Prior to the pandemic, many boards were planning to go virtual. It’s therefore even more important to be able to communicate effectively when not meeting face-to-face. Certain methods that work well in person meetings may not be applicable to virtual communication. However some minor adjustments can make a significant a knockout post about Strategic Alliances and Virtual Data Room Integration difference.

Set up a timetable for video calls or emails. Having a designated schedule prevents members from being behind on board communications and makes sure that they check their email on a regular basis regardless of whether it’s a meeting day or not.

Utilize tools such as video conferencing and screen sharing to provide your board members with the full experience of collaboration in person. These tools permit audio and visual communication which is crucial to build trust among your team members.

Make sure that you have a designated person to take minutes of your virtual meetings. The person in charge should be able to record the motions in full and include the person who made the move and how it was subsequently seconded, and what the outcome of the vote was.

Using a whiteboard software that offers real-time markup allows your virtual coworkers to feel more connected to your group. Freehand is a very popular choice because it allows users to draw using markers on a whiteboard and also has a chat group option. It doesn’t allow you to share files or documents however, so if you’re looking to communicate via audio, visual or textually outside of the board, you’ll need a different app. Mural is another alternative. It’s a whiteboard with advanced features, and is well-suited to teams of any size. It also integrates with other apps.