The organisation of efforts of different parties to reach a common goal. High-stakes issues are not often involved, and parties need not carry a relationship beyond the accomplishment of the task at hand. The goal is static.

Coordination, Cooperation, Consultation and Collaboration

How does collaboration differ from cooperation (dictionary definitions are generally more or less equivalent) and where does consultation fit in?

Hierarchy of terms

In order of inclusiveness and active participation

1. Collaboration
2. Consultation
3. Cooperation
4. Coordination

For a detailed outline on the differences see: Coordination, Cooperation, Consultation and Collaboration