No matter what your business is, whether you are a union or an employer, working in the public, private or not for profit sector, partnership can offer genuine and tangible benefits all round. Faster consensus Improved efficiency Better change management Agreed goals Higher productivity Greater competitiveness Clarity, not conflict Joint commitment Better communication Improved industrial relations Greater job security Better training and motivation Better quality of life Management accountability and transparency Increased opportunity Flexibility Consultation on change Better communication Improved industrial relations   "I believe we have everything to gain by working in partnership – at national, regional and workplace level" Brendan Barber General Secretary TUC A world away from the old 'them and us' culture. A culture, a climate, a style - a foundation for our business. Two parties working together for the common good.