Team Dynamics Research Articles

Assessing the Psychometric Properties of the Dynomight™ MBTI: A Comparative Analysis with the Original Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

This study evaluates the validity and reliability of the Dynomight™ MBTI, an innovative adaptation of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), in comparison with the original MBTI. Employing a quantitative research design, the study involved administering both the original MBTI and the Dynomight™ MBTI to participants from the Tulua institution. The primary objective was to assess the criterion concurrent validity and test-retest reliability of the Dynomight™ MBTI over a 6-week period. Results indicated a high degree of correlation between the two instruments across all personality axes, demonstrating the Dynomight™ MBTI's strong alignment with established MBTI constructs. Notably, the Dynomight™ MBTI's expanded categorization system, which includes a borderline category, addresses key critiques of the original MBTI's binary classification system and reliability concerns. The study found that the Dynomight™ MBTI effectively captures the spectrum and fluidity of personality traits, offering a more inclusive and adaptable approach to personality assessment. The study concludes that the Dynomight™ MBTI represents a significant advancement in personality assessment tools, providing valuable insights for personal development, team dynamics, and psychological research.

An automated content-based measure of closed loop communication among critical care air transport teams.

Successful teamwork is essential to ensure critical care air transport (CCAT) patients receive effective care. Despite the importance of team performance, current training methods rely on subjective performance assessments and do not evaluate performance at the team level. Researchers have developed the Team Dynamics Measurement System (TDMS) to provide real-time, objective measures of team coordination to assist trainers in providing CCAT aircrew with feedback to improve performance. The first iteration of TDMS relied exclusively on communication flow patterns (i.e., who was speaking and when) to identify instances of various communication types such as closed loop communication (CLC). The research presented in this paper significantly advances the TDMS project by incorporating natural language processing (NLP) to identify CLC. The addition of NLP to the existing TDMS resulted in greater accuracy and fewer false alarms in identifying instances of CLC compared to the previous flow-based implementation. We discuss ways in which these improvements will facilitate instructor feedback and support further refinement of the TDMS.

Role of Mobile Health Team in Implementation of Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram: A Study of Shimla District of Himachal Pradesh

The Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram, launched by the Government of India, endeavors to ensure holistic healthcare for children up to the age of 18 years. Given the diverse and often challenging geographical terrain of Shimla District, the deployment of mobile health teams becomes imperative in reaching remote and underserved areas. This research paper investigates the pivotal role played by mobile health teams in the successful implementation of the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (a National Child Health Program) in the context of Shimla District of Himachal Pradesh. The overarching objective of this study is to provide a nuanced understanding of how mobile health teams contribute to the success of this vital public health initiative, specifically tailored to address the health needs of children and adolescents. The research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing interviews, surveys, and observational data to assess the role of these teams on the children health outcomes in the region. The study places particular emphasis on preventive and promotive healthcare measures implemented by these mobile health teams. By focusing on early detection of health issues and timely interventions, the research aims to assess the overall improvement in health outcomes among the targeted demographic. The findings of this research are expected to contribute significantly to the existing body of knowledge on public health interventions, specifically within the realm of child health. The nuanced understanding of the operational dynamics of mobile health teams in Shimla District can serve as a blueprint for refining similar initiatives in diverse geographic and demographic settings. Moreover, the insights garnered from this study may inform policy decisions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and impact of mobile health teams in the broader landscape of public health programs.

Evaluating the impact of a blended interprofessional education course on students' attitudes towards interprofessional education: a pre-post study.

Since 2011, five educational and healthcare institutions have implemented a short interprofessional education (IPE) course to bring together undergraduates from five disciplines. To meet the logistical challenges of IPE implementation, more specifically, the large number of classrooms needed to gather students together and the need for human resources to guide learning activities, a face-to-face IPE course was redesigned into a blended (online and face-to-face collaborative learning activities) IPE course. In March 2023, 183 medical, 378 nursing, 46 radiologic technology, 69 physiotherapy, and 74 occupational therapy students participated in a one-day IPE blended course to learn interprofessional team functioning and dynamics, role clarification and responsibilities of other professions, and interprofessional communication skills. This study aimed to assess students' changes in attitudes towards IPE after being involved in a large-scale interprofessional blended learning course. A before-after study was conducted using a French translation of the validated questionnaire "University of West of England Interprofessional Questionnaire" (UWE-IP questionnaire). Students' attitudes towards interprofessional (IP) relationships and IP learning were measured before and after the course. In March 2023, two hundred fifty-six students from five professions answered two subscales of the UWE-IP questionnaire before and after the course (response rate 34%). Students' attitudes towards IP relationships improved significantly after the course. The score on this subscale (min 8; max 24) changed from 11.18 (SD 2,67) before the course to 10,38 (SD 2,55) after the course, indicating a significant improvement in attitudes towards IP relationships (p < 0,001). More specifically, students had more positive attitudes on the item "I have a good understanding of the roles of different health and social care professionals." and the item "I feel that I am respected by people from other health and social care disciplines." after the course. A positive change in students' attitudes towards IP learning was observed, but the results were not significative. A face-to-face IPE course redesigned as a blended course helped overcome existing challenges to implementing an IPE course. The results suggest a blended IPE course improves students' attitudes towards interprofessionality.

Nurturing teamwork and team dynamics in a hybrid work model

PurposeWe aimed to analyze the impact of the transition to the hybrid model of teamwork and team dynamics from the perspective of the five key challenges, i.e. communication, coordination, connection, creativity and culture.Design/methodology/approachTo achieve the stated aim, we conducted a literature review and then an exploratory qualitative study. We split the research into phases: December 2021 to January 2022 and July to August 2022. In the first phase, we conducted computer-assisted online interviews (CAWIs) with all members of the remote team and an in-depth interview with the manager. After the transition from remote to hybrid work in February 2022, we returned to the team to conduct in-depth interviews with team leaders and the manager.FindingsWe identified key findings, i.e. managerial implications of differences across the 5 Cs (communication, coordination, connection, creativity and culture) noted in the functioning of the analyzed team as the team shifted from fully remote work to the hybrid work model.Research limitations/implicationsWe concluded that if people do not spend time together and are not impregnated with the unique culture and values of a given organization, they will not feel a connection to its distinctive ethos and may choose to leave. In the longer-term, the last challenge may be the biggest single opportunity for employees post-pandemic and concurrently the single biggest challenge that organizational leadership will need to address, given that sustainable market success depends on talent.Originality/valueThe results showed that team communication, teamwork coordination, social and emotional connections among team members, nurturing of creativity, as well as of the organizational culture were of high importance to the team in the hybrid work model. Thus, we confirmed the findings of other authors. The study contributes to our understanding of the impact of the hybrid work model on teamwork and team dynamics and provides some guidance on how organizations can mitigate these, in particular through the team manager.

Speaking up on attending ward rounds: a qualitative study of internal medicine residents

Attending rounds are a core educational component of learning in teaching hospitals. Speaking up in this context has not been explored among medical residents. We aimed to understand residents’ perspectives on speaking up about their own clinical reasoning during attending rounds. This was a qualitative study performed at a single teaching hospital. We selected a random sample of 45 internal medicine residents among 141 in the training program, among whom 21 accepted the invitation to participate. Semi-structured interviews were conducted over Zoom. We performed thematic analysis within a social constructionist epistemology to develop codes, categories, and themes. Analysis continued until thematic saturation was achieved. We interviewed 21 residents, including 9 interns, 7 junior residents, and 5 senior residents. Residents described factors related to team culture, team dynamics, knowledge and experience, domain of patient care, and structure of rounds that influence speaking up during rounds. We identified four themes that were critical for speaking up: (1) promoting a culture of learning; (2) creating psychological safety; (3) developing self-efficacy; and (4) fostering resident autonomy. Feedback from the attending, particularly nonverbal cues perceived as negative, played a prominent role in preventing residents from speaking up. We identified factors for speaking up among residents during attending rounds. Feedback conveyed during attending rounds influenced the culture of learning, psychological safety, and residents’ self-efficacy, which impacted residents’ motivation to speak up. Ward attendings should be mindful of verbal and nonverbal forms of feedback on rounds.

Environments that promote recovery in acute care mental health: nursing perspectives explored through interpretative description

Background A significant change in mental health care has involved the need to implement recovery-oriented practices and services. However, recovery-oriented care has been poorly defined within acute care mental health settings. Objectives The central aims of the study were to increase knowledge about what constitutes a recovery-oriented environment within contemporary acute care units and to inform recovery-oriented nursing practice. Methods Interpretative description was applied to answer the question: What strategies and resources do nurses identify as being most conducive to fostering a recovery-oriented environment in acute care mental health units? Purposive sampling was used to recruit 11 nurses from 6 acute care units. The inclusion criteria included a minimum of 1-year patients and holding active nursing registration. Nursing experience in community-based or chronic care settings and with children and adolescents were exclusion criteria. Six nurses also participated in a focus group. Results: Key aspects of a recovery-oriented acute care environment included understanding the needs of individual patients along with the dynamics of the healthcare team. Nurses had important roles in promoting recovery-oriented environments and reported a need for increased resources to move beyond the bio-medical model and align practice with personal recovery. Conclusion: A recovery-oriented environment was described as a safe, peaceful and holistic environment with adequate space to balance needs for privacy, interaction and activity. This environment is fostered through respectful communication and healthy relationships among team members, patients, family and formal supports. These nurses had the knowledge, skill and desire to promote recovery-oriented environments, yet resources such as leisure activities and group therapy were required to promote personal recovery.

DESCRIPTIVE ANALYSIS ON THE ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE MUSIC TEAM IN A WORSHIP

The present study is conducted to explore the roles and functions of the worship music team as shown at the curch of GPdI Karmel Tataaran II. This qualitative study uses primary and secondary data. The primary data are obtained through interview from the members of the church and the members of the music team of the church. The primary data are also collected through direct observation. On the other hand, the secondary data comes from the documentation of the previous relevant research and the digital sources from the internet. The obtained data are then analyzed using interactive data analysis which consists of the steps of data reduction, data display, and conclusion or verification. The findings show that the worship music team at the church of GPdI Karmel Tataaran II has a very important role in the worship experiences of the church members. The worship music team help the church members to have praying experiences full of happiness, to have a close relationship with the God, and to create a harmonic and happy atmosphere during the worship. The findings have important implications for the development of church worship and the enhancement of the music team's role in supporting worship objectives. Theoretically and practically, this research contributes to further understanding of the dynamics of music teams in Pentecostal churches.

Effective Management of Construction Project Team: Identifying Leadership Qualities and Responsibilities

Leadership within construction project teams is a critical aspect of effective project management, yet a comprehensive understanding of essential leadership qualities and responsibilities remains elusive in academic discourse. This research addresses this gap by identifying key leadership characteristics crucial for the efficient management of construction teams. The study objectives include exploring essential leadership characteristics and filling the gap in the leadership literature specific to the construction industry. This study employed a qualitative data collection and analysis approach involving in-depth interviews with nine seasoned professionals from diverse construction-related roles and organizations. The findings reveal that emotional intelligence and relationship building are paramount for creating a collaborative and innovative work environment. Empowerment and inclusivity foster team initiative and diversity, although caution is warranted to mitigate potential negative impacts on role stress and unethical behavior. Recognition and appreciation of team contributions contribute to morale and motivation, while continuous learning encourages adaptability and growth. Precise goal setting and efficient communication are foundational for focused and responsive team dynamics, while delegation and trust-building strategies promote collaboration and cohesion. Finally, prioritizing employee well-being ensures a positive and healthy work environment conducive to sustained engagement. The study contributes valuable insights into leadership characteristics vital for constructing teams' optimal functioning and management. The multifaceted nature of construction project management is highlighted, emphasizing the need for leaders to possess a diverse skill set to navigate the complexities of team dynamics in the construction industry. The findings provide actionable knowledge for practitioners and scholars, fostering a more holistic comprehension of effective ......

How narcissism relates to upward-status disagreement in virtual project design teams

ABSTRACT Despite people’s adeptness at discerning group members’ status, disagreements over who ranks higher (i.e., upward-status disagreement; USD) are frequent. In this study, we evaluated how different dimensions of narcissism, which are intertwined with the pursuit of status, relate to status attainment, perception, and ultimately USDs. Following virtual task-oriented teams across three time points, we found that narcissistic admiration did not relate to status attainment or perception, yet was linked to early and consistent involvement in USDs. In contrast, narcissistic rivalry predicted other-status devaluation across all time points and a decrease in absolute status over time. The findings reveal how distinct dimensions of narcissism differentially contribute to status dynamics in teams across different stages of social interaction.

A Purposeful Approach to LMX Differentiation: The Role of LMX With Key Members

A central idea in the leader-member exchange (LMX) literature is that leaders, due to the limited organizational and personal resources available to them, often struggle with developing and maintaining high-quality exchange relationships with all of their members. As a natural consequence, leaders typically form high-quality relationships with a select few members—often those who seem likable or are similar to the leader—while maintaining formal and distant relationships (i.e., low-quality LMX) with others. This form of differentiated treatment of members creates tensions in team dynamics. In this paper, we propose that leaders can mitigate the downsides of leader-member exchange differentiation (LMXD) for team dynamics by being more purposeful and strategic in how they differentiate in their treatment of members. Specifically, we posit that when leaders strategically develop high-quality LMX relationships with key members—individuals occupying influential positions in team social networks—such key members will engage in behaviors that buffer the negative impact of LMXD on team dynamics. Our framework integrates LMX theory with perspectives from social networks research to illustrate how strategic differentiation influences task and relational team dynamics. Finally, we discuss recommendations for empirically testing, theoretical extensions, and practical implications of this framework.

COVID-induced virtual teams: A phenomenon-based framework and methodological advice for studying novel events

PurposeWe conceptualized the novel phenomenon of COVID-induced virtual teams and its implications and provided researchers with the required information on how to conduct a phenomenon-based study for conceptualizing novel phenomena in relevant ways.Design/methodology/approachThis article stems from phenomenon-based and, thus, theory-building and grounded qualitative research in the German industrial sector. We conducted 47 problem-centered interviews in two phases (February–July 2021 and February–July 2022) to understand how team members and team leaders experienced COVID-induced virtual teamwork and its subsequent developments.FindingsEmpirically, we found COVID-induced virtual teams to be characterized by a high relevance of shaping positive team dynamics via steering internal moderators; crisis is a novel external moderator and transformation becomes the key output factor to be leveraged. Work-from-home leads to specific configuration needs and interrelations between work-from-home and on-site introduce additional dynamics. Methodologically, the phenomenon-based approach is found to be highly suitable for studying the effects of such novel phenomena.Research limitations/implicationsThis article is explorative. Thus, we advocate further research on related novel phenomena, such as post-COVID-hybrid and work-from-home teams. A model of how to encourage positive dynamics in post-COVID-hybrid teams is developed and lays the groundwork for further studies on post-COVID teamwork. Concerning methodology, researchers are provided with information on how to conduct phenomenon-based research on novel phenomena, such as the COVID-induced virtual teams that we studied.Practical implicationsCompanies receive advice on how to encourage positive dynamics in post-COVID teamwork, e.g. on identifying best practices and resilient individuals.Social implicationsIn a country such as Germany that faces labor shortages, our insights might facilitate better labor-market integration for those with care-work obligations and international workers.Originality/valueWe offer a first conceptualization of a relevant novel phenomenon, namely COVID-induced virtual teams. We exemplify the phenomenon-based approach as a suitable methodology that serves to build relevant theory using active categorization.

How do residents respond to uncertainty with peers and supervisors in multidisciplinary teams? Insights from simulations with epistemic fidelity

BackgroundResidents struggle to express clinical uncertainty, often exhibiting negative cognitive, behavioral, and emotional responses to uncertainty when engaging with patients or supervisors. However, the Integrative Model of Uncertainty Tolerance posits that individuals may have positive or negative responses to perceived uncertainty. Situational characteristics, such as interactions with other health professionals, can impact whether the response is positive or negative. The team context in which residents interact with resident peers and supervisors could represent varying situational characteristics that enable a spectrum of responses to uncertainty. Understanding the situational characteristics of multidisciplinary teams that allow residents to display positive responses to perceived uncertainty could inform strategies to foster positive responses to uncertainty in other contexts. We explored resident responses to perceived uncertainty in a simulated multidisciplinary team context.MethodsA simulation-primed qualitative inquiry approach was used. Fourteen residents from Cardiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology participated in simulation scenarios involving pregnant patients with heart disease. We incorporated epistemic fidelity through the deliberate inclusion of ambiguity and complexity to prompt uncertainty. Audio recordings of debriefing sessions were analyzed using directed content analysis.ResultsResidents recognized that uncertainty is unavoidable, and positive responses to uncertainty are crucial to team dynamics and patient safety. While residents had positive responses to expressing uncertainty to peers, they had predominantly negative responses to expressing uncertainty to supervisors. Predominant negative response to supervisors related to judgement from supervisors, and impacts on perceived trustworthiness or independence. Although residents recognized expressing uncertainty to a supervisor could identify opportunities for learning and resolve their uncertainty, the negative responses overshadowed the positive responses. Residents highly valued instances in which supervisors were forthcoming about their own uncertainty.ConclusionsThrough participation in simulations with epistemic fidelity, residents reflected on how they perceive and respond to uncertainty in multidisciplinary teams. Our findings emphasize the role of situational characteristics, particularly peers and supervisors, in moderating responses to perceived uncertainty. The productive discussions around responses to uncertainty in debriefing sessions suggest further studies of multidisciplinary simulations could enhance our understanding of how uncertainty is expressed, and potentially be used as an instructional intervention to promote positive responses to uncertainty.

Impact of Project-Based Learning on Computer Science Education

Project-based learning (PBL) has gained prominence as an effective approach to fostering autonomous learning in Computer Science education. This study investigated the impact of PBL on student learning experiences, involving 169 participants. Data collection employed a closed-ended questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. Quantitative analysis, utilising descriptive and inferential statistics, revealed strong student performance in the Analysis, Planning, Design, and Communication and Presentation phases. However, challenges were noted in the Development and Testing phases, with Project 3 (PRJ303) students exhibiting significantly better performance than Project 1 (PRJ101) and Project 2 (PRJ202) peers. Qualitative analysis of interview data unveiled key themes, including independent learning, team dynamics, guide relationships, real-life project experiences, output orientation, and challenges associated with project-based learning. Despite challenges such as time constraints and team complexities, the study underscores the myriad benefits of PBL, ranging from real-world application and critical thinking development to collaboration and independent learning. The findings advocate for the integration of PBL in university curricula, emphasising the cultivation of skills such as independent learning, teamwork, mentorship, experiential learning, and project management. The positive outcomes observed in students' learning and skill development outweigh the challenges, making a compelling case for the widespread adoption of PBL in Computer Science education.&#x0D;

Fusion of Creativity and Precision: Guidelines for Effective Leadership

This article examines the intricate interplay of key organizational variables within PT Dharma Niaga Medan, including leadership effectiveness, market conditions, team creativity, and execution fidelity. Utilizing direct and indirect effects analyses with robust statistical methods, the research uncovers significant relationships among these variables. The results emphasize the critical impact of team creativity and execution fidelity on leadership effectiveness, both directly and indirectly through their influence on market conditions. The findings underscore the interconnected nature of these organizational elements, highlighting the importance of cultivating a creative team environment and precise execution for optimal leadership efficacy. Additionally, the study underscores the relevance of market conditions in shaping effective leadership strategies. The insights derived from this research offer valuable guidance for organizational leaders in PT Dharma Niaga Medan, providing pathways for enhancing team dynamics, execution strategies, and adaptive responses to market dynamics for a resilient and effective organizational framework.

Analysis of Collaboration Profiles in The Strengthening Project of Pancasila Student Profile in Primary Schools

&lt;em&gt;This paper aims to discuss an analysis of collaboration profile through strengthening the Pancasila student profile project which is currently being implemented in primary schools. The method used is descriptive qualitative research with data collection is conducted through observation, interviews, and documentation. In primary schools, the Pancasila Student Profile project is holistically connected to character development through a collaborative approach. Collaborative learning strategies in primary schools further strengthen the Pancasila Student Profile project, emphasizing positive relationships, collective responsibility, and the application of Pancasila values in daily learning practices. The interview findings underscore the significance of collaboration in fostering leadership skills aligned with Pancasila values among primary school students. Assigning leadership responsibilities and evaluating their impact on team dynamics contribute to character development, with observations focusing on changes in social interactions, classroom atmosphere, student motivation, and educational outcomes. In conclusion, the study reveals the integral role of collaboration in achieving the goals of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project.&lt;/em&gt;

Effective Management of Construction Project Team: Identifying Team Composition Strategies and Criteria

This study delves into team composition within the construction industry, exploring its uniqueness amid the proven benefits of effective teamwork in productivity, innovation, and member satisfaction. Acknowledging the challenges arising from diverse workforces and projects-specific team requirements in construction, the research emphasizes the need for careful member selection to ensure project success. Focused on addressing gaps in understanding construction team management, the study aims to uncover fundamental elements crucial for steering these teams effectively. It endeavors to identify indispensable requisites by examining influential factors and criteria essential for creating an ideal team composition conducive to efficient management in construction. To achieve these goals, the study first reviewed the literature to distill critical criteria contributing to team effectiveness in various research fields. Subsequently, in-depth interviews with nine expert project managers and team members renowned for successful project leadership provided qualitative insights, which were analyzed thematically. The research identified three pivotal contributors to construction team effectiveness: Structured selection criteria and processes, qualifications, experience, and expertise, and finally, interpersonal skills and capabilities. These factors collectively shape a framework for optimizing construction team management, emphasizing the importance of systematic selection processes, relevant expertise, and critical interpersonal skills to foster collaborative team dynamics. This study illuminates the crucial components necessary for steering construction teams effectively, presenting insights valuable for refining industry practices and improving project outcomes. The study lays the groundwork for more efficient and successful construction project executions by bridging gaps in understanding the significance of member selection.

Probabilistic Model Checking GitHub Repositories for Software Project Analysis

GitHub serves as a platform for collaborative software development, where contributors engage, evolve projects, and shape the community. This study presents a novel approach to analyzing GitHub activity that departs from traditional methods. Using Discrete-Time Markov Chains and probabilistic Computation Tree Logic for model checking, we aim to uncover temporal dynamics, probabilities, and key factors influencing project behavior. By explicitly modeling state transitions, our approach provides transparency and explainability for sequential properties. The application of our method to five repositories demonstrates its feasibility and scalability and provides insights into the long-term probabilities of various activities. In particular, the analysis provides valuable perspectives for project managers to optimize team dynamics and resource allocation. The query specifications developed for model checking allow users to generate and execute queries for specific aspects, demonstrating scalability beyond the queries we present. In conclusion, our analysis provides an understanding of GitHub repository properties, branch management, and subscriber behavior. We anticipate its applicability to various open-source projects, revealing trends among contributors based on the unique characteristics of repositories.

Big data innovation and implementation in projects teams: towards a SEM approach to conflict prevention

PurposeDespite an enormous body of literature on conflict management, intra-group conflicts vis-à-vis team performance, there is currently no study investigating the conflict prevention approach to handling innovation-induced conflicts that may hinder smooth implementation of big data technology in project teams.Design/methodology/approachThis study uses constructs from conflict theory, and team power relations to develop an explanatory framework. The study proceeded to formulate theoretical hypotheses from task-conflict, process-conflict, relationship and team power conflict. The hypotheses were tested using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Model (PLS-SEM) to understand key preventive measures that can encourage conflict prevention in project teams when implementing big data technology.FindingsResults from the structural model validated six out of seven theoretical hypotheses and identified Relationship Conflict Prevention as the most important factor for promoting smooth implementation of Big Data Analytics technology in project teams. This is followed by power-conflict prevention, prevention of task disputes and prevention of Process conflicts respectively. Results also show that relationship and power conflicts interact on the one hand, while task and relationship conflict prevention also interact on the other hand, thus, suggesting the prevention of one of the conflicts could minimise the outbreak of the other.Research limitations/implicationsThe study has been conducted within the context of big data adoption in a project-based work environment and the need to prevent innovation-induced conflicts in teams. Similarly, the research participants examined are stakeholders within UK projected-based organisations.Practical implicationsThe study urges organisations wishing to embrace big data innovation to evolve a multipronged approach for facilitating smooth implementation through prevention of conflicts among project frontlines. This study urges organisations to anticipate both subtle and overt frictions that can undermine relationships and team dynamics, effective task performance, derail processes and create unhealthy rivalry that undermines cooperation and collaboration in the team.Social implicationsThe study also addresses the uncertainty and disruption that big data technology presents to employees in teams and explore conflict prevention measure which can be used to mitigate such in project teams.Originality/valueThe study proposes a Structural Model for establishing conflict prevention strategies in project teams through a multidimensional framework that combines constructs like team power conflict, process, relationship and task conflicts; to encourage Big Data implementation.

Psychologists as Pivotal Members of the Pediatric Palliative Care Team

ContextPediatric psychologists possess unique expertise to positively impact the care provided to children with serious illness and their families. Despite increasing recognition regarding the value of psychology in palliative care, psychologists are not yet routinely integrated into pediatric palliative care (PPC) teams. ObjectivesThis special paper seeks to demonstrate distinctive contributions psychologists can offer to PPC teams, patients, and families, as well as highlight how psychologists enhance the work of their interdisciplinary PPC colleagues. MethodsExisting literature, consensus and policy statements, and recently developed competencies inform and provide evidence for the value of incorporating psychologists into PPC. ResultsAs children with serious illness are at risk for mental and physical health symptoms, psychologists’ specialized training in evidence-based assessment and intervention allows them to assess areas of concern, create treatment plans, and implement nonpharmacological therapies targeting symptom management and promotion of quality of life. By improving patient and family outcomes, psychology involvement saves money. In addition to clinical care, psychologists are skilled researchers, which can help to advance PPC interdisciplinary research. Lastly, psychologists can play a valuable role in contributing to PPC team education, dynamics, and well-being. ConclusionsWith strong skills in research, clinical care, education, and advocacy, pediatric psychologists are exceptionally equipped to provide care to children with serious illness and their families. Given their unique contributions, it is critical future efforts are directed towards advocating for the inclusion of psychologists into PPC, with the ultimate goal of improving care for children with serious illness and their families.