Contributions of Shared Mental Models to Virtual Teams: A Dynamic that Enhances Performance and Collaboration

Mustafa Of; Öznur Gökkaya

Article Details

Contributions of Shared Mental Models to Virtual Teams: A Dynamic that Enhances Performance and Collaboration

Authors:

Mustafa Of | Öznur Gökkaya

Publisher:

Kocaeli University

Main Topics:

Politika ve Yönetim (Diğer)

Journal:

Kocaeli Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi Vol.2 Issue 48, pp.242-258

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2024

Document Language:

Turkish

Document ID (Org No.):

2001338475

pISSN:

1302-6658

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Abstract:

 In virtual teams, shared mental models stand out as an important building block in the development of communication, adaptation and collaboration processes. Developed especially for virtual environments where physical interaction is limited, these models allow team members to develop a common understanding and increase team performance. This study examines the contributions of shared mental models to the performance and collaboration of virtual teams. The complexity of virtual work environments and the communication difficulties brought about by physical distance make it difficult to develop a common understanding among team members. In this context, shared mental models are seen to provide more effective communication and coordination among team members, accelerate decision-making processes, and increase team efficiency. In the light of existing literature, the study examines how shared mental models are developed in virtual teams and their positive effects on performance. In addition, the relationship between leadership and collaboration processes in virtual teams and shared mental models is also evaluated. Finally, how these models can be used more efficiently in virtual environments and future areas of study are discussed.

 In virtual teams, shared mental models stand out as an important building block in the development of communication, adaptation and collaboration processes. Developed especially for virtual environments where physical interaction is limited, these models allow team members to develop a common understanding and increase team performance. This study examines the contributions of shared mental models to the performance and collaboration of virtual teams. The complexity of virtual work environments and the communication difficulties brought about by physical distance make it difficult to develop a common understanding among team members. In this context, shared mental models are seen to provide more effective communication and coordination among team members, accelerate decision-making processes, and increase team efficiency. In the light of existing literature, the study examines how shared mental models are developed in virtual teams and their positive effects on performance. In addition, the relationship between leadership and collaboration processes in virtual teams and shared mental models is also evaluated. Finally, how these models can be used more efficiently in virtual environments and future areas of study are discussed.

 In virtual teams, shared mental models stand out as an important building block in the development of communication, adaptation and collaboration processes. Developed especially for virtual environments where physical interaction is limited, these models allow team members to develop a common understanding and increase team performance. This study examines the contributions of shared mental models to the performance and collaboration of virtual teams. The complexity of virtual work environments and the communication difficulties brought about by physical distance make it difficult to develop a common understanding among team members. In this context, shared mental models are seen to provide more effective communication and coordination among team members, accelerate decision-making processes, and increase team efficiency. In the light of existing literature, the study examines how shared mental models are developed in virtual teams and their positive effects on performance. In addition, the relationship between leadership and collaboration processes in virtual teams and shared mental models is also evaluated. Finally, how these models can be used more efficiently in virtual environments and future areas of study are discussed.

 Sanal takımlarda ortak zihinsel modeller, iletişim, uyum ve iş birliği süreçlerinin geliştirilmesinde önemli bir yapı taşı olarak öne çıkmaktadır. Özellikle fiziksel etkileşimin sınırlı olduğu sanal ortamlar için geliştirilen bu modeller, takım üyelerinin ortak bir anlayış geliştirmesine imkân tanır ve takım performansını artırır. Bu çalışma, sanal takımların performansına ve iş birliğine yönelik olarak ortak zihinsel modellerin katkılarını incelemektedir. Sanal çalışma ortamlarının karmaşıklığı ve fiziksel mesafelerin getirdiği iletişim zorlukları, takım üyeleri arasında ortak bir anlayış geliştirilmesini zorlaştırmaktadır. Bu bağlamda, ortak zihinsel modellerin, takım üyeleri arasında daha etkili iletişim ve koordinasyon sağladığı, karar verme süreçlerini hızlandırdığı ve takım verimliliğini artırdığı görülmektedir. Çalışmada, mevcut literatür ışığında, ortak zihinsel modellerin sanal takımlarda nasıl geliştirildiği ve performans üzerindeki olumlu etkileri ele alınmaktadır. Ayrıca, sanal takımlarda liderlik ve iş birliği süreçleri ile ortak zihinsel modeller arasındaki ilişki de değerlendirilmiştir. Son olarak, bu modellerin sanal ortamlarda nasıl daha verimli bir şekilde kullanılabileceği ve gelecekteki çalışma alanları tartışılmıştır.

Article Details

Contributions of Shared Mental Models to Virtual Teams: A Dynamic that Enhances Performance and Collaboration

Authors:

Mustafa Of | Öznur Gökkaya

Publisher:

Kocaeli University

Main Topics:

Politika ve Yönetim (Diğer)

Journal:

Kocaeli Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi Vol.2 Issue 48, pp.242-258

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2024

Document Language:

Turkish

Document ID (Org No.):

2001338475

pISSN:

1302-6658

Shared Mental Models

Virtual Teams

Team Performance

Collaboration

Leadership

Digital Work

Team DynamicsOrtak Zihinsel Modeller

Sanal Takımlar

Takım Performansı

İş Birliği

Liderlik

Dijital Çalışma

Takım Dinamikleri

Issues

Article Details

Authors: Mustafa Of | Öznur Gökkaya

Publisher: Kocaeli University

Main Topics: Politika ve Yönetim (Diğer)

Journal: Kocaeli Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi Vol.2 Issue 48, pp.242-258

Document Type: Article

Publication Date: 12/2024

Document Language: Turkish

Document ID (Org No.): 2001338475

pISSN: 1302-6658

Issues

Authors:

Mustafa Of | Öznur Gökkaya

Publisher:

Kocaeli University

Main Topics:

Politika ve Yönetim (Diğer)

Journal:

Kocaeli Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi Vol.2 Issue 48, pp.242-258

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2024

Document Language:

Turkish

Document ID (Org No.):

2001338475

pISSN:

1302-6658