This could have a benefit if partners provide support to the infected person.

"There is, in our culture, a powerful expectation that your partner should provide all kinds of satisfaction for you," she says.

He and two partners provided $1 million in capital.

But, he added, "this was all about which partner would provide the greatest long-term strategic solutions and resources to lead us into the future."

While foreign partners might provide technical services and training, the Chinese companies must ultimately be able to function without the partnership.

This will also enable partners to provide greater clarity around roles and responsibilities.

What is more, the new top partner of the project, Microsoft, provides the participants with the newest technology for free.

The two partners provided strategic business advice in return for a slice of the film's equity.

Its international partners provide the seal of quality control and compliance.

One partner from another firm whom he interviewed with did provide some inspiration.