What is the purpose of temporary special purpose or ad hoc teams?

The purpose of temporary special purpose or ad hoc teams is specifically to address a particular situation or issue until it is resolved. These teams are formed in response to a unique challenge or project that requires focused attention and specialized expertise. Once their objective is achieved, the team is typically disbanded, making their structure flexible and adaptable to the organization’s needs.

This approach allows organizations to mobilize resources quickly and efficiently, drawing on the skills and knowledge of team members who are relevant to the issue at hand. By assembling a team for a limited time, the organization can apply concentrated effort to solve problems, develop plans, or complete projects, without the necessity of committing to long-term structural changes or permanent teams.

In contrast, other options describe functions that are ongoing or permanent in nature, which do not align with the transient and targeted mission of ad hoc teams. Permanent collaboration across departments, for example, implies an established structure that would not typically be the focus of an ad hoc formation.