The potential benefits of self-managing teams include productivity and quality improvements, production flexibility, and faster response to technological change, but not reduced absenteeism and turnover or improved work attitudes and quality of work life.

Self-Managing Teams

Groups of employees who are provided with the autonomy to plan, execute, and control their own workflows and tasks without direct supervision.

Technological Change

Innovations in the way goods or services are produced, delivered, or utilized, often leading to efficiency gains or new capabilities.

Absenteeism

Refers to the consistent absence of an employee from their job without a valid reason, which can impact productivity and morale.