How can companies effectively measure the long-term effects of breaking down silos and promoting cross-functional collaboration on overall employee satisfaction and retention rates?

Companies can measure the long-term effects of breaking down silos and promoting cross-functional collaboration on employee satisfaction and retention rates through employee surveys that specifically ask about collaboration and teamwork experiences. They can also track retention rates before and after implementing cross-functional initiatives to see if there is a positive impact. Additionally, conducting exit interviews with employees who leave the company can provide insight into whether lack of collaboration played a role in their decision to leave. Lastly, monitoring key performance indicators related to teamwork and collaboration, such as project completion times or customer satisfaction scores, can help gauge the success of cross-functional efforts on employee satisfaction and retention.