Description
A study to look at various cooperative, private sector business relationships called "partnering." A partnership among organizations is a relationship that requires an understanding of each other¿s needs, common goals, commitment, trust, communication, and a willingness to work through problems. Specifically, the study was to identify (1) the decision making process for forming partnerships, (2) the practices used in managing these relationships, including the contract terms that govern these relationships and the safeguards needed to ensure accountability and minimize risks and (3) the benefits achieved from private sector partnerships and the potential for benefits in the Department of Defense (DOD). The study also determined whether companies in successful partnerships have common characteristics.