How a project manager can smooth interdepartmental conflict

The causes of interdepartmental conflict are numerous, but how much can a PM do to resolve the issues? Let's take a look at some of the more common conflicts today's project managers might be forced to deal with and what, if any, actions they can take to improve the situation.
Leadership conflict that trickles downIf interdepartmental conflict is rooted at the top of an organization, it's virtually impossible for a project manager to help undo this. It's likely this type of conflict is so deep-r