Retrieval Is Filtering, Not Search: A Mental Model for Enterprise RAG

Short summary

Reframe RAG systems from search-based to filter-based retrieval by using small, precise anchors and expanded context windows. This mental model fundamentally shifts how enterprise document intelligence systems retrieve and process information for complex queries. Alignment with language model consumption patterns improves accuracy and operational efficiency.

• •RAG architecture should emphasize filtering and context selection over traditional search paradigms
• •Use precise anchor selection with expanded context windows for better relevance
• •Mental model shift for enterprise document intelligence pipeline design

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