%% You should probably cite draft-elkschul-conflict-problem-01 instead of this revision. @techreport{elkschul-conflict-problem-00, number = {draft-elkschul-conflict-problem-00}, type = {Internet-Draft}, institution = {Internet Engineering Task Force}, publisher = {Internet Engineering Task Force}, note = {Work in Progress}, url = {https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/html/draft-elkschul-conflict-problem-00}, author = {Nalini Elkins and Henning Schulzrinne}, title = {{Conflict Resolution within a Working Group: Problem Statement}}, pagetotal = 11, year = , month = , day = , abstract = {At the IETF, we currently use a set of methods to communicate a point of view, to solicit input, to resolve conflict and attempt to obtain consensus within the group. These methods include: writing an Internet Draft, discussion on email lists, discussion at face-to- face, interim or virtual meetings, and design teams. At times, these methods fall short. People become entrenched in their positions. A Working Group may be split 80-20 or 70-30 for a prolonged period. This wastes time and energy and may have a lasting impact. This document discusses the benefits and drawbacks of each of the current methods of communication focusing solely on their efficacy at conflict resolution. A companion document will propose some solutions including alternative methods of conflict resolution.}, }