Your Mission
In the simulation ‘Managing Post-Project Team Dynamics,’ you will assume the role of Project Manager at Harrington & Partners, a leading business consulting firm. Following a complex project for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, you will need to address tensions between Harry Davies, a data analyst, and Linda Brown, a creative designer, stemming from differences in proposals and recognition. Your mission is to manage these post-project dynamics by conducting individual interviews, analyzing the causes of the tensions, and developing an action plan to improve collaboration and resolve conflicts. Your decisions will affect the project’s outcome and the team’s well-being.
Simulation Details
Company Overview
Harrington & Partners is a top-tier business consulting firm that excels in solving complex problems for companies, such as optimizing supply chains, cutting operational costs, and boosting production efficiency. Established in 2005 by John Harrington, the firm is renowned for its multidisciplinary and collaborative approach, combining expertise in data analysis, design, and software development. In 2022, the company generated 150 million euros in revenue and held a 15% market share, serving over 200 clients across various sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. They utilize advanced tools like Microsoft Project, Tableau, and Adobe Creative Suite for project management, which enhances team collaboration.
Challenge
The primary challenge in this simulation is to manage team dynamics that have soured after a complex project for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. Disagreements between Harry Davies, a data analyst, and Linda Brown, a creative designer, have led to tensions. The player must address these issues to ensure a positive and productive work environment.
Mission
As a Project Manager, your task is to manage post-project team dynamics. This involves one-on-one interactions with team members to understand their concerns and foster a collaborative atmosphere. You will conduct individual interviews with Harry Davies and Linda Brown, analyze the gathered information to pinpoint the causes of the tensions, and create an action plan to enhance collaboration and resolve conflicts. Your decisions will impact both the project’s success and the team’s morale.
Expected Outcomes
To complete the simulation, you need to produce a final document that includes:
1. Summaries of the individual interviews with Harry Davies and Linda Brown.
2. An analysis of the main causes of internal tensions.
3. A detailed action plan to improve collaboration and resolve tensions.
Once finished, save the document in PDF or Docx format and send it to your manager, Ana Reyes.
Team
Who you will work with in this Simulation
Your team is 100% generated by AI – you will not interact with real people and no human will read your conversation.
Harry Davies
Senior Data Analyst
Linda Brown
Creative Designer
Ana Reyes
Project Director
Organization
Harrington & Partners is a leading business consulting firm specializing in helping companies solve complex problems such as supply chain optimization, reducing operational costs, and improving production efficiency.
Estimated time required: 1h
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Ideal for: Project Manager
