Profiting from the best of both worlds : NPOs find ways to make more impact

Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Following analysis of the interview transcripts, other vital factors identified by researchers as vital for joint ventures included a shared strategic vision, and the establishment of trust and good communication. In the case of the organizations under consideration, a highly positive development was the use of managers who were already part of the set‐ups. Practical implications – Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.