I can echo a lot of what Dan said.
In Saskatchewan our whole system is built on partnerships. I wouldn't narrow it down to any particular firm or non-profit organization. I can comment on my board of directors' strategic planning process, which does include a very active industry consultation component to make sure that the strategic plan developed by the SATCC board of directors reflects the needs and desires of the stakeholders we're trying to serve, which makes it very easy for me and my senior management team to develop an operational plan to try to accomplish those strategic goals.
I think the key is broad-based consultation and the involvement of many partners.