A project manager is leading a multicultural project team based in three different countries. Recently, task slippage has become common, and team members often argue rather than collaborate.

What should the project manager do to reduce the underlying conflict, and improve team communication and delivery?

A. Schedule a conference call with each team, and conduct a team-building exercise.

B. Escalate the issue to senior management.

C. Set up a weekly realignment meeting using an approved virtual tool to ensure full team participation.

D. Email team members encouraging them to work together.