Business Management Glossary

20 Business Management terms

Binder
noun
a cover for holding loose sheets of paper, magazines, etc. together.
Example: The manager kept all project reports neatly organized in a binder on her desk.
en: classeur
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Blazer
Noun
a lightweight jacket, typically solid-colored, often worn as part of a uniform by members of a club, sports team, or school.
Example: She wore a navy blazer over her crisp white blouse, giving her ensemble a polished and professional look for the business meeting.
en: veston
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Bulletin Board
noun
A board, often covered with cork, fabric, or other materials, used to display notices, announcements, or other information, typically in an office, classroom, or community space.
Example: The bulletin board in the break room was filled with upcoming events, employee achievements, and important announcements.
en: Tableau d'affichage
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Conference table
Noun
a large table, often rectangular, around which a number of people may be seated, as when holding a conference.
Example: The CEO and board members gathered around the conference table to discuss the company's strategic plans for the upcoming fiscal year.
en: Table de conférence
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Corporate attire
Noun
Corporate attire refers to the formal clothing typically worn in professional business environments, such as suits, dress shirts, skirts, and blazers, to convey professionalism and adherence to company standards.
en: Tenue d'entreprise
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Dress shoes
Noun
a shoe that is suitable for wearing with formal clothes
Example: Students are required to wear a tie, blazer, khakis, and dress shoes.
en: Chaussures habillées
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Ethernet cable
Noun
An Ethernet cable, sometimes referred to as a network cable, is a cord that runs from a router, modem, or network switch to your computer, giving your device access to the local area network (LAN) — in other words, giving it internet access.
Example: The IT technician installed a new Ethernet cable to ensure faster and more reliable internet connectivity throughout the office building.
en: câble Ethernet
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Executive desk
noun
A large, often ornate desk typically used by executives or managers in an office setting, designed to convey authority and professionalism.
Example: The CEO's spacious executive desk is the centerpiece of the corner office
en: Bureau de direction
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Flipchart
Noun
A large pad of paper mounted on a stand, used for presentations, brainstorming sessions, or visual aids during meetings.
Example: The presenter used a flipchart to illustrate key points during the training session, making the content more engaging and memorable for the participants.
en: Tableau à feuilles
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Graphing calculator
Noun
A graphing calculator is a calculator device that has the ability to display plotted graphs for complex equations such as parabolas and other plotted results.
Example: I used my graphing calculator to plot complex equations for my calculus homework.
en: Calculatrice graphique
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In-tray
Noun
A tray or basket on a desk used for holding incoming documents, mail, or tasks awaiting action or processing.
Example: The secretary sorted through the documents in her in-tray, prioritizing tasks for the day ahead.
en: Bac d'entrée
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Laminator
Noun
A device used to seal documents or other materials between layers of plastic film, providing protection from wear, tear, and moisture.
Example: The office manager used the laminator to preserve important documents and make them more durable for long-term storage.
en: Plastifieuse
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Market share
Noun
the portion of a market controlled by a particular company or product.
Example: The company aims to increase its market share by introducing innovative products and implementing aggressive marketing strategies.
en: Part de marché
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Nameplate
Noun
A small, often decorative, plaque or sign displaying a person's name and often their title, typically placed on a desk, door, or wall, especially in office environments.
Example: he CEO's nameplate gleamed proudly on the desk in the corner office, signifying her position within the company.
en: Plaque nominative
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Office Cubicle
Noun
A partitioned workspace typically found in open-plan offices, providing privacy and separation for individual employees.
Example: The new employee personalized her office cubicle with photos and plants to make it feel more inviting and comfortable.
en: Cabine de bureau
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Planner
Noun
A physical notebook or electronic device used to schedule and organize tasks, appointments, and events.
Example: The executive relied on her planner to keep track of meetings, deadlines, and travel plans.
en: Agenda
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Return on Investment
Noun
Return on investment (ROI) is a performance measure used to evaluate the efficiency or profitability of an investment or compare the efficiency of a number of different investments.
Example: The Return on Investment for our latest marketing campaign exceeded expectations, demonstrating the effectiveness of our strategies in generating revenue.
en: Retour sur investissement
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Rolodex
Noun
A rotating card index typically used to store contact information, such as names, addresses, and phone numbers, often used in business settings before the advent of digital contact management systems.
Example: Before the digital age, executives relied on their Rolodex to keep track of important contacts and business connections.
en: Carnet d'adresses rotatif
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Scanner
Noun
A device used to convert physical documents, images, or objects into digital format for storage or transmission
Example: The office manager scanned the signed contracts into the computer system for electronic storage and easy access.
en: Scanner
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Stakeholder
noun
An individual, group, or organization with an interest or concern in the activities, objectives, or outcomes of a business or project, often including employees, investors, customers, suppliers, and the community.
Example: The project manager scheduled a meeting with all stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure alignment with their expectations and needs.
en: Partie prenante
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