To lower costs and reduce manufacturing time,Michelin has people work together on important purchases.These people include individuals in the roles of buyers,deciders,gatekeepers,and others,as needed.This type of cross-functional group is known as a(n)
A)purchasing committee.
B)sustainable procurement panel.
C)buying center.
D)supply partnership.
E)purchasing task force.

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The cross-functional group described in the scenario, consisting of buyers, deciders, gatekeepers, and others, is known as a buying center. This group is formed to make important purchasing decisions and is commonly used in organizations to lower costs and reduce manufacturing time. The other options (purchasing committee, sustainable procurement panel, supply partnership, and purchasing task force) do not accurately describe this type of cross-functional group.

To Lower Costs and Reduce Manufacturing Time,Michelin Has People Work