Evaluate required skill sets and expertise

The alignment of team capabilities with project requirements is critical for its success. Here's how to effectively evaluate and optimize your team's skills for any given project:

• Determine core and supplementary skills needed for the project, such as UX/UI design and user research
• Use skill inventories, past performance reviews, and discussions to assess the team's current skills
• Identify discrepancies between the project's requirements and the team's expertise
• Invest in training, hire for specific roles, or redistribute tasks within the team to fill gaps
• Regularly reassess team skills and project demands to ensure alignment

Most importantly, promote a work environment that encourages learning, skill development, and innovation. Keep in mind that this skill evaluation applies to when you’re building a new team too.