Virtual Team Communication: Episode 1

In today's project environment, skill in working in virtual teams is becoming increasingly important in delivering project results. In this week's podcast, Cadence Vice President, Connie Plowman, introduces us to a few key characteristics of the virtual team environment. "It's not just about technology," says Plowman. "It's about techniques, relationships, building trust ... it's about working together effectively." In this discussion, Plowman outlines the ideal profile of virtual project team members -- and virtual project managers -- as well as the top six key challenges in working with virtual teams. The first challenge: Poor interaction between team members. "Maybe we're not working in the same language, maybe team members are working in sidebar conversations ... it's critical to define communication groundrules at the beginning," says Plowman. This week, learn how to define groundrules and expectations to increase productivity in your virtual teams.