Dynamic nature of trust in virtual teams

We empirically examine the dynamic nature of trust and the differences between high- and low-performing virtual teams in the changing patterns in cognition- and affect-based trust over time (early, middle, and late stages of project). Using data from 36, four-person MBA student teams from six univer...

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Published in:The journal of strategic information systems 2002-12, Vol.11 (3), p.187-213
Main Authors: Kanawattanachai, Prasert, Yoo, Youngjin
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Business simulation
Electronic commerce
Mutual trust
Trust
Virtual teams
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Summary:We empirically examine the dynamic nature of trust and the differences between high- and low-performing virtual teams in the changing patterns in cognition- and affect-based trust over time (early, middle, and late stages of project). Using data from 36, four-person MBA student teams from six universities competing in a web-based business simulation game over an 8-week period, we found that both high- and low-performing teams started with similar levels of trust in both cognitive and affective dimensions. However, high-performing teams were better at developing and maintaining the trust level throughout the project life. Moreover, virtual teams relied more on a cognitive than an affective element of trust. These findings provide a preliminary step toward understanding the dynamic nature and relative importance of cognition- and affect-based trust over time.
ISSN:0963-8687
1873-1198
DOI:10.1016/S0963-8687(02)00019-7