Group is generic

Problem and decision

A separate entity for every unit or working team repeats lifecycle and navigation rules.

Use flexible production groups with explicit work links.

Alternatives considered

• Separate unit and working-team models
• Use departments for all organization

Tradeoffs and consequences

Generic groups need understandable types and contextual labels.

Group parentage and leadership remain descriptive unless authority is explicitly granted.

Related architecture

• Production Group
• Department

Related workflows

• Assign a crew member to a group

Current architectural direction; this record does not establish production release.