What is an advantage of functional grouping?

• A. The organisation can benefit from quick cross-functional collaboration
• B. Duplication of resources is common
• C. Divisions might compete for resources
• D. Staff with similar skills can specialise and excel

Answer: (D)

In a functional grouping, people with similar skills work together in the same departments, such as marketing, finance, or human resources. The main advantage is that staff can specialise and excel because they focus deeply in a single area, share best practices within that function, and benefit from targeted training and clear career paths. This leads to higher-quality work, more efficient processes, and stronger professional development for specialists. While this structure can limit cross‑functional collaboration and may raise issues like resource duplication or competition, the ability for similar-skilled staff to grow their expertise and performance is the most direct and defining benefit.