Partnering in Education
Partnering is a structured management approach to facilitate
team working across agreed problem resolution methods, and an
active search for continuous improvement. Partnering should not be
confused with other good project management practice. Long-standing
relationships, negotiated contracts and preferred supplier
arrangements lack the structure and objective measures that must
support a partnering relationship.
The process of partnering can be described as having three
phases. Firstly, there must be commitment to, and development of, a
culture in which partnering can succeed. This requires the senior
management from the partnering organisations to be truly committed
to the concept of partnering. Secondly, processes must exist to
enable a partnering agreement to be developed. Thirdly, the tools
are needed to implement the process and ensure that the process is
delivered.
Our strong partnering ethos dictates that we work not only
for,but also with, our clients, towards mutually agreed objectives.
This ensures that all parties benefit from a structured,
nonconfrontational approach that delivers a project to meet with
stakeholder's objectives, on time and within budget.