As technology has evolved, the reality of virtual organizations has begun to take hold in a variety of industries. It is now commonplace for employees to work, at least in part, from offsite. Telecommuting is a reality that has allowed companies to reduce costs, become more competitive, and facilitate happier more productive employees. Virtual employees, or “telework is one of the most radical departures from standard working conditions in the suite of flexible work practices now gaining widespread acceptance.” (Daniels, Lamond, & Standen, 2001) Literature Review: Managing Professionals in Virtual Environment
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Literature Review: Managing Professionals in Virtual Environment
- Executive Summary
- Literature Review
- Discussion
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This literature review examines the challenges and opportunities associated with managing virtual employees, particularly within the Information Technology (IT) sector. The study aims to identify key strategies and best practices for effectively leading and supervising remote IT professionals.
- The Impact of Virtual Work Environments on Management
- Challenges in Managing Virtual Employees
- Communication Strategies for Virtual Teams
- Legal Considerations of Virtual Employment
- Paradoxes of Virtual Work: Structure vs. Flexibility, Individual vs. Team Focus, Control vs. Empowerment
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Abstract: Briefly introduces the concept of virtual organizations and the increasing prevalence of remote work, particularly within the IT industry. It highlights the need for effective management strategies to ensure productivity and employee satisfaction.
- Literature Review: Managing Professionals in Virtual Environment: Provides an overview of existing research on managing virtual employees, highlighting the challenges faced by managers in ensuring productivity and communication effectiveness.
- Executive Summary: Summarizes the key findings of the literature review, emphasizing the importance of communication, technology utilization, and employee appreciation for successful virtual employee management.
- Literature Review: Delves into the specific challenges encountered by managers when working with virtual employees, including the need for effective communication, performance measurement, and employee support.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key concepts explored in this literature review include virtual employees, telecommuting, virtual work environments, management challenges, communication strategies, legal considerations, employee performance, technology utilization, trust, and team dynamics. The review examines the unique challenges and opportunities presented by managing IT professionals in a virtual setting.
- Quote paper
- Kimberly Wylie (Author), 2004, Literature Review: Managing Professionals in Virtual Environment, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/57776
