ISSN : 1229-0696
The notion of shared cognition such as shared mental model is expected to improve team effectiveness. Empirical studies, however, have not been as much available as theoretical approach to shared mental model (SMM). We conducted an empirical study using software development teams to investigate the role of SMM on team effectiveness, and the cognitive and attitudinal antecedent factors of team-mates for SMM. We found that SMM has positive influence on team effectiveness, and that SMM can be enhanced by improving personal cognitive capability and agreeableness.