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Business Functions

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Business functions are the distinct operational areas within an organization, such as finance, HR or marketing, that perform specific roles. Optimized business functions improve efficiency and value delivery.

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I am interested in how leading software engineering teams are assessing and tracking their developers' knowledge of business processes across the organization. Is this something your firm prioritizes? Do you find value in having developers understand the key processes and goals of the business?

Our organization is subject to data retention requirements over very long periods (50 years or more). Do your organizations face similar constraints? If so, what long-term retention strategy have you implemented for these regulated data, and what technologies or solutions do you use to ensure their durability and compliance?

If two RFP bids are neck-to-neck on core requirements, which factor becomes the ultimate tie-breaker?

Proven outcomes – Documented success stories and measurable KPIs33%

Implementation confidence – Detailed plan, risk mitigation, and resource readiness43%

Total cost – Clear TCO, price protections, and exit terms39%

Innovation & future readiness – Ability to scale, adapt, and support emerging needs15%

Vendor relationship strength – Cultural fit, governance model, and executive commitment13%

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Digital transformation isn’t just about new tools, it’s about changing how teams work. Key lessons I’ve observed: 1. Start with process bottlenecks, not technology 2. Empower cross-functional teams 3. Measure outcomes, not outputs What has been the most surprising lesson your teams have learned during a transformation?

Is anyone integrating the use of iThenticate into their sponsored projects administration process or systems to proactively ensure research integrity and enhance the quality of grant proposals before submission to funding agencies?