cross-functional
adjective
WORKPLACEukusinvolvingpeopleordepartmentswho do differenttypesofworkfor the samecompany:
Mostcorporationsunderstandthe need to usecross-functionalteamsfordevelopingnewtechnologiesandproducts.
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This is known as across-functionalapproach, and it gives the necessary degree of flexibility for the powers to achieve their objective.
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This new model, in which work is done primarily bycross-functionalteams, requires a new set of skills, including influencing, active listening, and conflict management.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.To be truly effective, it must also becross-functional, promoting cooperation along the value stream, within and between business functions.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.In software development, the core of the workcell is thecross-functionalteam.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.Leadership can be a significant challenge withcross-functionalteams.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.However, if used with common sense risk registers are a useful tool to stimulatecross-functionaldebate and cooperation.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.Another suggestion is for the use ofcross-functionalteams to achieve breakthrough innovations.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.The broad nature of itscross-functionalimpact suggests that firms would benefit by improving internal integration efforts.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.Key elements of organizational integration include standardized metrics, regular information sharing,cross-functionaldepartment collaboration, and collaborative processes.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.Also, a process can becross-functional, i.e. it ranges over several business functions.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.Thesecross-functionalactivities have increased significantly in number and importance, due to the growth of complexity and dependence.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.The traditional modeling tools were developed to illustrate time and cost, while modern tools focus oncross-functionalactivities.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.An inherent benefit of across-functionalteam is the breadth of knowledge brought to the group by each member.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.In business today, innovation is a leading competitive advantage andcross-functionalteams promote innovation through a creative collaboration process.
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This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license.Each process is managed by across-functionalteam including representatives from logistics, production, purchasing, finance, marketing, and research and development.
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