Functional teams

Based on organizational goals, priorities, skills and expertise needs, and project complexity, teams can be classified into functional, cross-functional, flexible, project-based, and contractual structures.

In functional teams, members are grouped by expertise, like user research, UX/UI design, or visual design. Each group focuses on its specific area, ensuring specialization and deep expertise. This specialization boosts productivity and efficiency, as team members understand their roles clearly. It also promotes consistency and quality, with each group refining its domain.^[1]

However, keep in mind that functional teams may struggle with cross-functional collaboration, leading to silos, communication challenges, and delayed changes.