

Question 3

drawback of team working

Answer 3

• decisions may be lengthy if weak leader
• training costs may increase if while team needs to attend course rather than select few
• conflict may result in reduced productivity and poor communication
• lack of accountability meaning poor decisions may be made if members feel they won’t be blamed for failure