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Nader Ale Ebrahim

Virtual teams: not only a technological matter « Luca Cicatelli - 0 views

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    "Virtual teams: not only a technological matter Posted by Luca on January 16, 2012 · Leave a Comment For my master thesis (Master in Work and Organizational Psychology at Maastricht Universiteit) I studied attitudes and cognitive aspects that have an impact on virtual teams' collaboration with respect to efficacy and effectiveness. Study's sample was composed by two virtual teams set in two different countries: Italy and Mozambique. During a virtual team collaboration simulation, I considered many cognitive aspects that have to be addressed for distance-teamwork-collaboration. According to Wilson and Whitelock (1998) reliability and stability of the used device enables communication among team members. In other words, selected technology need to be adaptable and tailored for the specific collaboration's aim. For example selected media has to connect people through e-mails and chats, if virtual team wants to use synchronous and asynchronous communication. A part from that, online collaboration is not only a technological matter. Trust among team members (Kimble, 2011), shared backgrounds (Tolmie & Boyle, 2000) perception of usefulness of participation (Bliuc, Ellis, Goodyear,& Piggott, 2011) and perceived interdependence (Nam & Zellner, 2011) are examples of cognitive constructs related to virtual team collaboration. It is important to create a culture of team work and being sure that people feel that they are joining a useful activity. In the opposite case there will be no collaboration. Tolmie & Boyle (2000) underlined the importance of having a shared background. More than having it, I guess that it is more important to have a drive in sharing background than an already shared."
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Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams - Repository of the Academy's Library - 0 views

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    "Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Abdul Rashid, Salwa Hanim and Taha, Zahari (2012) Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams. American Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 5 (1). pp. 9-14. ISSN 1793-8244 [img] Text Technology-Use.pdf Download (632Kb) | Preview Official URL: http://ssrn.com/abstract=1999445 Abstract Problem statement: Although, literature proves the importance of the technology role in the effectiveness of virtual Research and Development (R&D) Teams for new product development. However, the factors that make technology construct in a virtual R&D team are still ambiguous. The manager of virtual R&D Teams for new product development does not know which type of technology should be used. Approach: To address the gap and answer the question, the study presents a set of factors that make a technology construct. The proposed construct modified by finding of the field survey (N = 240). We empirically examine the relationship between construct and its factors by employing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). A measurement model built base on the 19 preliminary factors that extracted from literature review. The result shows 10 factors out of 19 factors maintaining to make technology construct. Results: These 10 technology factors can be grouped into two constructs namely Web base communication and Web base data sharing. The findings can help new product development managers of enterprises to concentrate in the main factors for leading an effective virtual R&D team. In addition, it provides a guideline for software developers as well. Conclusion: The second and third generation technologies are now more suitable for developing new products through virtual R&D Teams. Item Type: Article Uncontrolled Keywords: Collaboration Teams, questionnaires, performance, cross-functional Teams, product development, structural equation modeling, measurement model, literature review Subjects: A General Works
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Reducing Faultlines in Geographically Dispersed Teams: Self-Disclosure and Task Elaboration - 0 views

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    "Reducing Faultlines in Geographically Dispersed Teams: Self-Disclosure and Task Elaboration Yi-Te Chiu ychiu@business.queensu.ca D. Sandy Staples Abstract Faultlines have the potential to significantly disrupt team performance due to the creation of intergroup bias. In geographically dispersed Teams, given the combination of dispersed locations and other diversity characteristics, faultlines are potentially a major issue that needs to be more fully understood. This study examines the impact of faultlines on geographically dispersed Teams and how problems caused by faultlines can be resolved. An experimental study of 40, four-person student Teams finds that perceived faultlines heighten conflict and impair decision process quality. The findings also suggest that self-disclosure via weblogs and task elaboration can repair damage caused by faultlines. However, self-disclosure does not have a direct effect on reducing faultlines; the relationship is moderated by social attraction. That is, as team members disclose personal information to out-group members and out-group members are attracted to such disclosure, perceived faultlines are diminished. This study also finds that even in Teams with strong perceived faultlines, team members are still able to exchange and integrate perspectives if they have a better understanding of their out-group members via self-disclosure. The negative consequence of faultlines therefore is eased when task elaboration occurs during task execution. Implications of these coping mechanisms for Teams with faultlines in organizations are discussed. "
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EconPapers: SMEs; Virtual research and development (R&D) teams and new product development: A literature review - 0 views

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    "SMEs; Virtual research and development (R&D) teams and new product development: A literature review Nader Ale Ebrahim, Shamsuddin Ahmed and Zahari Taha Additional contact information Post-Print from HAL Abstract: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are indeed the engines of global economic growth. Their continued growth is a major subject for the economy and employment of any country. Towards that end, virtual research and development (R&D) could be a viable option to sustain and ease the operations of SMEs. However, literature shows there has not been a great deal of research into the diverse characteristic of virtual R&D teams in SMEs. This article provides a comprehensive literature review on different aspects of virtual R&D teams collected from the reputed publications. The purpose of the literature review is to provide an outline on the structure and dynamics of R&D collaboration in SMEs. Specifying the rationale and relevance of virtual teams, the relationship between virtual R&D team for SMEs and new product development (NPD) has been examined. It concludes with identifying the gaps and feebleness in the existing literature and calls for future research in this area. It is argued to form of virtual R&D team deserves consideration at top level management for venturing into the new product development within SMEs. Keywords: Virtual teams; small and medium enterprises; new product development; R&D. (search for similar items in EconPapers) Date: 2010 Note: View the original document on HAL open archive server: http://hal.archives-ouvertes.fr/hal-00723647 References: View references in EconPapers View complete reference list from CitEc Citations Track citations by RSS feed Published, International Journal of the Physical Sciences, 2010, 5, 7, 916-930 Downloads: (external link) http://hal.archives-ouvertes.fr/docs/00/72/36/47/P ... l._-_IJPS-10-154.pdf (application/pdf) Related works: Working Paper: SMEs; Virtual Research and Development (R&D) teams a
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HAL-SHS :: [hal-00593364, version 1] Virtual R&D Teams and SMEs Growth: A Comparative Study Between Iranian and Malaysian SMEs - 0 views

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    "HAL : hal-00593364, version 1 Fiche détaillée Récupérer au format African Journal of Business Management 4, 11 (2010) 2368-2379 Virtual R&D Teams and SMEs Growth: A Comparative Study Between Iranian and Malaysian SMEs Nader Ale Ebrahim 1, Shamsuddin Ahmed 1, Zahari Taha 1 (2010) This paper explores potential advantages of using virtual Teams for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a comprehensive review on various aspects of virtual Teams. Based on the standing of the pertinent literatures, attempt has been made to study the aspects by online survey method in Iran and Malaysia. In both countries, SMEs play an important role in their economies, employments, and capacity building. Virtual R&D team can be one of the means to increase SMEs efficiency and competitiveness in their local as well as global markets. In this context, surveys have been conducted to evaluate the effects of virtuality to the growth of SMEs. The study addresses some differences between two countries in engaging virtual research and development (R&D) Teams in their SMEs. It is observed that there is a significant difference between the SMEs turnover that employed virtual team and that did not employ the virtual team. The way for further studies and recommend improvements are proposed. 1 : University of Malaya (UM) Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya Domaine : Sciences de l'Homme et Société/Gestion et management Sciences de l'ingénieur/Autre Informatique/Autre Mots Clés : Virtual R&D team small and medium enterprises survey developing countries medium-sized enterprises product development Teams information-systems manufacturing SMEs small businesses large firms innovation communication technology questionnaires Liste des fichiers attachés à ce document : PDF Virtual_R_D_Teams_and_SMEs_growth_AJBM_2010.pdf(265.1 KB) "
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SMEs; Virtual research and development (R&D) teams and new product development: A literature review - Munich Personal RePEc Archive - 0 views

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    "SMEs; Virtual research and development (R&D) teams and new product development: A literature review Ale Ebrahim, Nader; Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2010): SMEs; Virtual research and development (R&D) teams and new product development: A literature review. Published in: International Journal of the Physical Sciences , Vol. 5, No. 7 (July 2010): pp. 916-930. [img] PDF - Requires a PDF viewer such as GSview, Xpdf or Adobe Acrobat Reader 387Kb Abstract Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are indeed the engines of global economic growth. Their continued growth is a major subject for the economy and employment of any country. Towards that end, virtual research and development (R&D) could be a viable option to sustain and ease the operations of SMEs. However, literature shows there has not been a great deal of research into the diverse characteristic of virtual R&D teams in SMEs. This article provides a comprehensive literature review on different aspects of virtual R&D teams collected from the reputed publications. The purpose of the literature review is to provide an outline on the structure and dynamics of R&D collaboration in SMEs. Specifying the rationale and relevance of virtual teams, the relationship between virtual R&D team for SMEs and new product development (NPD) has been examined. It concludes with identifying the gaps and feebleness in the existing literature and calls for future research in this area. It is argued to form of virtual R&D team deserves consideration at top level management for venturing into the new product development within SMEs. Item Type: MPRA Paper Language: English Keywords: Virtual teams, small and medium enterprises, new product development, R&D Subjects: M - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting > M5 - Personnel Economics L - Industrial Organization > L1 - Market Structure, Firm Strategy, and Market Performance > L17 - Open Source Products and Markets O - Economic Development, Technol
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JournalTOCs - 0 views

  • Technology Use in the Virtual R&D TeamsAbstract: Problem statement: Although, literature proves the importance of the technology role in the effectiveness of virtual Research and Development (R&D) Teams for new product development. However, the factors that make technology construct in a virtual R&D team are still ambiguous. The manager of virtual R&D Teams for new product development does not know which type of technology should be used. Approach: To address the gap and answer the question, the study presents a set of factors that make a technology construct. The proposed construct modified by finding of the field survey (N = 240). We empirically examine the relationship between construct and its factors by employing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). A measurement model built base on the 19 preliminary factors that extracted from literature review. The result shows 10 factors out of 19 factors maintaining to make technology construct. Results: These 10 technology factors can be grouped into two constructs namely Web base communication and Web base data sharing. The findings can help new product development managers of enterprises to concentrate in the main factors for leading an effective virtual R&D team. In addition, it provides a guideline for software developers as well. Conclusion: The second and third generation technologies are now more suitable for developing new products through virtual R&D Teams.
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    "Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams Abstract: Problem statement: Although, literature proves the importance of the technology role in the effectiveness of virtual Research and Development (R&D) Teams for new product development. However, the factors that make technology construct in a virtual R&D team are still ambiguous. The manager of virtual R&D Teams for new product development does not know which type of technology should be used. Approach: To address the gap and answer the question, the study presents a set of factors that make a technology construct. The proposed construct modified by finding of the field survey (N = 240). We empirically examine the relationship between construct and its factors by employing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). A measurement model built base on the 19 preliminary factors that extracted from literature review. The result shows 10 factors out of 19 factors maintaining to make technology construct. Results: These 10 technology factors can be grouped into two constructs namely Web base communication and Web base data sharing. The findings can help new product development managers of enterprises to concentrate in the main factors for leading an effective virtual R&D team. In addition, it provides a guideline for software developers as well. Conclusion: The second and third generation technologies are now more suitable for developing new products through virtual R&D Teams. Export to Refworks"
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American Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences | Biblioteka Otwartego Uniwersytetu - 0 views

  • Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams Problem statement: Although, literature proves the importance of the technology role in the effectiveness of virtual Research and Development (R&D) Teams for new product development. However, the factors that make technology construct in a virtual R&D team are still ambiguous. The manager of virtual R&D Teams for new product development does not know which type of technology should be used. Approach: To address the gap and answer the question, the study presents a set of factors that make a technology construct. The proposed construct modified by finding of the field survey (N = 240). We empirically examine the relationship between construct and its factors by employing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). A measurement model built base on the 19 preliminary factors that extracted from literature review. The result shows 10 factors out of 19 factors maintaining to make technology construct. Results: These 10 technology factors can be grouped into two constructs namely Web base communication and Web base data sharing. The findings can help new product development managers of enterprises to concentrate in the main factors for leading an effective virtual R&D team. In addition, it provides a guideline for software developers as well. Conclusion: The second and third generation technologies are now more suitable for developing new products through virtual R&D Teams.
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    "Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams Problem statement: Although, literature proves the importance of the technology role in the effectiveness of virtual Research and Development (R&D) Teams for new product development. However, the factors that make technology construct in a virtual R&D team are still ambiguous. The manager of virtual R&D Teams for new product development does not know which type of technology should be used. Approach: To address the gap and answer the question, the study presents a set of factors that make a technology construct. The proposed construct modified by finding of the field survey (N = 240). We empirically examine the relationship between construct and its factors by employing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). A measurement model built base on the 19 preliminary factors that extracted from literature review. The result shows 10 factors out of 19 factors maintaining to make technology construct. Results: These 10 technology factors can be grouped into two constructs namely Web base communication and Web base data sharing. The findings can help new product development managers of enterprises to concentrate in the main factors for leading an effective virtual R&D team. In addition, it provides a guideline for software developers as well. Conclusion: The second and third generation technologies are now more suitable for developing new products through virtual R&D Teams."
Nader Ale Ebrahim

The effectiveness of virtual R&D; Teams in SMEs: experiences of Malaysian SMEs (2011-04-07) · Q-Sensei - 0 views

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    "The effectiveness of virtual R&D Teams in SMEs: experiences of Malaysian SMEs Author Ale Ebrahim, Nader · Abdul Rashid, Salwa Hanim · Ahmed, Shamsuddin · Taha, Zahari Published 2011-04-07 See all Details Abstract The number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), especially those involved with research and development (R&D) programs and employed virtual Teams to create the greatest competitive advantage from limited labor are increasing. Global and localized virtual R&D Teams are believed to have high potential for the growth of SMEs. Due to the fast-growing complexity of new products coupled with new emerging opportunities of virtual Teams, a collaborative approach is believed to be the future trend. This research explores the effectiveness of virtuality in SMEs' virtual R&D Teams. Online questionnaires were emailed to Malaysian manufacturing SMEs and 74 usable questionnaires were received, representing a 20.8 percent return rate. In order to avoid biases which may result from pre-suggested answers, a series of open-ended questions were retrieved from the experts. This study was focused on analyzing an open-ended question, whereby four main themes were extracted from the experts' recommendations regarding the effectiveness of virtual Teams for the growth and performance of SMEs. The findings of this study would be useful to product design managers of SMEs in order to realize the key advantages and significance of virtual R&D Teams during the new product development (NPD) process. This in turn, leads to increased effectiveness in new product development's procedure. back to top Reviews Nobody has reviewed this item yet. Why not be the first one? back to top Add Review Details Title The effectiveness of virtual R&D Teams in SMEs: experiences of Malaysian SMEs Author Ale Ebrahim, Nader · Abdul Rashid, Salwa Hanim · Ahmed, Shamsuddin · Taha, Zahari Year 2011 Published 2011-04-07 History 2011-05-30 Type Research Paper Language eng Ke
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All for one, one for all: Coopetition and virtual team performance 10.1016/j.techfore.2012.01.008 : Technological Forecasting and Social Change | ScienceDirect.com - 0 views

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    "All for one, one for all: Coopetition and virtual team performance Yehuda Barucha [Author Vitae], Chieh-Peng Linb, Corresponding author contact information, E-mail the corresponding author [Author Vitae] a Rouen Business School, Mont-Saint-Aignan, France b National Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC Received 9 February 2011. Revised 16 December 2011. Accepted 18 January 2012. Available online 19 February 2012. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.techfore.2012.01.008, How to Cite or Link Using DOI Permissions & Reprints View full text Purchase Abstract This study establishes a model based on coopetition theory to explain the formation of team performance in virtual teams. We tested the model in information technology (IT) organizations, and found applicability of coopetition in influencing team performance and knowledge sharing. Knowledge sharing is indirectly influenced by team politics and social capital (i.e., trust, social interaction and shared vision) via the mediation of cooperation and competition, while team performance is indirectly affected by team politics and social capital via the mediation of cooperation, team emotional intelligence and team competence."
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Managing Geographically Dispersed Teams: From Temporary to Permanent Global Virtual Teams by Tine Hansen, Alexander Hope, Robert Moehler :: SSRN - 0 views

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    "Managing Geographically Dispersed Teams: From Temporary to Permanent Global Virtual Teams Tine Hansen VIA University College Alexander John Hope Northumbria University Robert C. Moehler University of Northumbria at Newcastle May 25, 2012 Abstract: The rise and spread of information communication technologies (ICT) has enabled increasing use of geographically dispersed work Teams (Global Virtual Teams). Originally, Global Virtual Teams were mainly organised into temporary projects. Little research has focused on the emergent challenge for organisations to move towards establishing permanent Global Virtual Teams in order to leverage knowledge sharing and cooperation across distance. To close this gap, this paper will set the scene for a research project investigating the changed preconditions for organisations. As daily face-to-face communication is not the basis for developing manager-subordinate, as well as member-member relations, the development of Teams to work together efficiently and effectively in a virtual setting has often been neglected. Part of this discussion are the changed parameters in relation to increasing global competition; a new generation of self-lead digital natives, who are already practising virtual relationships and a new approach to work, and currently joining the global workforce; and improved communication technologies. Number of Pages in PDF File: 16 Keywords: Global Virtual Teams, ICT, leadership, motivation, self-management, millenials working papers series "
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Modified stage-gate: A conceptual model of virtual product development process - 0 views

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    "Modified stage-gate: A conceptual model of virtual product development process Contents: Author info Abstract Bibliographic info Download info Related research References Citations Lists Statistics Corrections Author Info Ale Ebrahim, Nader Ahmed, Shamsuddin Taha, Zahari Registered author(s): Nader Ale Ebrahim Abstract In today's dynamic marketplace, manufacturing companies are under strong pressure to introduce new products for long-term survival with their competitors. Nevertheless, every company cannot cope up progressively or immediately with the market requirements due to knowledge dynamics being experienced in the competitive milieu. Increased competition and reduced product life cycles put force upon companies to develop new products faster. In response to these pressing needs, there should be some new approach compatible in flexible circumstances. This paper presents a solution based on the popular Stage-Gate system, which is closely linked with virtual team approach. Virtual teams can provide a platform to advance the knowledge-base in a company and thus to reduce time-to-market. This article introduces conceptual product development architecture under a virtual team umbrella. The paper describes all the major aspects of new product development (NPD), NPD process and its relationship with virtual teams, Stage-Gate system finally presents a modified Stage-Gate system to cope up with the changing needs. It also provides the guidelines for the successful implementation of virtual teams in new product development. Download Info If you experience problems downloading a file, check if you have the proper application to view it first. In case of further problems read the IDEAS help page. Note that these files are not on the IDEAS site. Please be patient as the files may be large. File URL: http://mpra.ub.uni-muenchen.de/27043/ Download Restriction: no Bibliographic Info Paper provided by Universit
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Items where Author is "Ale Ebrahim, Nader" - OpenDepot.org - 0 views

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    "Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Abdul Rashid, Salwa Hanim and Taha, Zahari (2012) Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams. American Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 5 (1). pp. 9-14. ISSN 1793-8244 Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2010) Virtual R&D Teams and SMEs growth: A comparative study between Iranian and Malaysian SMEs. African Journal of Business Management, 4 (11). pp. 2368-2379. ISSN 1993-8233 Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2010) Virtual R&D Teams and SMEs' growth: A comparative study between Iranian and Malaysian SMEs. African Journal of Business Management, 4 (11). pp. 2368-2379. ISSN 1993-8233 Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2010) SMEs; Virtual research and development (R&D) Teams and new product development: A literature review. International Journal of the Physical Sciences, 5 (7). pp. 916-930. ISSN 1992-1950 Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2010) Critical Factors for New Product Developments in SMEs Virtual Team. African Journal of Business Management, 4 (11). pp. 2247-2257. ISSN 1993-8233 Raval, MR. R. R. and Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2010) WORK TOGETHER… WHEN APART CHALLENGES AND WHAT IS NEED FOR EFFECTIVE VIRTUAL Teams. Journal of Information, Knowledge and Research in Business Management and Administration, 1 (1). pp. 1-3. ISSN 0975 - 671X Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2009) Modified Stage-Gate: A Conceptual Model of Virtual Product Development Process. African Journal of Marketing Management, 1 (9). pp. 211-219. ISSN 1993-8233 Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2009) Innovation and R & D Activities in Virtual Team. European Journal of Scientific Research, 34 (3). pp. 297-307. ISSN 1450-216X Ale Ebrahim, Nader and Ahmed, Shamsuddin and Taha, Zahari (2009) Virtual Teams: a Literature Review. Australian Journal of Basic and
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Psicothema - 0 views

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    "Psicothema ISSN EDICIÓN EN PAPEL: 0214-9915 2012. Vol. 24, nº 1, pp. 29-34 Copyright © 2012 Ver PDF EL PAPEL DEL ENTRENAMIENTO AUTOGUIADO EN LA RELACIÓN ENTRE EL CONFLICTO DE TAREA Y LA INNOVACIÓN EN EQUIPOS VIRTUALES Edurne Martínez Moreno, Virginia Orengo Castellá y Ana Zornoza Abad Universidad de Valencia El objetivo del estudio es analizar el papel modulador de un programa de entrenamiento autoguiado en la relación entre conflicto de tarea e innovación en equipos virtuales (EV) y a través de comunicación sincrónica mediada por ordenador (CSMO). Para ello, se llevó a cabo un estudio de laboratorio donde 26 equipos fueron asignados a la condición de entrenamiento y 24 a la condición control. Nuestros resultados confirman que si bien la relación entre el conflicto de tarea y la innovación en los equipos es negativa, el entrenamiento autoguiado puede frenar los efectos contraproducentes. Así, nuestro estudio aporta evidencia adicional de la relación lineal entre el conflicto de tarea y la innovación en equipos de CSMO, amplía la investigación previa realizada en equipos cara a cara al contexto virtual y sugiere que el entrenamiento autoguiado puede ser útil para la innovación de los equipos virtuales. The role of self-guided training in the relationship between task conflict and innovation in virtual teams. This study was conducted to evaluate the moderating role of self-guided training in the relationship between task conflict and team innovation in synchronic computer-mediated communication (SCMC) teams. For this purpose, a laboratory study was carried out in which 26 teams were assigned to the training condition and 24 to the control condition. Results confirmed that SCMC teams develop a negative relationship between task conflict and innovation, but also revealed that self-guided training may slow these counterproductive effects down. Our study provides new evidence of the linear relationship between task conflict and
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UM Research Repository - 0 views

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    "Effective virtual teams for new product development Ale Ebrahim, N.; Ahmed, S.; Abdul Rashid, S.H.; Taha, Z. (2012) Effective virtual teams for new product development. Scientific Research and Essay, 7 (21). pp. 1971-1985. ISSN 1992-2248 [img] PDF - Submitted Version Download (609Kb) | Preview Official URL: http://www.academicjournals.org/sre/abstracts/abst... Abstract At present, the existing literature shows that the factors which influence the effectiveness of virtual teams for new product development are still ambiguous. To address this problem, a research design was developed, which includes detailed literature review, preliminary model and field survey. From literature review, the factors which influence the effectiveness of virtual teams are identified and these factors are modified using a field survey. The relationship between knowledge workers (people), process and technology in virtual teams is explored in this study. The results of the study suggest that technology and process are tightly correlated and need to be considered early in virtual teams. The use of software as a service, web solution, report generator and tracking system should be incorporated for effectiveness virtual teams. Item Type: Article Creators: Ale Ebrahim, N.(1 Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) Ahmed, S. Abdul Rashid, S.H. Taha, Z. Journal or Publication Title: Scientific Research and Essay Additional Information: Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Uncontrolled Keywords: Virtual teams, collaboration, questionnaires, communication, information, integration, performance, success, cross-functional teams, product development. Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) L Education > L Education (General) T Technology > T Technology (General) Divisions: Faculty o
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Result List: AR "Ebrahim, Nader Ale": EBSCOhost - 0 views

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    "Effective Strategies for Increasing Citation Frequency. Full Text Available Academic Journal By: Ebrahim, Nader Ale; Salehi, Hadi; Embi, Mohamed Amin; Tanha, Farid Habibi; Gholizadeh, Hossein; Motahar, Seyed; Ordi, Ali. International Education Studies. Nov2013, Vol. 6 Issue 11, p93-99. 7p. DOI: 10.5539/ies.v6n11p93. , Database: Education Research Complete Due to the effect of citation impact on The Higher Education (THE) world university ranking system, most of the researchers are looking for some helpful techniques to increase their citation reco... Subjects: CITATION analysis; HIGHER education; UNIVERSITIES & colleges -- Ratings & rankings; OPEN access publishing; H-index (Citation analysis) Chart Graph Add to folder PDF Full Text (258KB) 2. Technology Use in the Virtual R&D Teams. Detail Only Available Academic Journal By: Ebrahim, Nader Ale; Ahmed, Shamsuddin; Rashid, Salwa Hanim Abdul; Taha, Zahari. American Journal of Engineering & Applied Sciences. 2012, Vol. 5 Issue 1, p9-14. 6p. 2 Diagrams, 4 Charts. , Database: Academic Search Premier The article presents a study on the use of technology in the virtual research and development (R&D) Teams. Virtual Teams use digital communications, video and audio links, electronic whiteboards,... Subjects: RESEARCH Teams; RESEARCH & development; DIGITAL communications; INDUSTRIAL research; DIGITAL media Add to folder Check the Library catalogue to see if you have access to this title.Display library holdings for this journal title 3. Virtual Teams: a Literature Review. Detail Only Available Academic Journal By: Ebrahim, Nader Ale; Ahmed, Shamsuddin; Taha, Zahari. Australian Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences. 2009, Vol. 3 Issue 3, p2653-2669. 17p. 1 Diagram, 8 Charts. , Database: Academic Search Premier In the competitive market , virtual Teams represent a growing response to the need for fasting time-to-market, low-cost and rapid solutions to complex organizational problems. Virtual Teams enabl...
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Critical Factors For New Product Developments In Smes Virtual Team - 0 views

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    "# Virtual R&D teams and SMEs growth: A comparative study between Iranian and Malaysian SMEs This paper explores potential advantages of using virtual teams for small and medium-sized enterpris... # Envisages of New Product Developments in Small and Medium Enterprises through Virtual Team New product development (NPD) in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) virtual team has not been... # Virtual teams: A New Opportunity to Develop a Business Virtual teams give many advantages to organizations, including increased knowledge sharing and impro... # SMEs; Virtual research and development (R&D) teams and new product development: A literature review Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are indeed the engines of global economic growth. Their co... # Virtual teams for New Product Development - An Innovative Experience for R&D Engineers New interaction tools such as internet allow companies to gain valuable input from research and deve... "
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Scopus - Document details - 0 views

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    "International Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society Volume 9, Issue 1, 2013, Pages 73-90 Multiagent systems as a team member (Article) Turner, J.R. Applied Technology and Performance Improvement (ATPI) Program, University of North Texas, United States View references (38) Abstract With the increasing complex business environment that organizations have to operate in today, teams are being utilized to complete complex tasks. teams are capable of completing complex tasks that no one individual can achieve. Effective team decision-making requires team members to discuss new information (unshared knowledge) and to consider this new information along with existing information (shared knowledge). Research has shown that shared knowledge is favored over unshared knowledge during team discussions. One method of transferring unshared knowledge to shared knowledge is to take advantage of new multiagent systems that are designed to support teams. Multiagent systems are capable of filtering information without the bias toward shared information over unshared information. This paper takes a theoretical approach supporting the use of multiagent systems as a means to increase the effectiveness of team decision-making processes by better capturing shared and unshared information. © Common Ground, John R. Turner. Author keywords Multiagent systems; Shared and unshared knowledge; teams ISSN: 18323669Source Type: Conference Proceeding Original language: English Document Type: Article Publisher: Common Ground Publishing"
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HAL-SHS :: [hal-00787805, version 1] Process Construct in the Virtual R&D Teams - 0 views

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    "HAL : hal-00787805, version 1 Fiche détaillée Récupérer au format Proceedings of the Asia Pacific Industrial Engineering & Management Systems Conference 2012, Patong Beach, Phuket : Thaïlande (2012) Process Construct in the Virtual R&D Teams Nader Ale Ebrahim 1, Shamsuddin Ahmed 1, Salwa Hanim Abdul Rashid 1, Zahari Taha 2, Mohammadjafari Marjan 1 (03/12/2012) literature proves the importance of the process role in the effectiveness of virtual research and development (R&D) Teams for new product development (NPD). However, the factors that make process construct in a virtual R&D team are still unclear. The manager of virtual R&D Teams for NPD does not know which items of process should be used. To address the gap and answer the question, the study presents a set of factors that make a process construct. The proposed construct modified by finding of the field survey. We empirically examine the relationship between construct, dimensions and its factors by employing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). A measurement model built base on the 13 preliminary factors that extracted from literature review. The result shows 9 factors out of 13 factors maintaining to make process construct. These factors can be grouped into two dimensions namely generating report and collaborative system. The findings can help new product development managers of enterprises to concentrate in the main factors for leading an effective virtual R&D team. In addition, it provides a guideline for future research. 1 : University of Malaya (UM) Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya 2 : Faculty of Manufacturing Engineering and Management Technology, University Malaysia Pahang (UMP) Education Domaine : Sciences de l'ingénieur/Autre Sciences de l'Homme et Société/Gestion et management Économie et finance quantitative/Gestion des risques Mots Clés : Collaboration Teams - questionnaires performance - cross-functional t
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Content of Present issue - The Effectiveness of Virtual R&D Teams in SMEs: Experiences of Malaysian SMEs - 0 views

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    " The Effectiveness of Virtual R&D Teams in SMEs: Experiences of Malaysian SMEs Nader Ale Ebrahim, 1Salwa Hanim Abdul Rashid, 2Shamsuddin Ahmed, 3Zahari Taha Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 1Centre for Product Design and Manufacturing, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 3Faculty of Manufacturing Engineering and Management Technology, University Malaysia Pahang, 26300 Gambang, Pahang, Malaysia Received, January 12, 2011; Revised, April 12, 2011; Accepted, April 19, 2011 Abstract The number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), especially those involved with research and development (R&D) programs and employed virtual Teams to create the greatest competitive advantage from limited labor are increasing. Global and localized virtual R&D Teams are believed to have high potential for the growth of SMEs. Due to the fast-growing complexity of new products coupled with new emerging opportunities of virtual Teams, a collaborative approach is believed to be the future trend. This research explores the effectiveness of virtuality in SMEs' virtual R&D Teams. Online questionnaires were emailed to Malaysian manufacturing SMEs and 74 usable questionnaires were received, representing a 20.8 percent return rate. In order to avoid biases which may result from pre-suggested answers, a series of open-ended questions were retrieved from the experts. This study was focused on analyzing an open-ended question, whereby four main themes were extracted from the experts' recommendations regarding the effectiveness of virtual Teams for the growth and performance of SMEs. The findings of this study would be useful to product design managers of SMEs in order to realize the key advantages and significance of virtual R&D Teams during the new product
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