In the lattice, individual authority and credibility are based upon proven skill or a history of contribution rather
than an assigned title. All employees are known by the same title, “associate.”
Every associate has a sponsor who guides him/her in growing in contribution.
Leadership evolves based on knowledge, skill, experience or capability in the particular activity in which a
team is involved. Leaders are associates who have developed followers.
Each person in the lattice interacts directly with every other person.
Teams or groups formulate their own plans of action rather than having them dictated to them.
Each associate self-commits to projects or responsibilities.