Two organizations are not just mashed together, but rather a new common mission and goals are created. One or more projects are undertaken for longer-term results. Structure, Responsibilities, and Communication. More comprehensive planning includes joint strategies and measuring success in terms of impact on needs of those served. Authority and Accountability.
Authority is determined by the collaborators to balance ownership.
Leadership is dispersed, and control is shared and mutual. All in successful collaborations share equal risk. Resources and rewards. Resources are pooled or jointly secured for a longer-term effort that is managed by the collaborative structure. Organizations share in the products and in credit.