A Comparative Study of Temporary and Ongoing Teams on e-Environment

David Kauffmann; Golan Carmi

doi:10.1109/tpc.2019.2900909

IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication Jun 2019

A Comparative Study of Temporary and Ongoing Teams on e-Environment

David Kauffmann Jerusalem College of Technology ; Golan Carmi Jerusalem College of Technology

Abstract

Background: Virtual teams are more and more common since the internet and mobile revolutions. Organizations are facing new challenges due to the lack of interpersonal relationships between the members of these teams. This study examines common team processes in an e-environment, relying upon two virtual team types: temporary and ongoing teams. Literature review: The aim of the review is to provide an overview of the challenges of such teams and to understand the complexity of team processes in such an environment. Research questions: 1. Does the type of virtual team have an impact on the quality of common team processes? 2. Can criteria be identified to determine which type of virtual team is more appropriate for given tasks? Research methodology: A quantitative test was conducted to compare the mean gaps between temporary and ongoing teams in trust, communication, and five collaborative processes. Then, by employing qualitative thematic analysis, we constructed a conceptual model to understand the reasons for these mean gaps. Results: Primary findings indicate that all but one of the tested processes achieved higher levels in ongoing teams rather than in temporary ones. Also, the more the collaborative process entails complex activities involving social bonds, the greater the gaps between the two team types. Conclusion: At the initiation of a virtual team, it would be best to focus on projects limited to elementary activities. If more complex team activities are anticipated, virtual team members should work together for an extended period.

Journal: IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication
Published: 2019-06-01
DOI: 10.1109/tpc.2019.2900909
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