What is interoperability in a cross-organizational context, and why is it important?

What is interoperability in a cross-organizational context, and why is it important?

• A. Interoperability means everyone uses the same software vendor.
• B. It is not important in cross-organizational work.
• C. The ability of systems and processes to work together; essential for coordinated operations and information sharing.
• D. It only applies to hardware compatibility.

Answer: (C)