Silo, Solo, So Long – Breaking Down Departmental Barriers
Silos are a common problem in organizations, with employees being protective of their expertise and ideas. This leads to duplication of work across teams, wasted time and poor decision-making. To tackle this issue, a shared vision with unified goals is essential. Employers need to enable an open and collaborative company culture, with training sessions and tools like social intranets to facilitate communication. Measuring individual performance and results is vital in breaking down silos.
