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Partnering Frequently Asked Questions
What do we mean by the term 'partnering'?
What does CRAFT stand for?
How do you start to develop a partnering approach?
What are the most important considerations?
Why are relationships important in business?
What benefits can one get from Partnering?
How do you measure effective relationships?
What does a good partner look like?
If partnering is about working well together why do I need a dispute procedure?
How important is the behaviours of individuals?
Is partnering always a good idea?
Do I need executive support for partnering?
Everyone talks about trust but how do you get that in a contract?
Do I need a partnering agreement and a contract?
How do I protect intellectual property?
Can Partnering help with outsourcing contracts?
Is partnering just about working without conflict?
What is the down side to partnering?
How do I know if my partner is competitive?
What sort of savings can I expect from a partnering relationship?
What sort of structure is needed to manage a partnering arrangement?
How do I know if my organisation is suitable to partner with others?
Is there a risk in Partnering?
How do customers react to partnering arrangements?
Why do I need a relationship management framework?
Can partnering help develop CSR programmes?
What do I do when a partner’s performance is not adequate?
How long should I allow for a partnering arrangement to mature?
How do I know I am getting value for money?
How do I know I am getting value for money?

The only answer is to ensure you have clear objectives up front and well defined measurements in place to monitor progress towards them.