BIONIC eTEAMWORK: How to Build Collaborative Virtual Teams at Hyperspeed

Consultant and author Kostner (Knights of the Tele-Round Table) prescribes a plan for companies with international teams. Effective use of e-mail, cell phones and teleconferencing requires planning and innovation. For example, workers scheduling conference calls must consider time differences. Likewise, people should make their home or cell phone numbers available for colleagues in different time zones. Kostner also stresses the need to use the most suitable 24/7 technology. End-of-chapter checklists with action steps for team leaders and members are quite helpful. (Oct.)