If this is a hierarchical culture, I worry that the changes you propose will be seen as a slight to whoever was in charge before you. Consequently, if I were yo

If this is a hierarchical culture, I worry that the changes you propose will be seen as a slight to whoever was in charge before you. Consequently, if I were you, I'd go in as a teammate and get something out the door to build camaraderie. Then, have an open meeting where everyone talks about the project, what is working well and what isn't working very well. I'd frame it as if there is nothing wrong, but that you could work together to improve things.