Major new product development projects have become much too complex to be completed successfully by any one individual or by a single functional department.
Successful companies realize that it takes good teamwork to develop good products.
Key suppliers and, sometimes, key customers should also be represented on the teams. The team members should all start with the project at the same time at the beginning of the project. Having a Clear Vision of the Project Successful team management starts with clearly defined project objectives, a well developed project plan. Without a clear vision of the project, it will be difficult for the team to know when the project is completed. With the assistance of a trained facilitator, teams should develop a detailed project plan at the front-end of the project.