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The work looks valuable, but the funding path is unclear

A team asks for a significant implementation but has neither an approved budget nor a clear way to request one.

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Is there a credible path to funding?

There is a possible funding routeAn initiative, sponsor or budget cycle has been identified, although nothing is approved yet.Funding is not establishedNo sponsor, source or approval path is currently known.
Not sure yet: general approach