Cross Functional Teams
by Glenn M. Parker
211 pages, Published by Jossey-Bass.
A definitive guide to effective collaborations, Cross-Functional Teams is
about meeting challenges -- challenges such as bridge-building, rising above
communication blocks, forging common goals and empowering teams. Glen Parker's
pointers come from a study of over one hundred companies that have successfully
used cross-functional teams. Containing a wealth of advice, the book shows how
to achieve organizational goals by igniting individual creativity and
initiative; exploit the competitive advantages inherent in cross-functional
teams; build a successful cross-functional team with an effective leader, a
clear purpose, an effective training plan, diverse membership, and practical
resources; recognize and dismantle team obstacles; and reward team performance
and tackle the sticky issue of performance appraisals.
A full range of topics are covered. From competitive advantage; strategy;
empowerment of teams; and team pay for team play to learning as a team event,
the book makes available the essential tools for developing cross-functional
teams. Also included is a tool kit of assessment surveys, worksheets,
checklists, sample training programs, an annotated reading list and
comprehensive references. Of special interest is Parker's top ten ways to
ensure team failure. All in all an inspiring blueprint for senior management,
team leaders, team members or human resource professionals.
Buy the book:
Canada: buy through Amazon.ca: CDN$47.05
International: buy through Amazon.com: US$32.00
