Cultural Implications of Collaborative Information Technologies (CITs) in International Online Collaborations and Global Virtual Teams

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Author(s): Bolanle A. Olaniran (Texas Tech University, USA)and David A. Edgell (Texas Tech University, USA)
Copyright: 2008
Pages: 17
Source title: Handbook of Research on Virtual Workplaces and the New Nature of Business Practices
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Pavel Zemliansky (James Madison University, USA)and Kirk St.Amant (East Carolina University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59904-893-2.ch010

Keywords: Business & Management / Business Science Reference / Human Resources Development / Human Resources Management

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This chapter introduces and explains some critical issues regarding Cultural Implications of Collaborative Information Technologies (CITs) in International Online Collaborations and Global Virtual Teams. This chapter attempts to addresses some of the cross-cultural issues in international online collaboration, which include but are not limited to language, culture, trust, and technology along with the implications for organizational virtual collaboration. The chapter also provides useful recommendations and strategies for improving international online virtual collaboration with CMC.

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