| IS | Information System |
| IT | Information Technology |
| KIM | Kölner Integrationsmodell (Cologne Integration Model) |
| KPI | Key Performance Indicator |
| KRP | Kostenrechnungspraxis |
| LA | Latin America |
| LISREL | Linear Structural Relationships |
| LLC | Limited Liability Company |
| Ltd. | Limited Company |
| m | Million |
| M | SCOR Model group |
| Max | Maximum |
| MCC | Micro Compact Car AG |
| MES | Manufacturing Execution Systems |
| Min | Minimum |
| MIS | Management Information System |
| MIT | Massachusetts Institute of Technology |
| MPS | Master Production Schedule |
| MRO | Maintenance, Repair and Operating Equipment |
| n | number (as part) |
| N | number (total) |
| NA | North America |
| NDST | Network Decision Support Technology |
| No. | Number |
| Nos. | Numbers |
| non-signif. | non-significant |
| NPV | Net Present Value |
| ny | no year specified |
| NYSE | New York Stock Exchange |
| ODM | Original Design Manufacturer |
| OEM | Original Equipment Manufacturer |
| OSD | US Office of the Secretary of Defense |
| p. | page |
| pp. | pages |
| P | Probability |
| Para. | Paragraph |
| Paras. | Paragraphs |