CFTprotokoller

CFTprotokoller, a term used in some European organizations, denotes a framework of standardized protocols designed to coordinate work across cross-functional teams (CFTs). The aim is to align diverse specialists—such as product, design, engineering, marketing, and compliance—around common goals, timelines, and quality criteria. The name combines the abbreviation CFT with protokoller, the Scandinavian word for protocols.

The framework covers governance, communication, collaboration, and documentation. It prescribes a minimal set of artefacts (charters, approval logs, risk registers) and a common language for reporting, decision-making, and issue resolution. It also defines data exchange standards and security controls to ensure traceability and compliance.

Key components include explicit roles and responsibilities; regular rituals such as stand-up meetings, iteration reviews, and retrospective sessions; templates for meeting notes, decision records, and risk logs; and a defined escalation path for blockers. A versioned artefact library, accessible to all stakeholders, supports transparency and reuse.

Implementation typically proceeds in stages and is supported by lightweight tooling. Organizations tailor CFTprotokoller to their domain, integrate with existing project management and collaboration tools, and invest in training and coaching to build shared practices.

Advocates say the framework reduces silos, improves alignment, and speeds delivery. Critics point to potential rigidity or overhead if applied rigidly; success depends on leadership support and ongoing adaptation to specific contexts.

CFTprotokoller is one of several approaches to cross-functional collaboration and may coexist with team charters and project governance standards.