Project Management Practices And The Performance Of Virtual Project Teams In A Case Of Upwork Global Incorporated

ABSTRACT The way we work in our fast-paced world is quickly changing. Skilled but unemployed Kenyans are seeking and finding work on online platforms on contract and full – time basis. They are part of virtual teams that rely heavily on collaborative software applications to work. Their performance is gauged by how they meet project goals within the set costs, time and scope. Unfortunately, some teams are unable to meet the goals and this compromises their performance. This is the problem addressed in this study by investigating the effects project management practices have on the performance…