In Dynamic Reteaming by Heidi Helfand, five key patterns of reteaming (team restructuring) are identified. These patterns help teams adapt to change in fast-moving organizations. Here’s a summary of the five patterns described in the book:
These patterns emphasize flexibility and adaptability in response to business and organizational needs, supporting the idea that reteaming is a natural part of an organization’s growth and evolution.
Essentials
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Grow and Split
A team grows too large and splits into smaller teams to maintain efficiency and carry on legacy and culture.
Isolation
A smaller team is isolated from an existing team to focus on a specific task or project, often for specialized attention on critical work.
Merge
Merge involves combining two or more teams into a single unit to enhance collaboration and resource pooling, while requiring careful integration of team cultures.
One by One
Reteaming occurs when team dynamics shift due to the addition or departure of members, impacting perspectives and ideas over time.
Switch
Switching team members between different teams fosters knowledge sharing and skill development but may disrupt continuity if not managed properly.
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