Success during an e-Mission depends on much more than making the right decisions—it depends on communicating the right information to the right people at the right time. Just like in a real hospital, emergency response center, or mission control, every team member has a specific role and responsibility. No one person has all the information needed to solve every problem.

The Information Flow Chart shows students how data should move between specialists throughout the mission. By following this communication pathway, students learn to:

• Understand the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
• Communicate clearly and efficiently under time constraints.
• Recognize how each specialist contributes to the overall mission.
• Avoid information bottlenecks and unnecessary delays.
• Experience how real professionals rely on organized communication to make critical decisions.

Students often want to share information with everyone at once, but in real-world environments, information follows established channels to ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency. Following the flow chart helps create an authentic simulation experience while reinforcing essential workplace skills such as communication, leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration.

We encourage teachers to review the Information Flow Chart with students during the pre mission prep. Taking just a few minutes to understand each role and how information moves between team members will help students work more confidently, stay organized, and make the most of their mission experience. 

Mission Day Reminder: Please print enough copies of the Information Flow Chart for each team to have one available during the mission. Having the chart at each workstation will help students communicate effectively, follow the correct flow of information, and work together more efficiently throughout the simulation.