Decisions-by-committee are inherently problematic. They are often dominated by the loudest voice in the room, resulting in unclear authority and prolonged debates that delay resolutions. And worst of ...

Large arrows coloured red, green and yellow point north, west and east - or up, right and left - in three directions, to offer directions to seminars for Ernst & Young staff during their annual ...

From small committees to national elections, group decision-making can be complicated -- and it may not always settle on the best choice. That's partly because some members of the group do research on ...

We all work in groups sometimes. We brainstorm in groups. Students work on group projects. Even faculty at universities work in committees, and our research projects are generally collaborations.

The sixth installment of our quarterly Business Practice feature involves a group decision gone (or going) awry: You work in the corporate office of a national fast-casual restaurant as a marketing ...

Making the right decision can make or break your career. It can mean the difference between advancing in an organization or getting demoted or even fired. If you agree with that sentiment, great — and ...

Consensus decision-making fosters collaboration but can slow progress if not managed effectively. Balancing consensus with leadership ensures efficiency without sacrificing inclusivity and engagement.

A researcher found that networks that consisted of both impulsive and deliberate individuals made, on average, quicker and better decisions than a group with homogenous thinkers. Whether it is ants ...