To Lower Costs and Reduce Manufacturing Time, Michelin Has People

question 56

Multiple Choice

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

• A) purchasing committee.
• B) sustainable procurement panel.
• C) buying center.
• D) supply partnership.
• E) purchasing task force.

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