Virtual Working Teams

In order to effectively manage virtual teams and ensure collaboration, it is necessary to understand the time zones in which each country of origin operates Recruitment for these efforts will be managed by a centralized organizational HR leadership that will serve as champion for virtual team development. However, there must be an awareness of the cultural context in which the team is operating, understanding the different cultural values held by potential candidates in the team (Holden, 615). Mid-tier management on short term expatriate assignment, trained in cultural diversity related to these regions will be assigned to manage recruitment and training efforts. These assignments will be handled in the U.S. office where the HR champion will coordinate with expatriate efforts.