The Agile Daily Standup - AgileDad The RACI = The Team Killer
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Aug 14, 2025 The RACI matrix aims to clarify roles but may actually hinder teamwork. It encourages individuals to work in silos instead of fostering collaboration in IT teams. By analyzing this framework, the discussion highlights the importance of trust and collective responsibility over strict delineation of tasks. Emphasizing a shift towards more collaborative approaches can lead to a more effective and motivated work environment, transforming how teams operate.
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RACI Creates Illusion Of Clarity
- The RACI matrix promises clarity but often hides collaboration needs behind rigid labels.
- Lee Henson argues that RACI's categorization produces an illusion of order that undermines genuine teamwork.
RACI Often Starts Redundant And Arbitrary
- RACI often duplicates existing communication and introduces arbitrary role boundaries.
- Lee calls RACI redundant, arbitrary, confusing, and ineffective in practice.
Seen RACI Used Every Which Way
- Lee recounts broad experience where RACI usage varied greatly and rarely matched intent.
- He says he has seen everybody try and that the allure of RACI lies in its simplicity.