That is one of the most significant improvements attributed to the changed atmosphere which has resulted from the extension and sophistication of team techniques. Interestingly, the Woolwich team did not make that much of this change. They reported that more work was being put out and that council was getting more for its money. As Mayor, Bob Waters. People examine each other 's work more carefullv and, while there is room for improvement, there more co-ordination especially in reports.
People seem to be more conscious of each other's needs.
The mayor also felt that senior staff were friendlier, though no less professional. The Woolwich Council uses its coommitee system extensively and it has been definitely strengthened. There is less paper, more discussion, and people are at least as well informed. There is more communicating, more, though shorter meetings. There is a marked difference in the apparent perceptions of not only a rather critical local newspaper but of the general public.