Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe a research study which is designed to explore the interrelationship between team diversity and task complexity in terms of its impact on performance. Design/methodology/approach – Team diversity was operationalised using the Belbin Team Role...

Provides information on effective teamworking based on a survey of UK private and public sector organizations. Examines the implications of the survey findings and identifies ways of refining and improving the survey instrument and process. Highlights the importance of practically using survey...

Discusses the literature on cross‐cultural diversity and team building in a global context. Argues that diversity is to be valued, not seen as a problem. Outlines a framework for building cultural understanding and awareness. Proposes a model for developing effective international management...

Considers how interventions designed to improve team performance need to be examined in the context in which a team works. Provides a case study to illustrate how an organization’s needs should be balanced with the interventions and their likely pay‐offs.