The Institute for Collaborative Working was established in 1990 by the UK Government and Industry to help organisations, large and small, in both public and private sectors to build and develop more effective business relationships, based on collaborative working good practice.

It promotes and encourages collaborative working and its advantages alongside its membership. It provides access and influence alongside practical guidance and knowledge transfer through a broad range of learning and development opportunities. Its knowledge base is supported by academic research and a portfolio of thought leadership reports and concepts. It's a recognised leader in collaborative working and expert in the international standard for collaboration in business - ISO 44001.

Executive membership comes from Industry (including Aviation, Construction, Defence, IT and Transportation sectors), Government, Academics, as well as other Institutes and Trade Associations. Individual membership demonstrates a commitment to collaboration, with the opportunity to connect people to knowledge and help enhance and develop capability and networks.

The Institute connects a community of progressive, committed, diverse organisations that have similar aspirations and values in relation to collaboration. As part of a community of like-minded organisations, we are connected to a group of positive, proactive organisations that help develop and share best practice and expertise on collaborative business. ICW hold regular Executive & Individual events (In person and online) where members engage, contribute, share and listen. The Institute also connects with organisations on research (primary and secondary) to enhance greater understanding of collaborative working and underpin its methods with quality research. As well as a number of tools, forums and knowledge resources the ICW can directly help members build capability.

We are the home of collaboration, where good practice is shared and supported with research, experience and training, building a global community which recognises the development of skills and knowledge of collaborative working practices. Through our community we enhance the professional relationships of business, public sector and wider society to produce greater value in the outcomes for all.

Our Mission, Vision and Objectives

Promoting and encouraging collaborative working and its advantages, to address the challenges facing all types of organisation, people and communities.

We are a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation, with a mission to demonstrate the vital role structured collaborative working plays in delivering key outcomes.

With the objective of helping our members and partners to achieve:

• Better economic and commercial outcomes
• Driving towards the achievement of Net Zero and other sustainability targets
• Outcomes resulting in clear social value benefits to the communities they operate within
• Applying collaborative behaviours to be a more inclusive and diverse organisation

ICW Code of Conduct

All members of the Institute, whether members, employees, directors or associates are required to:

• promote the vision and values of the Institute
• uphold the the Institute's good standing and refrain from any conduct which may impinge on its reputation
• act with competency, honesty and integrity
• take all reasonable steps to maintain their professional competence
• comply with the Institute's periodic requirement to validate Membership and continuing professional development requirements (as amended from time to time)
• in the event of an alleged breach of this code, cooperate fully with any formal enquiry procedure.