Effective Communication on Virtual Teams

  Effective Communication on Virtual Teams Deana Messer University of Arizona Global Campus EDU 337:  Collaboration in the Virtual Classroom Dr. Julie Allen January 27, 2026 Advantages of Working on a Virtual Team 1) Find the Best Talent     When working on a virtual team, you can take your time and find people who have the best talent-- whether they are in Switzerland, USA, or South Africa. No matter the project, you can find the best talent to work on said project. 2) Increased Flexibility     Members on the team can sometimes decide when and where they work-- whether it be by the pool, in a home office, or in a coffee shop. There is some flexibility in hours while working remotely as well. 3) Companies can Save Money      " Fully virtual teams also carry huge savings by avoiding the need to invest in a physical office space."  (Dimitrov, 2024)  This demonstrates that c ompanies do not have to pay for leasing a building or ut...