Task Assignment Wheel
Task Assignment Wheel chooses among prepared routine tasks when every listed option is safe, appropriate, and supported. It can add variety to low-risk team rotations, but it cannot assess skill, workload, authority, or urgency.
Spin the Task Assignment Wheel
What belongs on a task wheel?
Use clear, bounded tasks that any eligible person can complete within normal working arrangements. Examples include taking meeting notes, checking a shared list, presenting a prepared update, or reviewing a non-confidential draft.
| Suitable for a wheel | Assign through management |
|---|---|
| Low-risk, short, understood routine work | Hazardous, confidential, regulated, or high-impact work |
| Tasks with equal training and access | Work needing certification, specialist skill, or authority |
| Voluntary or agreed team rotations | Performance action, discipline, promotion, or redundancy |
Check the assignment before accepting the result
Check priority
Urgent or dependent work should be planned rather than randomized.
Check capability and access
Confirm the selected person has the knowledge, permissions, tools, and time needed.
Check workload and fairness
Use a visible rotation and allow justified swaps to prevent repeated burden.
Team resource: Google re:Work guides for managers and teams.
Task Assignment Wheel FAQs
Can the wheel assign safety-critical work?
No. Safety-critical work requires competent planning, authorization, and supervision.
Can completed tasks be removed?
Yes. No-repeat mode removes each selected task until reset.
Can I put employee names on the wheel instead?
Use the team member picker after defining the role and confirming who is eligible.