What is Distributed Teams?
Definition: Teams where members work from different geographic locations, often across cities, countries, or timezones.
Distributed teams are groups of people who work together but are spread across different geographic locations. Unlike co-located teams that share an office, distributed teams rely on digital tools to collaborate.
Managing distributed teams requires intentional practices around communication, documentation, and culture-building. Time zone differences create both challenges (scheduling) and opportunities (follow-the-sun coverage).
Successful distributed teams typically embrace async-first communication, maintain strong documentation practices, and create intentional moments for synchronous connection. They often report high productivity and job satisfaction.
Core Features of Effective Distributed Teams
- Team members in different locations
- Relies on digital collaboration tools
- Often spans multiple timezones
- Requires intentional communication
- Benefits from async-first practices
Examples
Global Engineering Teams
Developers across continents collaborating on shared codebases.
Remote-First Startups
Companies founded without a central office, hiring globally.
International Agencies
Creative agencies with offices and freelancers worldwide.
Benefits
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