CIPS Exam L4M8 Topic 1 Question 53 Discussion

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Question #: 53
Topic #: 1

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What is a cross function team?

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A cross-function Team is the involvement of all departments that are in an organization to contribute knowledge, skills and innovation towards adding value to achieving the organization's strategic goal. Example, procurement, maintenance, marketing, finance, human resources working together in procurement activity to come up with the best strategy or selecting the supplier that best suit the organization.
When working in a cross-functional team, members of the organization give support by believing in the end goal, assist during difficult time, help troubleshoot any issue, providing the required resources and sharing information

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Celeste

4 days ago

A cross-functional team? More like a cross-functional circus! But seriously, it's a smart approach if the organization can pull it off without too much infighting.

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Celestina

6 days ago

Yes, having diverse perspectives can lead to better decision-making.

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Crista

9 days ago

I think it's important for improving efficiency and innovation.

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Art

16 days ago

Sounds like a recipe for endless meetings and heated debates, but I guess if done right, it could be a game-changer. Let's hope the team members can check their egos at the door.

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Lizette

17 days ago

This is exactly what we need to break down those silos and get everyone working together towards a common goal. I'm excited to see how the different departments can complement each other.

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Kris

19 days ago

It's about combining different skills and knowledge to achieve goals.

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Gladis

20 days ago

A cross-functional team involves all departments working together.

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Izetta

22 days ago

A cross-functional team sounds like a great way to leverage the expertise across the organization. I'm all for it as long as it doesn't turn into a bureaucratic nightmare.

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Providencia

4 days ago

I've been in cross-functional teams before, and it can be a bit challenging at times, but the diversity of perspectives usually leads to better outcomes.

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Cathrine

9 days ago

I agree, as long as there's clear communication and everyone is on the same page, it can be really effective.

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