Transcription: The third and final general type of conflict is intergroup conflict. Intergroup conflict is the most complex and serious to an organization. Any time conflict escalates and spreads among groups, departments or divisions, there is potential for significant damage to the organization. With intergroup conflict, not only must individuals deal with their own internal issues, they must cope with the overall interaction of other people and hierarchies. Frequently, group conflict takes on a life of their own. Problems are magnified by politics, rumor, and innuendo. This can be especially damaging. Jus ...