How Does a Cross-Functional Team Help Reduce the Functional Chimneys

question 58

Multiple Choice

How does a cross-functional team help reduce the functional chimneys problem?

• A) By giving the team members the right of self-management and thus the right to work in different departments
• B) By bringing together people from across functions and thus eliminating the "wall" that may otherwise limit communication through departments and functions
• C) By encouraging an unofficial network in which members can build relationships and share interests
• D) By making individual contributions more visible and thus controlling social loafing
• E) By increasing the motivation of the members and thus increasing work efficiency

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