Barrier Identification and Removal System
Barrier Identification and Removal System

Purpose:

Identify and address obstacles that prevent team members from achieving their goals.

Instructions:

Use this tool in regular one-on-ones and team meetings to proactively identify and remove barriers.

Barrier Assessment Checklist

Check all barriers that apply and provide details for each identified barrier:

Access Barriers

Data or information needed
Tools or technology required
People or expertise to consult
Budget or resources to allocate

Authority Barriers

Decision-making power needed
Approval processes to navigate
Permission or authorization required
Policy constraints to address

Information Barriers

Strategic context needed
Background or history required
Priority clarification needed
Success criteria unclear

Relationship Barriers

Cross-team collaboration needed
Introduction to key stakeholders
Communication protocol unclear
Conflict resolution required

Process Barriers

Workflow inefficiencies
Unclear procedures
Bureaucratic obstacles
Quality assurance issues

Barrier Resolution Planning

Complete detailed resolution plans for the top 3 most critical barriers identified:

Identified Barrier 1

Identified Barrier 2

Identified Barrier 3

Follow-up Tracking

Week 1 Progress

Week 2 Progress

Month 1 Results

Lessons Learned

Action Summary

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