Which of the Following Is NOT a Typical Benefit of Centralized

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a typical benefit of centralized purchasing?

• A) leverage purchase volume for better pricing
• B) develop specialized staff expertise
• C) reduce the duplication of tasks
• D) reduce lead times
• E) promote standardization

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