Competent Team Research Articles

Sales managers' perceptions of interpersonal communication competence in leading AI-integrated sales teams

Adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer the issue for most professional organizations—the question is how to integrate it into the functions and organizational processes. Considering the current integration of AI in work processes, the requirements for sales managers' interpersonal communication competence (ICC) are likely to be modified. However, research on sales management competencies is surprisingly scarce. This longitudinal case study investigates sales managers' perceptions of their ICC needs in leading AI-integrated sales teams in the financial sector. During the years 2019–2024, 35 expert interviews with sales managers were collected from one of Scandinavia's largest financial groups. The findings indicate that AI system integration brought benefits, concerns and communication challenges to sales managers' job content. The main components related to sales managers' ICC in leading AI-integrated sales teams encompass both traditional competencies (motivation, knowledge, communication skills, and adaptability) but also include contextual AI factors and a concern for ethical reflectivity. A component model of managerial interpersonal communication competence in AI-integrated teams (MICCAIT) is produced and its implications are examined. Given the greater reliance on technology, sales managers may increasingly need to place greater emphasis on their empathy and people-oriented skills for the human employees remaining in the workplace.

Implementation of a paraprofessional role across the public health sector in Manitoba: Impacts on system capacity.

Manitoba experiences sexually transmitted and blood-borne infection (STBBI) incidence rates above the national average and fundamental public health sector responses face human resource constraints. Manitoba implemented a paraprofessional role, the Communicable Disease Technician (CD Tech), to complete low-complexity STBBI investigations and support STBBI testing, care engagement initiatives, provider reporting, harm reduction supply distribution, and community engagement. Secondary roles included tuberculosis directly observed treatment (DOT) and virtual DOT, and flu and COVID immunization support. Twenty CD Tech positions were allocated to regional public health teams along with additional Public Health Nurse (PHN) positions to support the role. Mixed methods were used to evaluate the impact on public health system capacity. Follow-up of chlamydia and gonorrhea case investigations increased from 35% to 98%. Volume of contacts followed by public health increased for chlamydia (114%), gonorrhea (33%), and HIV (68%). Health care provider reporting for cases of STBBI and treatment more than doubled (116%). No significant differences in case investigation data quality were found between CD Techs and PHNs. Qualitative interviews by public health staff (n = 24) found CD Techs highly flexible and competent team members who can fill gaps and expand capacity in direct client service, outreach, administration, data entry, or community/partner engagement. Mentorship, ongoing supervision, role clarity, training, and clear practice standards are required to optimize the role. There is potential to expand this innovation and build surge capacity in other areas of public health practice, and other public health jurisdictions.

Implications of The Increase In The Government's Project Budget Ceiling For Construction Managerial In Small Qualified Contractors

The government has issued LKPP regulation No. 11 of 2021 which states that small qualification contractors may handle projects up to 15 billion, which before this regulation came out small contractors could only handle projects with a maximum value of 2,5 billion. The government hopes positively for this restriction, because the gap between large and small construction companies is quite high. In order to compete for large project values, small contractors must be able to reorganize the four managerial stages of construction project implementation, namely Planning, Organizing, Actuating, and Controlling (POAC). For this reason, a study was conducted that aims to analyze the implications of increasing the budget ceiling of government projects on the construction managerial of small qualification contractors. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method by analyzing changes in construction project managerial at each stage of construction project managerial through an in-depth interview process directly with small contractors who handle construction projects worth 5 to 15 billion in fiscal years 2022 and 2023 in the Padang City government. The result of this research is that there are changes in the managerial constructors at the planning stage. At the planning stage the contractor organizes the implementation of the project so that the project can be completed within the agreed time, through the use of Man, Money, Material, Market, Machine, and Method (6M) resources. The resources that change during project implementation at the planning stage are human resources (man). With an increase in the project budget ceiling, small qualification contractors increase the number of team personnel, labor, and team competence in mastering certain competencies to support the implementation of construction projects. While the management of 5M (man, money, material, machine, and method) at the organizing, actuating, and controlling stages, small qualification contractors are able to adjust their construction managerial implementation when the project is still worth under 2,5 billion with a project whose value increases to 15 billion.

The role of the coach developer in the development of sports coaches’ competencies

Background: The paper focuses on the continuous professional development of sports coaches, and the role of informal education and coach developers. Special attention is devoted here to the coach training and development system in Poland. The paper aims to indicate the need for strong support for both informal coach education and the important role of coach developers in professional coach development in Poland and worldwide. Methods: We performed an analysis of secondary data on the system of sports training and continued professional development in Poland. Primary research data on Polish Olympic and Paralympic national team coaches (13 sports), their qualifications, competencies, and views on their continued professional development were also used. The study covered 103 coaches in Olympic or Paralympic sports. The national team coaches surveyed also conducted a self-assessment of their professional development needs, opportunities, and challenges. The method of balance of competencies based on data documenting the stock of knowledge, experience, and social competencies acquired in the learning process of the surveyed coaches was applied. Results: It was found that after completing their formal education, the coaches declared participation in various types of continuous professional development courses and training, while the most valued forms of continued professional development included informal learning, and sharing experiences and good practices with other coaches. Conclusions: The data supports the need to educate more sport coach developers and introduce them to the professional coach development system to guide coaches and facilitate their knowledge and competence acquisition.

The impact of executive team competency-sharing degree on firm innovation performance

In China’s high-quality development context, the key role of executive teams in corporate innovation is increasingly prominent. However, effectively utilizing the synergistic effect of competencies within these teams to boost innovation performance remains a crucial research issue. A sample of 2,350 companies in Shanghai and Shenzhen A-shares from 2010 to 2022 was used to examine the impact of the executive team’s capability-sharing degree on firm innovation performance. The study indicates that the degree of managerial competence sharing, entrepreneurial competence sharing, and technological competence sharing within the executive team positively impacts firm innovation performance. These findings remain robust in the face of variations in dependent variable measures, lagged independent variables, and the propensity score matching method. Environmental dynamism is identified as playing a positive moderating role in the relationship between the influence of managerial, entrepreneurial, and technological capability-sharing degrees and firm innovation performance. Further analysis of heterogeneity reveals that the impact of the executive team’s capability-sharing degree on firms’ innovation performance varies based on the nature of property rights, firm size, and industry competitiveness. This study, grounded in top-level ladder theory, offers a framework for enhancing team capabilities and overcoming growth obstacles through executive team competence sharing.

Rethinking Surgical Safety: Investigating the Impact of Gamified Training on Severe Flow Disruptions in Surgery.

There is a need for effective and engaging training methods to enhance technical and nontechnical skills in robotic-assisted surgery (RAS), where deficiencies can compromise safety and efficiency. This study aims to evaluate the impact of a gamified team training intervention, the "RAS Olympics," on the safety and efficiency of RAS procedures. The study was conducted at a 958-bed tertiary care academic medical center in with a robust robotic surgery program. A total of 56 RAS procedures (general, urology, and gynecology) were included in the analysis, with a mix of procedure types representative of the surgical caseload at the medical center. A pretest posttest experimental design was employed, comparing the frequency and severity of flow disruptions (FD) between preintervention, postintervention without "RAS Olympics" participants, and postintervention with "RAS Olympics" participants. The "RAS Olympics" involved safety hazard identification, troubleshooting, workspace navigation, instrument retrieval, and turnover optimization. Postintervention cases with "RAS Olympics" participants exhibited significantly lower overall FDs compared to the postintervention control group. The reduction was particularly notable during phase 3 (surgeon on console) and in cases involving more severe FDs. Gamified team training interventions may improve the safety and efficiency of RAS procedures. The positive outcomes underscore the potential of innovative and engaging training methods to address the evolving challenges in surgical practice, emphasizing the relevance of gamification in healthcare education. As the healthcare landscape continues to advance, incorporating such interventions may be crucial in ensuring the adaptability and competence of surgical teams.

Epidural Analgesia for Palliative Pain Management for A Patient with An Advanced Stage Prostate Cancer: A Case Report

Introduction: Patients with advanced-stage cancer should be able to stay at home with their families without suffering from pain. This case report aims to discuss challenges in pain management of a patient with bone metastasis of prostate cancer who received epidural analgesia at home. Challenges were related to the patients, health professionals, and system. Understanding each factor will bring insights to develop a workable pain management program in the palliative setting. Case Presentation: A 66-year-old male was diagnosed with left sacroiliac joint pain due to metastatic prostate cancer. After a three-year history of prostate cancer and ineffective chemotherapy, the patient complained of pain in the left hip that did not improve with conventional medications (paracetamol, tramadol, and Morphine Sustained Release/MST). In response, the consideration of an epidural implant emerged as a potential solution, offering the prospect of home-based care and autonomous medication administration through an epidural continuous block with intermittent drug injection. Conclusions: This case highlights home-based interventional pain management for cancer, addressing challenges at the patient, health professional, and system level. Overcoming these challenges requires a multidisciplinary approach and robust institutional policies. The insights gained offer valuable lessons for hospitals aiming to enhance the competence of pain and palliative care teams and establish comprehensive support systems in hospital and home settings.

Which actions contribute to the development of an interprofessional learning and working culture in nursing homes? A realist action study

ObjectiveInsights about what actions contributed to the development of an interprofessional learning and working culture were lacking for nursing homes. This study aimed to provide insight into the context and...

Enhancing Emergency Response: The Role of Collective Competence in Epidemiological Teams for Effective Laboratory Data Collection and Analysis

Background: Health systems globally face ncreasing challenges from health crises and epidemic threats, necessitating the pivotal role of epidemiological teams in emergency response. This study investigates the significance of collective competence within these teams, focusing on their ability to collect, analyze, and manage laboratory data effectively. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study design was used to survey epidemiological teams in Saudi Arabia. A structured questionnaire was developed based on existing literature and distributed electronically to participants. Data analysis was performed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), using descriptive and inferential statistics to summarize participant characteristics and explore associations between variables. Results: A total of 208 epidemiological teams member completed the questionnaire, yielding insights into their The Role of Collective Competence in Epidemiological Teams. The findings reveal high levels of agreement regarding the effectiveness of management approaches, knowledge sharing, and team collaboration, with the average score exceeding 4.0 on a 5-point scale. Notably, team efficacy was found to significantly enhance the efficiency of laboratory data collection and analysis, accounting for approximately 25.9% of the variance in efficacy. Discussion: These findings underscore the need to invest in developing team competencies within epidemiological teams to improve emergency response capabilities. The study provides practical insights into enhancing team collaboration and coordination, ultimately contributing to more effective public health interventions in future health crises.

Analysis of the Laboratory and In-Competition Characteristics of Adolescent Motocross (MX) Riders: An In Situ Case Study

Motocross is one of the most popular high-speed motorcycle races, which takes place on a naturally closed track with significant challenges. This study aimed to characterize anthropometric, circulatory, and lower and upper limb muscle properties based on laboratory and race-recorded characteristics. Male competitors (n = 3) aged 14 years (MX) were included in the study. All three boys have national and international experience. Metabolic characteristics (ventilation, oxygen consumption, and carbon dioxide production) and heart rate (HR) were measured in the laboratory while HR and speed were measured while racing. No significant difference was found between the three competitors in terms of HR during the race. In terms of number of sprints (No. sprint) and maximum speed (Speedmax), we found the most successful runner (highest finisher) to have the most sprints and maximum speed. Comparing the metabolic characteristics, it was found that racing was between the respiratory breakpoint (VT1) and the respiratory compensation point (RCP), but, in several cases, crossed the anaerobic threshold. While motocross riders are exposed to extreme conditions and high physical demands, in motorsport, victories depend not only on the athlete’s physical abilities but also on several factors such as driving technique, mental effort, equipment efficiency and resistance, race strategy, and team competence.

Teamwork Training: Practicing Skills of Primary Resuscitation and Stabilization of a Newborn in the Delivery Room

The quality and safety of medical care in modern medicine are determined by the level of formation of team competence of clinical specialists. The article describes 8 years of experience in the formation of good practice and interaction of an educational institution for advanced training of medical workers with city medical institutions of the obstetric profile and obstetric departments that are part of the FAP and the Central District Hospital of the Omsk Region using the example of simulation trainings of team interaction in primary resuscitation of a newborn in the delivery room.

Organizing Students' Online Teamwork for Sustainable Development

The article tackles the problem of developing students' teamwork competence in e-learning environments. The aim of the study is to substantiate the methodological foundations for successful organization of students' online teamwork. The article contains the results of the pilot study that was conducted to investigate the challenges of online teamwork and formulate the correspondent recommendations for instructors on how to successfully develop students' team competence online. The study resulted in clarifying the component composition of the team competence, reasoning the psychological basis for organizing students' distance teamwork, and formulating pedagogical approaches to the successful organization of online teamwork. Also, several digital tools and instructions techniques are mentioned as recommended for avoiding the difficulties and challenges that were mentioned by the respondents in the survey. The obtained data can be used for theoretical substantiation of pedagogical models for organizing educational teamwork in distance and blended learning for sustainable development.

To Study the Factors Affecting the Sustainable Employment of Human Resources in the Construction Industry

Organizational executives have always taken care of the sustainable employment of their employees. It is a part of the responsibility of the manager to form a competent team and team and to continue their sustainable operation. Since the beginning of the 21st century, the construction industry and the mining industry have been investing the most in Mongolia's economy. Stable employment of skilled workers has become the most important factor in creating the image of the country and the comfort of the people. The increase in turnover and turnover of employees not only increases the cost of the organization, but also leads to a lack of skills and knowledge, resulting in a shortage of human resources and a decrease in the ability to overcome competition. In recent years, since the COVID-19, there has been a lot of staff turnover due to the difficult working environment in the construction industry. This article examines the external and internal environmental factors that affect the sustainable employment of construction industry employees and calculates the relationship between them. In the research, a questionnaire survey was taken from construction industry executives, and the results were calculated using SPSS23 and Smart PLS programs. According to the results, the managers believed that the external environment has a strong positive relationship and the internal environment factors have a positive relationship with the sustainable employment of human resources in the construction industry.

Non-Maleficence toward Young Kidney Donors: A Call for Stronger Ethical Standards and Associated Factors in Multidisciplinary Nephrology Teams.

The rising frequency of live kidney donations is accompanied by growing ethical concerns as to donor autonomy, the comprehensiveness of disclosure, and donors' understanding of long-term consequences. To explore donors' satisfaction with the ethical competence of multi-professional nephrology teams regarding disclosure of donation consequences to live kidney donors. A cross-sectional study was performed among Israeli live kidney donors who had donated a kidney in two hospitals that belonged to the Ministry of Health's Transplantation Center one year after the donation, from December 2018 to December 2020. Data collection was conducted online and through face-to-face interviews with the donors in their native language (Hebrew or Arabic). Overall, 91 live kidney donors aged 18-49 years were enrolled. Of those, 65.9% were males, and 54.9% were academic donors. Among the live kidney donors, 59.3% reported that the motivation behind the donation was a first-degree family member vs. 35.2% altruistic and 5.5% commercial. Only 13.2% reported that the provided disclosure adequately explained the possible consequences of living with a single kidney. Approximately 20% of the participants reported that the disclosure included information regarding their risk of developing ESRD, hypertension, and proteinuria. The donors reported a low mean of the index score that indicates a low follow-up by the physician after the donation (mean = 1.16, SD = 0.37). The mean GFR level was significantly lower in the post-donation period one year following a kidney donation (117.8 mL/min/1.73 m2) compared with the pre-donation period (84.0 mL/min/1.73 m2), p < 0.001. Our findings display that donors' satisfaction with the ethical competence of multi-professional nephrology teams regarding the disclosure of donation consequences to live kidney donors is low. This study indicates that donors are at an increased risk of worsening kidney functions (creatinine and GFR), and BMI. Our findings underscore the imperative to advise donors that their condition may worsen over time and can result in complications; thus, they should be monitored during short and long-term follow-up periods. This study was not registered.

New tools for learning airway management

INTRODUCTION Game-based learning, also called edutainment, has been promoted as an alternative to the unidirectional, passive teaching of traditional medical education. Solving enigmas and problems through creativity and critical thinking, which is encapsulated in ‘escape rooms’, has been adapted to teach medicine as a way to enhance the mental models of proceeding. We considered an educational escape room as an activity to promote teaching and training in airway management, integrating knowledge, technical and nontechnical skills and collaborative teamwork during crisis situations. METHODS No published experience on this topic was found. Therefore, we created an educational escape room focused on airway management. We describe the steps undertaken from the design and development of the escape room process (as part of the curriculum of an international airway course) to the results of a survey completed by the participants at the end of the escape room process. RESULTS Satisfaction with the experience was rated at least 8 points (0 to 10 numerical rating scale) by 80% of the 147 course participants. Two thirds also rated the experience as at least 8 points (0 to 10 Likert scale) as being helpful in improving behaviour in real cases, and enhance organisational teamwork skills. CONCLUSION The airway escape room was feasible for training in airway management. Participants rated it as valuable to gain team competencies. The experience encourages further development and its possible use in other clinical settings.

Nurses on shacking ground-A qualitative study of Danish dermatology and allergology nurses' experiences of relocation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To investigate dermatology and allergology nurses' experiences of relocation from an outpatient clinic to a newly established COVID-19 infectious disease ward. A phenomenological-hermeneutical approach was applied. Three focus groups with nurses were conducted from June to August 2020. Data were analysed in accordance with Ricoeur's theory of interpretation. The relocation represented a challenging period that involved uncertainty and evoked feelings of excitement and dedication towards the nursing profession. Nurses felt obligated to help; however, they also experienced that they did not have a say in the relocation. The placement on the infectious disease ward was characterized by adaptations in three areas: unfamiliar working environment, unfamiliar team competencies and inadequate nursing training. E-learning training was experienced as insufficient, as it did not enhance the nurses' specific competencies or confidence in caring for patients with COVID-19. The relocation of nurses from an outpatient clinic to a new COVID-19 infectious disease ward created a dilemma between nurses' sense of duty and their right to self-determination. A prompt relocation into a newly established unfamiliar field caused frustrations because there were no unspoken rules to rely on. Managers should take nurses' experiences and perceptions under careful consideration and strive for more involvement in future scenarios. No patient or public contribution.

Teamship Competence

Team competency is an important aspect in achieving overall team and organizational success. This research aims to explain the concept of team competency, highlighting the importance of individual skills and collaboration in achieving optimal performance in teams. Team competencies include the skills, knowledge, attitudes, and individual characteristics that contribute to the team's ability to achieve goals effectively. Strong individual skills, such as effective communication, problem-solving abilities, good leadership, and adaptability to change, are essential in building solid team competencies. In addition, good collaboration between team members, including the ability to work together, listen, give and receive feedback, is also an important factor in achieving high team performance.

Pengaruh Team Member Exchange, Komptensi terhadap Produktivitas Kerja dengan Kepuasan Kerja sebagai Variabel Intervening

This research aims to analyses the influence of Team Member Exchange (TMX) and Competency on the Work Productivity of PT Techmicron Batam City with Job Satisfaction as an intervening variable. Data was collected from 100 employees of PT Techmicron Batam City using a questionnaire. The data analysis techniques used are multiple linear regression and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). The research results show that Team Member Exchange (TMX) has a positive but not significant effect on Employee Work Productivity, Team Member Exchange (TMX) has a positive and significant effect on Job Satisfaction, Competency has a positive and significant effect on Employee Work Productivity, Competency has a positive and significant effect on Employee Job Satisfaction, Job Satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on the Work Productivity of PT Techmicron Batam City Employees. The implications of this research are the importance of compensation in building job satisfaction so that it can increase employee work productivity, as well as the importance of building Team Member Exchange (TMX) relationships in increasing employee job satisfaction.

The Role of Leadership Strategy in Facing Blockchain Technology in the Defense Industry in Indonesia

The development of a robust defense industry is crucial for national security, requiring a balance between nationalism, strategic leadership, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain. This paper explores the significance of blockchain in revolutionizing the Indonesian defense industry, emphasizing its potential to enhance transparency, accountability, security, and efficiency. The research employs descriptive qualitative methods, utilizing diaries, literature reviews, and various references. The leadership strategy for effective blockchain integration is outlined, including a clear vision, understanding of blockchain technology, proper implementation, leader commitment, and adaptability. The defense industry's ability to adapt to evolving blockchain technology is emphasized, requiring a competent team and a culture supporting innovation. Leadership strategies are further detailed, emphasizing the importance of research and development, partnerships with other industries, and socialization and education to stakeholders. These strategies aim to increase competence, accelerate development, enhance collaboration, and build trust in blockchain technology within the defense industry

OTHR-09. HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS’ PERSPECTIVES ON MALAYSIA-SINGAPORE VIRTUAL PEDIATRIC NEURO-ONCOLOGY TUMOR BOARD MEETING

Abstract BACKGROUND Virtual pediatric neuro-oncology tumor board meetings have been reported to be highly beneficial in improving the delivery of high-quality care for childhood central nervous system (CNS) tumors. However, such meetings are lacking in the Asia Pacific region. Hence, we initiated the first pediatric neuro-oncology online platform in the Asia Pacific region in January 2019, and we aimed to describe the participants’ perception of the virtual tumor board meetings. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed all cases from January 2019 to December 2023 and conducted a web-based survey to all participants in December 2023. Centers that presented more than five cases were invited to assess the impact of virtual meetings. RESULTS Fifty-four meetings have been conducted over five years. A total of 160 cases were presented by 20 institutions from six Asian countries, which include Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Vietnam, India, and Taiwan. Thirty participants responded to the survey. Majority of them attended the meetings to enhance their knowledge in pediatric neuro-oncology (96.7%), to learn evidence-based management (83.3%), and to build connections with regional colleagues and international experts (53.3%). Almost all concluded that tumor board meetings improved treatment decisions, addressed challenges of complex CNS tumor cases, and promoted continuity of care with appropriate post-surgical chemotherapy administration and surveillance investigations after completion of treatment. The main reason for case discussion was diagnostic difficulties followed by multimodal treatment advice (85.7%). More than 25% of management changes were observed in pathological diagnosis and treatment approaches. All the hospitals reported that the online case discussions improved pediatric neuro-oncology service delivery capacity and increased local team competence. CONCLUSION Virtual pediatric neuro-oncology tumor board meetings facilitated improvement in pathological diagnosis and multimodal treatment approach. The establishment of virtual CNS tumor board meetings is an effective way to seek international expert advice and promote pediatric neuro-oncology education in our region.