Reality Check

by Ursula Huws

We are increasingly operating in a virtual world, a world where ppeople work in virtual teams, form virtual networks, and work independently of each other in time and space. Workers no longer have to congregate at the same office, at the same time. The rules have changed and managers need to face up to a new reality. While people may be working more virtually, however, they are still very much flesh and blood people who need to be involved, and who need to be actively managed. So how do you meet the challenge of managing individuals and teams in virtual world? Packed with common sense advice and practical guidance, and illustrated with real-life case studies and insights from a variety of organizations from around the world, this engaging, well-informed book provides much food for thought--and tools for action. Key contents the virtual world--the changing organization; new managerial roles; competition or collaboration--balancing tensions in teamwork; herding cats--managing independent workers and teams; managing communications; the new role of the new office

199 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2001