(1). A subcontractor who does all of the actual work.
“We work with several strategic partners in order to bring you the best client experience possible. I will be quarterbacking the relationship, of course.”
Strategic Partner
RANDOM LINGO
Join Forces
(1). Term used in advertising when two firms merge (due to takeover, government intervention, bankruptcy, etc.) to imply that customers should actually be pleased with what will likely result in poorer service and higher fees.
“We are proud to announce that the Bank of the Southern Climes has joined forces with First National Bank of Blister County to bring you an even better client experience than ever before. Please note the following branch closings…”
Apples and Oranges
(1). Two things that can’t be compared … like Anchorman and the lowly Anchorman II.
“It’s apples and oranges. We build gizmos, they build doohickies. Totally different businesses.”