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Objective: Apply the concepts from Chapter 13 to enhance team development and delegation within the Follower Focus Case Study Supply Chain Management Team (Below).

Task Details:

The Rocket Model (Chapter 13):

• Apply the Rocket Model to diagnose the team's current issues.
• Develop a plan to address these issues based on the model.

6 Principles of Effective Delegation (Chapter 13):

• Assess the current delegation practices within the team.
• Suggest improvements based on the 6 principles of effective delegation

Requirements:

• 2-3 paragraphs
• At least 3 external sources. (website links)
• Clear application of chapter concepts to the case study.
• Specific examples from the case study.

Must integrate the assigned chapters' concepts with the case study. Use examples from the case study to illustrate your points and include at least three external sources to support your analysis. Be specific in your applications and suggestions, demonstrating a deep understanding of the theoretical concepts and their practical implications.

Follower Focus Case Study: Leadership and Organizational Change at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC

Overview

Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC's Supply Chain Management Team, crucial in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and products, faces significant challenges. Recently, the team leader was fired due to performance issues, and a new leader (Your MG 464 Student Group) has been appointed. This case study focuses on analyzing the team dynamics, identifying areas for improvement, and strategizing ways to enhance team performance. The emphasis is on the role of followers in the leadership process.

Team Composition and Profiles

The Supply Chain Management Team comprises three members, each with distinct characteristics contributing to natural conflicts within the team.

1. John Smith, Senior Analyst
   • Age: 42
   • Experience: 15 years in supply chain management, 10 of them at Honda.
   • See John's email and interview notes for more information.
2. Emily Johnson, Logistics Coordinator
   • Age: 28
   • Experience: 5 years in various logistics roles, recently promoted to this position at Honda.
   • See Emily's email and interview notes for more information.
3. Michael Lee, Inventory Specialist
   • Age: 35
   • Experience: 10 years in inventory management, with a focus on automotive parts.
   • See Michael's email and interview notes for more information.

Dysfunctional Team Dynamics

The team is currently is marked by conflicts and competition. The dismissal of the previous team leader has exacerbated these issues. The new leader must use the emails and interview notes to understand and address several critical problems.

Team Balanced Scorecard

The Balanced Scorecard reflects the team's current dysfunctional output:

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)	Q1	Q2	Q3	Trend
On-time Delivery Rate	95%	92%	88%	Decreasing
Inventory Accuracy	98%	97%	95%	Decreasing
Supplier Lead Time	15 days	18 days	20 days	Increasing
Team Satisfaction Score	4.0/5	3.5/5	2.8/5	Decreasing

Conclusion

This case study presents a realistic scenario of team dynamics and challenges in a corporate setting. Students are tasked to analyze the situation, identify the root causes of dysfunction, and devise strategies to enhance team performance, focusing on the critical role of followers in the leadership process. Ensure that your report contains at least 10 external sources to support your positions and strategies.