The dilemma of trust and commitment in the construction of innovative team in Chinese private enterprises

Although recent academic literature and empirical research show that most firms have implemented cross-functional, or even cross-cultural innovative teams for the majority of the technological innovation projects undertaken, they are still finding it hard to ensure that these teams are successful in completing the innovation task. Trust and commitment are clearly important ingredients in these collaborations, but little is known about the challenges this new organization and social environment creates for the development of trust and commitment. Different disciplinary perspectives, different cultures, and the lack of understanding when working together raise significant barriers to developing trust and commitment. We, therefore, explore the dilemma of trust and commitment in the construction of an innovative team that most companies are always confronted with, especially Chinese private enterprises.