[Year 12 IT Apps] PD Opportunity: Managing and working in a virtual team

[Margaret Lawson]

An Australian Institute of Management event that might interest some 
teachers of ITA. At a cost of  $30 for non-members, it is a bargain...
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February 13th, 2008 from 6.00pm - 8.30pm
Venue: AIM Management House 181 Fitzroy Street ST KILDA VIC 3182

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*Managing and working in a virtual team*

Developing virtual teams is 90% culture change and 10% technology." - 
Bob Buckman

Collaboration between groups and individuals working remotely is not a 
new concept. However the development of information technology has 
driven the development of virtual teams. In today's global market place, 
organizations looking for a competitive edge have found it in technology 
which allows them to utilize employees in new ways; in different places 
and at different times.

During this forum we will explore some of the *dynamics of virtual and 
remote teams* through an experiential-based learning activity. What are 
some of the common challenges that virtual teams face when collaborating 
across national, professional and organizational boundaries? Why are 
some of the pitfalls and frustrations so hard to avoid and why are these 
teams so very, very hard to manage? We will review the eight key 
elements that have been identified by research as representing the 
critical drivers of success in virtual team environment. What are the 
things that absolutely must go right and what can go wrong?

Mike Cook - AIM Consultant
Mike's career in the training and development industry has taken him to 
France, Australia and he has spent over 12 years living and working in 
Germany. Mike has had the opportunity to work with people and 
organizations from across Europe, the United States, South and Latin 
America, Russia and Asia Pacific. Today Mike develops and facilitates 
learning interventions for global matrix organizations in the area of 
international leadership and team development, as well as organizational 
change and cultural integration processes.

http://www.aimvic.com.au/apps/events/event.php?EventID=898&eventCatSelected=90




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Margaret Lawson

Educational Technologist
Training * Workshops * Ideas

margaret.lawson at konstantkaos.net

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