1. not central or essential to the main purpose or function of something; peripheral or supplementary
Usage: commonly used in business and technology contexts

Examples

• The company decided to outsource its noncore business operations to reduce costs.
• Software developers often focus on core features first and leave noncore functionality for later releases.
• Noncore assets were sold off to improve the firm's financial position.
• The HR department is considered noncore to the manufacturing company's main business.
• Investing in noncore services diverted resources from the company's primary mission.