Management Control in virtual
work environnemts
Prepared by:
-Mohamed ait elmiskine
-M’barek mansouri
-Abdelhak farahi
-Mohamed jrharha
Plan
A. Introduction
B. What is virtual project management?
C. How do you manage a virtual work
environment?
D. What are the steps to make a strong virtual
team?
E. What is the role of a manager in a virtual team?
F. Conclusion
A. INTRODUCTION
• In recent years, the landscape of work has
undergone a profound transformation, largely
influenced by advancements in technology,
shifting attitudes toward work, and
unprecedented global events. The rise of remote
work, also known as telecommuting or telework,
has emerged as a defining feature of this new
work era. In this introduction, I will explore the
concept of virtual work environments, delve into
the factors contributing to the ascent of remote
work.
The concept of virtual work environments:
• Virtual work environments, also referred to as
remote work settings, encompass work
arrangements where employees perform their job
responsibilities from locations outside the
traditional office. These locations can range from
home offices to co-working spaces, coffee shops, or
any place with an internet connection. These
environments are facilitated by digital technology,
allowing employees to stay connected, collaborate,
and contribute to their organizations without the
need for physical proximity to colleagues or the
workplace.
The factors contributing to
the ascent of remote work:
The rise of remote work has been a
multifaceted phenomenon that has
reshaped the way we think about work
and employment. Several factors have
propelled this transformation:
Technological Advancements
The COVID-19 Pandemic
Globalization
Cost Savings
Work-Life Balance
Environmental Considerations
B. What is virtual project
management?
• Virtual project management is a remote
working method involving real-time tracking
and monitoring of tasks and other activities.
Since the team members and employees are
usually in different locations or time zones, a
virtual project manager ensures everyone
understands and meets the company's goals.
This process is done with the help of
software or the internet. A virtual team
functions almost exactly like a traditional
team.
• Managing projects online or by
remote team members increases the
quality of work and accomplishes the
project within the designated budget.
Virtual project management allows
connecting experienced and skilled
members from all around the world
and improves the company's
productivity.
[Link] do you manage a
virtual work environment?
1. Focus on communication :
In the remote work environment, some team
members may feel lost and unsure of how to
contact their manager or talk with their team
when they have questions. Managers may
experience the pressure to check in with their
team constantly to ensure they are being
productive and on track to meet goals.
2. Protect against burnout:
• Remote work may put team members in
awkward situations as they try to maintain a
work-life balance. With extra pressure to
perform and blurred boundaries between their
working space and living space, employees may
burn out quickly.
3. Create team-wide connections:
• Working remotely can be isolating. Without the
casual interactions or in-person check-ins that
would normally happen in an office, team
members may feel alone and unseen as they sit
in front of their computers at home. Fewer face-
to-face interactions and meetings make many
managers feel that company culture suffering.
4. Value each team member
• With the physical disconnect of remote work,
team members may feel forgotten, uninvolved,
or unvalued. Many managers work to combat
those feelings in order to keep their team
members engaged with their work.
5. Be a great leader
• Team members look to their managers for
information, guidance, and support, especially in
online environments. They need a strong leader
who can keep up with the demands of a unique
virtual workplace, so it's vital that managers like
you know how to lead a team remotely.
Thankfully, you can inspire and motivate your
team even when you don't see them in person.
How to make a strong virtual team?
Trust
Technology Guidelines
tools expectations
The steps to
make a strong
virtual team
Relationships Good
communication
Understanding
The role of a manager in a virtual
team
Communication &
Collaboration
Planning &
Organizing
Motivation &
leadership
Conclusion
• Example of a virtual organization
• British Telecom. It operates in over a hundred
countries and is able to do so because it does not
follow the structure of a "regular" organization.
• British Telecom (or BT Group) is the historic British
telecommunications operator. The market was
opened to competition in 1982, but BT is still the
leader in the fixed-line telephone sector.
• CEOs, military generals, team coaches, and
department heads are examples of leaders who must
engage and motivate their organizations to achieve
collective goals while establishing a positive and
welcoming environment.
• CEOS is a consulting firm in Ethics and Social
Organization, dedicated to researching the best ways
to operate in society.
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