Communications can be One-way or Two-way, the first one is way more simpler and does not involves feedback from the listener while Two-way communication requires an interaction of ideas and feedback among the actors involved.
But there is also Non Verbal communication and involves:
· The perception and use of the physical space.
· The use of body movements.
· Facial expressions.
· Changes in the way to speech, to emphasize something.
The communication process presents barriers as Status differences, Gender differences, cultural diversity and last but not least Language.
In today’s environments the role of virtual teams is vital to fulfill tasks and objectives in organization, Computer-Mediated Communication allow users to perform under an invisible structure to meet goals, allocate resources and integrate long distance scenarios.
Question:
According to Kuruppuarachchi (2009), what benefits and problems arise as a consequence of the creation of virtual team? Identify five each.
Based on this, explain how to make the transition from a more traditional team structure to the more distributed team structure?
Benefits of virtual teams:
· Economical costs savings.
· Integration of long distance locations.
· Time savings.
· Awareness of different environments.
· Flexibility to implement and perform tasks at any place.
Problems and weaknesses:
· High possibility of misunderstandings.
· Lack of Human contact to motivate and keep up with personal issues that affect performance.
· Tricky software and programs can affect member’s performance.
· Lack of group sense.
· Challenges on staff controlling.
To make transitions from traditional to virtual team is important to train and teach employees in any issues that concern to software management; develop high motivational skills, offering rewards and benefits. The most important thing to have in mind is to be aware of the benefits and problems on managing in virtually over personally.
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