Some tips for handling time zone differences effectively:Tips for Working with Offshore Software Development Teams
Working with developers from different locations and across different time zones is an important aspect of the project. Defining appropriate working processes and leveraging collaboration technologies can well plan this.
- Create a clear communication plan that describes how, when and where to communicate
- Clearly communicate the working hours and availability to all the team members this helps to give proper updates
- Use any calendar tool to schedule meetings and other important events so this way all the team members can be notified regularly without confusion
- Based on the team members time zone, schedule meetings at the time that is suitable for all the team members
- Record the meetings and share it with all the team members which helps to revise the discussions whenever required.
- Use collaborative tools that help team members to work together closely without any gaps in the requirement & client expectations
- Ensure that everyone keeps documentation up to date and accessible so that all requirements and project details are well captured.
- Organize weekly status or standup meetings to discuss the project progress, concerns and risks if any.
- Periodically take the feedback from team members about the project progress and their confidence.
At Krify your Offshore Software Development Teams, we handle time zone differences by establishing effective work processes and utilizing collaborative technologies. Our corporate culture also centers on integrating the offshore team as a vital component of the client’s global team.
