Due to his reputation of putting together powerful presentations, Bennett was contractually hired by Robotic Life, Inc., to help

this firm introduce the value of its new robotic arms and legs to high-net-worth investors. Robotic Life hired Bennett strictly for this special project. At this stage of its life, the firm operates as a(n) ______________, where it solicits the services of other companies on an "as needed" basis, and then releases them when the job is done.