Team Input

Definition: Team input is the active involvement of all team members in contributing ideas, feedback, concerns, or suggestions during clinical, administrative, or strategic decision-making.

• Encourages inclusive, well-informed decisions.
• Improves team morale and ownership.
• Promotes early identification of risks or inefficiencies.
• Fosters interprofessional collaboration.
• Drives innovation and quality improvement.

• During protocol or workflow redesign
• In morbidity & mortality reviews
• During daily huddles or rounds
• In staff meetings or debriefings
• While planning teaching or academic activities

Operating room technicians highlight gaps in instrument availability. Their input leads to a revised surgical tray checklist, reducing delays and frustration.

• Rigid hierarchies
• Time pressure or rushed meetings
• Fear of reprisal or being ignored
• Lack of follow-up on suggestions

• Flatten hierarchies during team discussions.
• Create safe, structured spaces (e.g. suggestion boxes, anonymous surveys).
• Acknowledge and act on valid contributions.
• Ensure diverse roles are represented in decision-making.

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