Funding Enabling Teams
Funding Enabling Teams refers to the strategic allocation of resources to small, functionally aligned teams composed of senior experts tasked with enhancing the operational efficiency of Stream teams through training, knowledge sharing, process improvements, and technology.
Goal
The primary goal is to maximise the effectiveness and efficiency of Stream teams by providing them with the necessary expertise and tools, thus improving overall organisational performance.
Context
In cross-functional teams it can be difficult to maintain a high level of expertise in all areas because functional experts are distributed around the ecosystem. Enabling Teams provide a way to upskill Stream Teams in areas where they may not have expertise and distribute knowledge across the organisation.
Inputs
| Artifact | Description |
|---|---|
| Ecosystem Strategy | A high-level plan for achieving the ecosystem vision within the next 1-3 years. |
| Skills Gap Analysis | Assessing current workforce skills against future needs to identify gaps. |
Outputs
| Artifact | Description | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Enabling Team Budget | The financial resources allocated to the Enabling Teams, including budget constraints and funding availability. | Ensures the Enabling Teams have the necessary resources for development and growth. |
Anti-patterns
- Underfunding: Failing to allocate sufficient resources to enabling teams, undermining their ability to effectively support delivery teams.
- Misaligned Objectives: Funding enabling teams without clear alignment to organisational strategies or delivery team needs.
- Lack of Measurement: Not establishing clear metrics to assess the impact of enabling teams, making it difficult to justify and optimise funding.