First, I set up daily scrum calls for the whole team, which really helps everyone stay aligned and keep communication flowing. I also work closely with project managers to break the project down into smaller phases with clear deliverables so we can track progress more easily. On top of that, I make time for monthly 1v1 calls with staff to get their feedback and hear any concerns—it's all about keeping everyone connected and involved. I also require the entire team to overlap for at least the first four hours of the client’s working day. It ensures we’re all on the same page for key discussions and decisions. For the rest of the day, I give my team the flexibility to manage their work, which helps them stay productive.

To ensure quality assurance expectations are met in a remote team, I'd implement clear, documented standards and processes while fostering open communication channels. This includes establishing detailed QA checklists, maintaining up-to-date documentation in a shared repository, and using collaborative tools for real-time feedback and issue tracking. Regular video standup meetings and pair testing sessions help maintain consistency and knowledge sharing across the team. The key is combining robust automated testing with human oversight. I'd set up automated testing pipelines for consistent code quality checks, while scheduling regular peer reviews and cross team testing sessions.

Setting expectations and clear deliverables including timelines is a good start - follow that up with a structured progress tracking method