Which of the following would be the least likely to serve on a cross-functional team for the Discovery Corporation?
A)A member of the Discovery marketing department
B)A production manager for a firm that is one of Discovery's major customers
C)A production manager for one of Discovery's main competitors
D)A representative of a firm that is one of Discovery's major suppliers

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A production manager for one of Discovery's main competitors would not be considered a suitable candidate for a cross-functional team as they may have conflicting interests and goals. The purpose of a cross-functional team is to bring together individuals from different departments, customers, suppliers, and even competitors to collaborate and achieve a common objective. Therefore, having someone from a direct competitor on the team could be counterproductive.

Which of the Following Would Be the Least Likely to Serve