1. in a way that relates to the operation or functioning of something
2. in terms of actual use or implementation rather than theory

Examples

• The new system is operationally superior to the old one.
• Operationally, the plan works well despite some theoretical flaws.
• The hospital became operationally efficient after the reorganization.
• The software is operationally ready for deployment.
• Operationally speaking, we need more staff to handle the workload.
• The factory is now operationally independent from its parent company.