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Team Skill Matrix
Draw a table: rows = team members, columns = skills, cells = competence 1-4.
Goal
Surface fragility (a skill held by one person) and growth opportunities, turning training from reactive to planned.
Steps
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List 8-15 core skills for your unit (technical, operations, relational, tools).
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You find 2-3 skills with only one level-4 — your training priorities.
Evidence base
School: Lean Manufacturing / Cross-Training
Founders: Toyota Production System · Edward Deming (1965)
The Skill Matrix (a.k.a. ILU Matrix) is core to Toyota Production System for production flexibility; adopted by industrial giants like Bosch and Siemens.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Team Skill Matrix" take?
This exercise takes about 90 minutes, practiced with another person in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "Team Skill Matrix"?
You find 2-3 skills with only one level-4 — your training priorities. In the short term: Within a quarter, 4-6 members move up one level in some skill.
Is "Team Skill Matrix" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Lean Manufacturing / Cross-Training (Toyota Production System, Edward Deming (1965)). The Skill Matrix (a.k.a. ILU Matrix) is core to Toyota Production System for production flexibility; adopted by industrial giants like Bosch and Siemens.
Is "Team Skill Matrix" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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