Managing product development teams and collaborations

Managing product development teams and collaborations involves overseeing the process of creating a product or service by coordinating and directing the efforts of a team of professionals from various disciplines. This capability includes recruiting and selecting team members, defining roles and responsibilities, promoting effective communication and collaboration, and managing conflicts. It also involves promoting a culture of innovation and creativity, and maintaining positive relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Beginner competence definition

Beginner-level individuals have an understanding the basic principles of product development and the company’s policies and programs related to team management. They can participate in managing product development teams and collaborations, communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, and follow established protocols and procedures related to team management.

Intermediate competence definition

At the intermediate level, professionals have a deeper understanding of team management strategies and their application to the company’s products or services. Intermediate-level professionals can lead efforts to recruit and select team members, define roles and responsibilities, promote effective communication and collaboration, and manage conflicts. They also communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, and train and coach others on team management strategies and policies.

Advanced competence definition

Advanced-level individuals have a comprehensive understanding of team management strategies and their application in complex, global organizations. They can design and implement team management programs that comply with legal and regulatory requirements, promote innovation and creativity, and align with the company’s overall business goals and values. They also use advanced techniques such as emotional intelligence, cultural awareness, and situational leadership to manage product development teams and collaborations, and use those insights to inform business decisions and strategies. In our experience, advanced-level professionals have strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve product development goals, driving continuous improvement throughout the organization.