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In today\u2019s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations recognize the need to become more responsive to change and better equipped to meet the ever-evolving needs of their customers. In such a scenario, silos have been a challenge in organizations, creating communication breakdowns and hindering collaboration between departments.<\/p>\n

However, with the rise of agile methodologies and the growing importance of delivering value to customers, there has been an increasing recognition of the benefits of breaking down silos and embracing cross-functional teams in project management. Organizations can improve communication, increase efficiency, and drive innovation by breaking down barriers between departments and fostering collaboration.<\/p>\n

In this blog, we will explore why breaking down silos and forming a cross-functional team at Founding Minds<\/a> became increasingly important in today\u2019s fast-paced business environment and how it can benefit customer needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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What are Silos in Organizations?<\/h5>\n

Silos in organizations refer to the division of departments or teams that operate independently, with little or no communication or collaboration with other departments or teams. Silos can be physical or organizational, but in either case, they create barriers between departments, hindering communication and collaboration. As a result, this can lead to misaligned goals, duplicated efforts, and inefficiencies in the workplace. In some organizations, silos can even lead to competition between departments rather than a focus on the overall goals of the organization.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With the trend towards more <\/span>agile and customer-centric methodologies<\/span><\/a>, removing silos is essential to align the entire organization towards a common goal of delivering value to customers. As such, breaking down silos and fostering cross-functional collaboration is increasingly seen as a means of improving communication, efficiency, and innovation within organizations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At Founding Minds Software (FMS), breaking down the silos was crucial for promoting interdepartmental collaboration and communication, enabling departments to work together more efficiently and effectively. This was necessary to facilitate the adoption of agile approaches, which rely on cross-functional teams working in tandem to develop and deliver products and services much more quickly. By breaking down the silos, FMS was able to create an environment where team members could work together while utilizing agile practices and reap the benefits that it offers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Benefits of Autonomous Cross-Functional Teams<\/h5>\n<\/div>
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Autonomous cross-functional teams are teams that are made up of members from different departments or functions within an organization and are given the independence and resources to achieve specific goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Smaller, autonomous, cross-functional teams are particularly advantageous when team members are unfamiliar with one another. When cross-functional teams come together, they can experience a stronger sense of unity, especially amongst different departments. This collaborative approach can lead to increased understanding and appreciation for an organization\u2019s diverse roles and responsibilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Employee engagement is essential for the success of any organization. Unfortunately, a recent Gallup poll reveals that only <\/span>33% of employees are actively engaged<\/span><\/a>. This troubling statistic highlights the importance of creating a positive work environment that encourages and motivates employees to perform at their best, and establishing cross-functional teams is one effective way to achieve this.<\/span><\/p>\n

For Founding Minds (FMS), such a collaborative effort meant significant results for our primary objective – project incubation. Today, a cross-functional and agile team approach enables FMS to ensure that all facets of the project are addressed and that results are achieved on time. With a focus on collaboration, communication, and innovation, FMS is poised to deliver successful projects for its clients.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some other prominent benefits of having such a flexible and cross-functional approach to problem-solving.<\/span><\/p>\n