What do OneStream Excel functions primarily achieve?

OneStream Excel functions are designed primarily to retrieve and change data within the OneStream platform. These functions allow users to dynamically interact with OneStream data directly from Excel, providing the ability to pull in real-time data for analysis or reporting purposes. This capability is essential for users who need to manipulate data on-the-fly, enabling them to create customized reports, dashboards, and analysis directly from Excel, which enhances user experience and data accessibility.

In contrast, other aspects such as securing data, analyzing historical data, or formatting spreadsheets fall outside the primary purpose of OneStream's Excel functions. While these functions do play a role in the overall data handling process, their main focus remains on the retrieval and modification of data rather than the broader tasks implied by the other options.