Mediation is third-party intervention in the negotiation process to force an agreement.

Third-party Intervention

Involvement by an outside party or entity in a dispute or negotiation to facilitate a resolution or provide an independent assessment.

Mediation

A dispute resolution process where a neutral third party helps conflicting parties negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement.

Negotiation Process

The strategic discussion that resolves an issue in a way that both parties find acceptable, often involving compromise or agreement on terms.