I try to insist on a week in the office at the start of a gig -- I only take remote gigs, unless very short. That's never been a problem. (International gigs are an exception, naturally, but I let the client make the call.)
That week in the office is enough to get to know everybody and vice versa. You do need to actively seek out and talk to everyone, though.
That week in the office is enough to get to know everybody and vice versa. You do need to actively seek out and talk to everyone, though.