##  [Functional Redundancy](/index.php/functional-redundancy) 

  ##  [Functional Redundancy](https://social.quantumdictionary.io/functional-redundancy-0) 

  

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Definition

The presence of duplicate or overlapping capacities, roles, processes, or systems within or between organizations that perform the same function without coordination, leading to inefficient use of resources or conflicting actions; distinct from intentional redundancy established for resilience or backup.