A distributed team is a group of individuals working together towards a common goal, but located in different geographical locations or time zones. Members of a distributed team communicate and collaborate through technology such as email, video conferencing, instant messaging and other online collaboration tools.
Distributed teams can be fully remote or partially remote, with some members working in a physical office and others working remotely. They are often used by companies looking to expand their talent pool and benefit from professional expertise outside their local area.
Distributed teams offer several benefits, including increased flexibility, access to a larger talent pool and reduced overhead costs. However, they can also present challenges with communication, coordination and collaboration, especially when team members are spread across different time zones and cultural contexts. Effective communication and collaboration tools, as well as clear expectations and guidelines, are key to the success of distributed teams.
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