In an effort to make better and more efficient purchase decisions, the Ford Motor Co. includes input from various people, depending on the purchase situation. Individuals may include key personnel from several departments, including research and development, finance, marketing, shipping, and sales. This is a description of Ford's
A) selling committee.
B) sustainable procurement department.
C) purchasing unit.
D) buying center.
E) buying committee.

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A buying center is a group of individuals within an organization who are involved in the purchasing decision-making process. It typically includes representatives from various departments such as R&D, finance, marketing, and sales, as described in the scenario.

In an Effort to Make Better and More Efficient Purchase