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Objective: Examine the performance management cycle and group dynamics within the Follower Focus Case Study: Supply Chain Management Team. (below)

Task Details:

Performance Management Cycle (Chapter 11):

• Planning: Assess how performance goals are set and communicated within the team.
• Monitoring: Evaluate how team performance is monitored and measured.
• Evaluating: Discuss the evaluation process and its effectiveness.

Nature of Groups (Chapter 12):

• Analyze the team's group dynamics and interpersonal relationships.

Span of Control (Chapter 12):

• Assess the team's span of control and its implications for management and communication.

Developmental Stages of Groups (Chapter 12):

• Identify the team's current stage in group development.
• Recommend strategies to progress to more advanced stages.

Group Roles and Norms (Chapter 12):

• Analyze the roles adopted by team members and the established norms.
• Discuss how these roles and norms are affecting team performance.

Group Cohesion (Chapter 12):

• Evaluate the level of cohesion within the team.
• Suggest ways to improve group cohesion.

Requirements:

• 2-3 paragraphs
• At least 3 external sources. (website links)
• Clear application of chapter concepts to the case study.
• Specific examples from the case study.

Must integrate the assigned chapters' concepts with the case study. Use examples from the case study to illustrate your points and include at least three external sources to support your analysis. Be specific in your applications and suggestions, demonstrating a deep understanding of the theoretical concepts and their practical implications.

Follower Focus Case Study: Leadership and Organizational Change at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC

Overview

Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC's Supply Chain Management Team, crucial in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and products, faces significant challenges. Recently, the team leader was fired due to performance issues, and a new leader (Your MG 464 Student Group) has been appointed. This case study focuses on analyzing the team dynamics, identifying areas for improvement, and strategizing ways to enhance team performance. The emphasis is on the role of followers in the leadership process.

Team Composition and Profiles

The Supply Chain Management Team comprises three members, each with distinct characteristics contributing to natural conflicts within the team.

1. John Smith, Senior Analyst
   • Age: 42
   • Experience: 15 years in supply chain management, 10 of them at Honda.
   • See John's email and interview notes for more information.
2. Emily Johnson, Logistics Coordinator
   • Age: 28
   • Experience: 5 years in various logistics roles, recently promoted to this position at Honda.
   • See Emily's email and interview notes for more information.
3. Michael Lee, Inventory Specialist
   • Age: 35
   • Experience: 10 years in inventory management, with a focus on automotive parts.
   • See Michael's email and interview notes for more information.

Dysfunctional Team Dynamics

The team is currently is marked by conflicts and competition. The dismissal of the previous team leader has exacerbated these issues. The new leader must use the emails and interview notes to understand and address several critical problems.

Team Balanced Scorecard

The Balanced Scorecard reflects the team's current dysfunctional output:

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)	Q1	Q2	Q3	Trend
On-time Delivery Rate	95%	92%	88%	Decreasing
Inventory Accuracy	98%	97%	95%	Decreasing
Supplier Lead Time	15 days	18 days	20 days	Increasing
Team Satisfaction Score	4.0/5	3.5/5	2.8/5	Decreasing

Conclusion

This case study presents a realistic scenario of team dynamics and challenges in a corporate setting. Students are tasked to analyze the situation, identify the root causes of dysfunction, and devise strategies to enhance team performance, focusing on the critical role of followers in the leadership process. Ensure that your report contains at least 10 external sources to support your positions and strategies.