A Recent Trend in Organization Models Is the Development of Cross-Functional

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A recent trend in organization models is the development of cross-functional, self-managed teams of employees who work together on a long-term basis.

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Definitions:

Köhler Effect

A phenomenon in group dynamics where less capable members increase their effort when working collectively, motivated by the desire to contribute to the group's success.

Conjunctive Task

A task in which the performance of the group depends on the least capable member, requiring all members to contribute for success.

Social Compensation

The tendency of individuals in a group to work harder to compensate for the perceived lower performance levels of their peers.

Strong Synergy

A situation where combined actions or operations of entities create an outcome greater than the sum of their separate effects.