Two other functions need to be performed if a group is to be effective, (1) task related activities, such as giving and seeking information and elaborating, coordinating, and evaluating activities, and (2) group-maintenance actions, directed toward holding the group together as a cohesive team, including encouraging, harmonizing, compromising, setting standards, and observing. Most ineffective group perform little group maintenance, and this is a primary reason for bringing in a process consultant.