Issues Addressed
When to Use
Tiger Teams
Tiger Teams are specialized, cross-functional groups formed to tackle specific, high-priority challenges within an organization, leveraging diverse expertise to drive rapid problem-solving and innovation.
Origins
Implementation Details
Formation and Operation
Tiger Teams are formed by selecting members with diverse skills and expertise relevant to the challenge at hand. These teams operate with a high degree of autonomy and are empowered to make decisions quickly.
Key Characteristics
- Cross-Functional: Members from different departments bring varied perspectives.
- Autonomous: Operate independently with clear objectives and authority.
- Goal-Oriented: Focused on solving specific, high-priority problems.
Best Practices
- Clearly define the problem and objectives.
- Select team members based on skills and experience relevant to the challenge.
- Provide the team with the necessary resources and authority to act.
- Set a timeline for achieving objectives and regularly review progress.
- Encourage open communication and collaboration within the team.
Implementation Steps
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Identify a critical challenge or opportunity.
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Select diverse team members with relevant expertise.
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Define clear objectives and success criteria.
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Empower the team with decision-making authority.
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Monitor progress and provide support as needed.
Usage
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Benefits
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rapid problem-solving
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enhanced innovation
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improved collaboration
Considerations
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requires clear objectives
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needs strong leadership
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may cause resource allocation challenges