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In both the public and private sector there is an ever-increasing need
for organisations to form effective partnerships and relationships
with others, sometimes in response to external demands such as
Government policy, but often collaboration is seen as the effective
and efficient way to achieve objectives of mutual interest.

Partnerships and partnership working, however, are not always
straightforward.  Often partners have differing levels of commitment
and it is no surprise that many partnerships fall short of the initial
expectations of them and can quite often become a burden on management and staff time.

“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view…until you climb into his skin and walk around in it”
Atticus Finch, To Kill A Mockingbird

How we work

soa development will clarify the desired outcomes and take on responsibility for working with stakeholders and partners.

What we will do for you

• Create clear objectives and purpose for the partnership as it is formed

• Consult and develop with individual key stakeholders and partners to establishment of the partnership to ensure there is transparency of expectations

• Help identify and recruit partnership members

• Facilitate/chair partnership meetings

• Establish clear roles for partners and staff members

• Set up governance and partnership structures

Key aspects of service

• Identify desired outcomes

• Will work at all levels to achieve results

• Options development for new and existing partnerships

• Independent facilitation and chairmanship

Benefits for clients

• Provides an impartial point of view and sounding board

• Reduces potential friction between partners

• Provides a driving force and focus in achieving agreed aims

• Manages expectations

"What we liked about working with SOA Development was the broad mix of skills and their willingness to be flexible and respond quickly to our requirements"
Angelina Purcell, CEO, Croydon Business

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Contact us

We hope you have found this product sheet helpful.  If you have any questions or would like to discuss your partnership development needs then please contact Ian Parkes on 07768 993704 or by email at ian@soadevelopment.co.uk.