AbstractIn this article, the author will illustrate the importance careful planning plays in creating the right environment for face-to-face collaboration and learning.KeywordsCollaborationconnectivityknowledge managementlearningphysical environmentvirtual teamsGet full access to this articleView all access options for this article.Get accessReferences1. Eng PL Corney PJ (2017) Navigating the Minefield: A Practical KM Companion. ASQ Quality Press. ISBN-10: 0873899547.2.Knowledge management systems – Requirements, November 2018: ISO 30401. Facet Publications.3.KM Cookbook: Stories and Strategies for Organisations Exploring ISO 30401.