A tech startup is implementing self$-$managed work teams to handle product development. Based on the Sociotechnical Systems $($STS$)$ approach, how should the company manage the team$$s relationship with its external environment to ensure effective performance?

Group of answer choices

Increase reliance on external supervisors to manage team interactions with the environment.

Facilitate the exchange of necessary resources and information while protecting the team from external disruptions.

Isolate the team from external disruptions and avoid environmental interactions.

Focus on internal team dynamics and ignore external environmental factors.