The positive effects of supplier involvement on team functionality effort include:

$$ Knowledge transfer and expertise sharing between suppliers and internal team members.

$$ Early identification of potential issues through suppliers' specialized industry insights.

$$ Improved communication channels that reduce misunderstandings and delays.

$$ Alignment of goals and expectations across all stakeholders from project inception.

$$ Innovation opportunities through diverse perspectives and specialized supplier knowledge.

$$ Increased commitment from suppliers who feel invested in project success.

$$ Streamlined problem$-$solving through direct supplier input rather than intermediary.$$Communication$.$

$$ Enhanced trust and relationship building that facilitates future collaboration.

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