B325 Managing Across Organizational & Cultural Boundaries B325 Tutor Monitoring Assignment Spring 2018 QUESTIONS Question 1 (50 Marks) In a globalized world, virtual organizations are becoming more common. Employing technology to mediate communicat

B325
Managing Across Organizational & Cultural Boundaries B325


Tutor Monitoring Assignment
Spring 2018

QUESTIONS

Question 1 (50 Marks)

In a globalized world, virtual organizations are becoming more common. Employing technology to mediate communication and action is an essential tool for the success of virtual teams. Based on B325 course material and the article in hand, define what is meant by virtual teams/virtual organizations. Explain the importance of technology mediation in managing virtual teams. Reflect in your discussion on the importance of transparency and the main challenges that virtual team might encounter from both a theoretical and practical stand. Word limit: 1000 words.

Question 2 (50 Marks)

According to the article, six dimensions are required for the analysis of virtual organizations. One of them is level of trust. Discuss trust and aspects needed to build trust. Reflect on the case in this regard. Word limit: 1000 words.