Working on a design project often means collaborating with people from different departments, each with their own priorities. This can make it difficult to keep everyone aligned with the project goals. As someone who has been through this, I believe the key is clear communication and early involvement. Aligning goals across teams is not easy, but with good communication and teamwork, it is possible to create a smooth and successful design process.

Address struggling to align project goals with cross-functional teams in the design process by: - Clarifying shared goals to ensure all teams understand the project goals and how their work contributes to them. - Facilitate open communication to create regular sessions for cross-functional teams to share updates, feedback, and concerns. - Encourage cross-departmental collaboration early in the design process to prevent siloed work. - Assign clear roles and responsibilities in the design process and how decisions are made. - Apply a common project management tool like centralized communication, timelines, and deliverables to keep everyone aligned. - Address conflicts, misalignment, or disagreements swiftly to keep the project moving forward.

I don't know... I don't have all the answers... I'm now 65... About 15 years ago I had all the answers... Now I realize that pretty much everything is in the hands of God - not me!... If you are fortunate this is what life will have taught you by the time you mature (somewhat)... Basically, just get the job done and treat your fellow humans like fellow humans and not objects to be used. Simple! God Bless, Mark

Aligning project goals across teams is critical to success. Creating a collaborative environment in which ideas can flow freely is essential. Regular check-ins and clear communication routes help to break down silos and keep everyone on the same page. By cultivating an open and accountable culture, we can use the diverse skills of our cross-functional teams, resulting in more innovative solutions and better project execution. This method not only improves outcomes, but it also increases team morale and professional development.