How would you deal with this work situation?

I work in a small team of two (myself and one other) and we have been asked by our Team Leader to look at ways of making the process easier as regards our work. I can think of a few different changes we could make but I know my colleague (who has been doing the job for the last 7 years)would not agree.

I did make her aware of what I thought would help but not wanting to ‘step on her toes’ it’s made me anxious to not take it any further. The system currently is a little ‘old’ and whilst it worked 7 years ago I feel it doesn’t now due to time, etc.

What do you think?

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MikeSp · 56-60, M

Your team leader asked for your opinion because he/she values it, or maybe your ideas are really good and TL wants to steal them to make him/her look good. In any event, your work flow should improve. You should sit with your partner and discuss the matter, even if you disagree on things. You write a brief report outlining both your suggestions, but make it clear that your partner disagrees on specific ones. Then sign it. Give a copy to you TL, and send a copy to his/her superior if you think that will not cause problems.