Communication and coordination in the virtual office

摘要: As information technology becomes more pervasive, the structure of traditional work environment is changing. A number alternatives are emerging where performed at remote locations. Existing practices and managerial strategies often not appropriate in this environment. In particular, office communication with coworkers management, which dependent on physical proximity, disrupted. study, individual satisfaction telecommuting conventional environments compared through a study telecommuters comparison group non-telecommuters nine firms. We investigate influence certain organizational factors, such as job characteristics, IT support, coordination methods, two environments. find report higher communication. Our findings indicate that task predictability, electronic have similar influences for both groups. discuss implications these research practice.