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.
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.
Proven outcomes – Documented success stories and measurable KPIs32%
Implementation confidence – Detailed plan, risk mitigation, and resource readiness42%
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 commitment19%
Collaborative problem-solving (facilitated discussions, shared goals) 26%
Structured governance (clear roles, escalation paths) 44%
Empathy and active listening (understanding business pain points) 22%
Data-driven mediation (using evidence to guide decisions) 4%
No, none of these 4%
SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) – Unifying network and security controls at the edge for a cloud-first enterprise43%
DCSA (Data-Centric Security Architecture) – Prioritizing protection that travels with the data wherever it resides or moves 29%
ZTA (Zero Trust Architecture) – Operationalizing “never trust, always verify” across users, devices, and workloads29%
CSMA (Cybersecurity Mesh Architecture) – Federating security services through an integrated, composable design