Asynchronous communication
Asynchronous communication is communication in which there exists a time delay between responses. Asynchronous communication is typified by a unique set of characteristics, such as the lack of non-verbal communication cues (e.g., body language, verbal inflection, etc.). Examples of asynchronous communication include an e-mail message sent from the day supervisor to the night supervisor or memos left between shifts or passed between a shop and the hanger.
Definitions
According to the FAA AC 120-72,
- Asynchronous communication. Communication in which there exists a time delay between responses. Asynchronous communication is typified by a unique set of characteristics, such as the lack of non-verbal communication cues (e.g., body language, verbal inflection, etc.). Examples of asynchronous communication include an e-mail message sent from the day supervisor to the night supervisor or memos left between shifts or passed between a shop and the hanger.
According to Looking Out, Looking In by Adler, Proctor (15th edition),
- Asynchronous communication. Communication that occurs when there is a time gap between when the message is sent and when it is received. See also synchronous communication.
