In an Effort to Make Better and More Efficient Purchase

question 85

Multiple Choice

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) acquisition committee.
• B) sustainable procurement department.
• C) purchasing unit.
• D) buying center.
• E) buying task force.

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