A new startup in clean tech that saves energy for lighting, cooling/heating, etc., was gaining attention from governmental associations until the pandemic broke out. Then the founders noticed that gradually the teams were becoming distressed due to lack of human contact; there was hostility in the interactions with partners and there was malicious technology and malware.

a. Explain the new ‘phenomena’ based on the chapter’s content.

b. Provide two to three recommendations to the founders on how to manage the situation.