TEAMWORK PROCESS

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Brainstorming

  What: Using a team to generate many ideas.
  When: Throughout a project.
  Results: A large number of options for consideration.

Prepare

Although brainstorming may not always be the most efficient method for developing a range of ideas, it is useful for generating alternatives and enhancing team development in many project situations, including:

  • Project plan development
  • Issue management
  • Risk identification
  • Risk response planning
  • Scope definition
  • Cause-and-effect analysis
  • Decision-making
  • Creative problem-solving

Brainstorming is a group technique, depending on teamwork and interaction for good results. Gather people who can be expected to have insight into the current situation or problem to develop ...

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