To lower costs and reduce manufacturing time,Michelin has people work together on important purchases,including individuals in the roles of buyers,deciders,gatekeepers,and others as needed.This kind of cross-functional group is known as a(n):

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The cross-functional group described is a buying centre, which involves individuals in various roles working together to make important purchasing decisions. The other options are not applicable in this context - a status quo committee implies a group focused on maintaining the current situation, a negotiating arm refers to a specific subset of the buying center responsible for negotiating deals, and a supply partnership suggests a relationship between two organizations rather than an internal group.

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