[<1/1,000,000th%]

Meanwhile I have yet to hear any empirically sound, alternative idea to explain or understand the presence of organized matter that performs specific functions.

Here are two simple examples that are common in the literature.

Now all we have to do is sit around and wait for ID to produce an empirically sound idea.

[Fester Chugabrew]

Those examples make use of elements, or building blocks, which retain their essential attributes and thus serve as tools. Particle matter is organized in such a way as to perform specific functions, and thus may be considered a product of intelligent design. Cause and effect are part and parcel of intelligent design, too, so it is reasonable to infer intelligent design (by extension) in any case where physical processes transpire.