Azure Functions is a serverless compute service from Microsoft that allows users to run code in response to specific events or conditions, much like other FaaS platforms such as AWS Lambda and Google Cloud Functions. It automates the management of computing resources, enabling teams to focus on developing event-driven applications without worrying about infrastructure. However, while Azure Functions is well-suited for routine tasks such as processing orders and IoT data, it may not be ideal for computationally intensive or infrequent, time-sensitive tasks due to potential costs and cold start delays. Observability challenges also arise in the serverless model, as monitoring Azure Functions is limited to Azure's ecosystem, making it difficult to maintain end-to-end visibility across complex multicloud environments. To address these challenges, the Dynatrace Software Intelligence Platform offers enhanced observability, leveraging automation and AI to provide deep visibility into Azure Functions and their interactions, thereby optimizing performance and improving end-user experiences.