What influences the way we make decisions? There are several factors that show how a group can influence the way we think. In this paper I will be discussing the dynamics of working in a group to make a decision, including the general makeup (of a group), and the benefits (of working in a group). I will also include some decision making strategies and a plan for conflict resolution.
Groups.
When a company is faced with making a decision, they sometimes will form a group or team to come up a plausible solution. . A group usually consists of individuals who are committed to accomplishing the task at hand, they have complementary skills. In a group setting you would members who bring with them diverse ideas, who are able to be accountable for their actions, follow some set guidelines, and share in the sense of leadership. Groups can accomplish some tasks the individuals cannot, such as communicate between departments, handle more complex issue, or have the ability to share or brainstorm with others. .
Decision-making strategies.
When making decisions there are several steps a group can follow. The first step that is to clarify what the issue is. Once you have identified the issue the group can then brainstorm some plausible solutions. With each plausible solution research would need to be done and that should be assigned out to each individual in the group. Once all the information has been gathered, the group can then decide what is important and what is not. With the information that the group feels is useful, they can further evaluate the usefulness of the information and then come up with different possible solutions to the issue. After all possible ideas and options are generated the team can then select the best resolution. One of the most important factors in this process is to keep it moving. If at any point you stall, you should go on to another idea or subject and come back when you are all able to think clearly.