Answer the following questions:

a. Given the rate of change in work, some scholars and other HR experts have argued that the nature of work is changing so much that the concept of a "job" is becoming obsolete. In these settings, people usually work on teams where the focus is on getting the tasks accomplished rather than on specific task requirements.  In a team based working environment, how do teams create synergy? How should it be sustained?

b. Place yourself in the position of general manager of a service department. How might formally written job requirements help you manage your work unit?