Task Force

A Task Force is deployed to achieve critical change under time constraints to avoid negative impacts on the company, organizational structure, or individual departments. Like many modern management methods, the idea of a Task Force was developed by the U.S. military during World War II. Originally the term referred to a temporary unit of military units. Today a Task Force is an interdisciplinary group with sufficient means and authority to solve a well-defined problem in a limited timespan.

The goal of a Task Force is to achieve immediate results through the pooling of skills and decoupling from the existing organizational structure. Especially more substantial companies can profit from a Task Force approach. The main application of Task Force is usually project management that aims to prevent delays, fix flaws in the production process caused by technical processes, and correct problems concerning supply and quality.

The need for simultaneous management of group dynamics and communication of complex technical topics in short periods makes leading a Task Force a difficult job. At KORN CONSULT GROUP adaptiveness, technical proficiency, and quick decision-making are essential criteria for the selection of Task Force Managers.