Enhancing Adaptive Team Performance: Impact of team functional factors in teams operating in dynamic environments

Norsyazwani Ab Halim; Azlyn Ahmad Zawawi; Nur Zafifa Kamarunzaman

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI38.7645

Authors

Norsyazwani Ab Halim Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Azlyn Ahmad Zawawi Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Merbok, Kedah, Malaysia
Nur Zafifa Kamarunzaman Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Seremban 3, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI38.7645

Keywords:

adaptive team performance, team coordination, team communication, response teams

Abstract

Adaptive team performance is essential in high-pressure, unpredictable environments. This study investigates the impact of team coordination and team communication on adaptive team performance. Data were collected from 230 team members using structured questionnaires and analyzed through Partial Least Squares (PLS). Results reveal significant and positive relationships between coordination and communication, and adaptive team performance. These findings highlight the importance of strengthening team functional processes to enhance responsiveness and resilience. The study provides practical insights for enhancing team effectiveness in dynamic operational environments, particularly where rapid decision-making and flexibility are essential for success in unpredictable and challenging conditions.

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