Virtual Teams: A Comparative Analysis of Management Perspectives

This report provides an analysis of virtual teams, drawing from two articles: "Getting Virtual Teams Right" by Ferrazzi (2014) and "Working Across Boundaries: Current and Future Perspectives on Global Virtual Teams" by Jiménez et al. (2017). It highlights the increasing prevalence of virtual teams due to globalization and telecommuting, emphasizing their potential to outperform traditional teams when managed effectively. The report outlines key success factors such as assembling competent and independent team members, providing effective leadership, establishing regular touchpoints, and implementing appropriate technology. It also addresses challenges like managing different time zones and the need for further research on the role of virtual teams within the broader corporate context, especially in light of evolving political and social landscapes. The report concludes by underscoring the importance of communication and the potential impact of new online collaboration tools on virtual team dynamics, advocating for continued exploration of these areas.