Asked by eisha tayyab on Jun 08, 2024
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Which is NOT an advantage of cross-functional teams?
A) flexible, efficient deployment of personnel and resources to solve problems as they are discovered
B) improved coordination when people from different functions come together to work on a project at the same time, rather than working on it sequentially
C) decrease in communication barriers, due to the functional diversity of the members, because each function usually has its own jargon and ways of thinking about things
D) ability to view a problem or challenge from different perspectives, rather than from only a narrow functional viewpoint
Cross-functional Teams
Teams composed of members from different departments or areas within an organization, working together on a common project or goal.
Communication Barriers
Obstacles that hinder the transfer and understanding of information between individuals or groups.
Functional Diversity
Variety within a group or organization achieved through including members with different skills, expertise, and perspectives to enhance performance and innovation.
- Recognize the obstacles and benefits linked to interdisciplinary groups and the notion of collective decision-making biases.
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Natalya MynykJun 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
C is not an advantage of cross-functional teams because while these teams can help decrease communication barriers over time, initially, the diversity in jargon and thinking can actually increase communication challenges.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the obstacles and benefits linked to interdisciplinary groups and the notion of collective decision-making biases.