An Integrated Model for Team Dynamics for Enhanced Collaboration and Performance
subject: Organizational structure; Team dynamics
description: The CTF model introduces a new approach to team organization, inspired by the atomic structure of carbon. This interdisciplinary model combines organizational psychology, team dynamics research, and chemistry principles. The paper evaluates current team models, such as Belbins team roles, Hackmans model of team effectiveness, and the GRPI model, emphasizing their strengths and weaknesses. CTF expands on these frameworks while addressing their limitations. It consists of a productivity core (similar to protons and neutrons) and critique networks (similar to electrons), connected by Team Cohesion Factors. Unlike previous models that focus on specific aspects, CTF provides a comprehensive structure that integrates leadership, execution, and feedback mechanisms. It balances a hierarchical structure with collaborative input, including internal and external feedback systems. Inspired by the adaptability of carbon, the model is suitable for dynamic environments. Although it shows promise in addressing the limitations of previous models, CTF needs empirical validation. This paper lays out the theoretical basis of CTF, compares it with existing frameworks, explores its potential benefits and limitations, and outlines future research directions. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025.
creator: Honnalli, Vivain; Lajwanti, M.; Stephen, S.; Jaheer Mukthar, K.P.
source: Studies in Systems, Decision and Control;Volume;236;pp.767-778
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
date: 01-01-2025
rights: Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
relation: ISSN: 21984182;
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Honnalli V., CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India; Lajwanti M., CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India; Stephen S., CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India; Jaheer Mukthar K.P., Kristu Jayanti College, Autonomous, Bangalore, India