Discuss the below:
As a newly appointed project manager of a research team, you believe that you will be able to manage the project virtually from your office in London, even though the other six members are located in Munich. This will solve your personal dilemma as your family does not want to be relocated. The project has a six-month deadline. What factors should you consider in order to make this virtual assignment effective?
I would have to consider the time difference between London and Munich. It is because it has a direct effect on the meetings and presentations involving the project. Second, I would consider the availability of impeccable communication channels like chatting applications like Skype. It would be appropriate to decide on an effective communication channel that fits the team in Munich. As a project manager, I should consider the best way to create trust between me Munich team. They should understand my reasons for not moving in Munich and the reason the project can stills succeed even if I am in London. Finally, I would consider the cost of doing the project virtually and physically.