What Is Virtual Workspace?

A virtual workspace is a workspace that is not located in any one physical space. Rather, several workspaces are technologically connected (via the Internet) without regard to geographic boundaries. Employees are thus able to interact and work with one another in a collaborated environment regardless of where they are in the world. A virtual workspace decreases unnecessary costs by integrating technology processes, people processes, and online processes.

With information technology playing a greater role in the daily operations of organizations today, virtual workspaces are beginning to replace the traditional office environment of cubicles and office buildings. International organizations have seen a significant increase in business in the past decade due to the globalization and widespread use of technology. By 2008, it is estimated that 41 million corporate employees worldwide will work at least one day per week virtually. As well, 65% of virtual team members have said they have never been involved in an effective team-building meeting, and 36% of the team members had never met their coworkers face-to-face.