But they were already a tight in-group. The difference was that now their combined output can provide additional insights not available before. I don't think that part is a problem. Expertise circles have always existed ( and will likely remain so for a while ).

The issue I am having is how members of the potential in-group is identified.

That said said:

<< Talent won’t get you there anymore.

Talent might not get you to the table, but you can make your own table now if you have useful like minds.