Leadership dispersion as a function of performance in information systems teams

Abstract This research examined leadership processes in high performance information systems (IS) teams. After discussing the differences between work groups, teams, high performance teams and the distinctiveness of IS teams, the contributions of IS professionals to team leadership were discussed. Leadership issues in high performance teams were identified. The model of leadership dispersion in IS teams presented here treats leadership styles and outcomes in IS groups ranging from traditional work units to high performance teams as a joint function of work unit type and stage of team making. Potential problems encountered by IS leaders in team-based organizations were discussed along with new leadership roles for them

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