Acronyms
Sales, Marketing, and Technology Acronyms and Abbreviations. Jump to acronyms beginning with the number or letter:
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CIAM
A subset of identity and access management (IAM) specifically focused on managing and securing customer identities, preferences, and access permissions across digital touchpoints. Unlike traditional IAM, which centers on internal employee access, CIAM is designed to handle the scale, performance,…
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CID
A security feature used by credit and debit card networks to verify the authenticity of a card during card-not-present transactions, such as online or over-the-phone purchases. It is similar to the CVV2 or CVC2 codes used by other payment card…
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CIDR
A method for allocating IP addresses and routing Internet Protocol packets. It uses a compact representation of IP addresses and prefixes, allowing for more efficient routing of IP packets. In CIDR notation, an IP address is represented as a string…
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CIH
An integrated system that centralizes and manages all customer communications across multiple channels. Instead of treating interactions through phone, email, chat, social media, or mobile apps as separate streams, a CIH unifies them into a single platform, giving organizations a…
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CINO
CINO represents a strategic leadership role focused on driving organizational innovation and transformation. This position emerged from the recognition that innovation can’t be left to chance or isolated research and development efforts – it needs dedicated leadership to foster systematic,…
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CIO
A high-level executive responsible for overseeing an organization’s information technology (IT) strategy and operations. This role has become increasingly important in today’s digital-driven business landscape. CIO Responsibilities Developing and implementing IT strategies that align with overall business goals Managing the…
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CIP
A software solution that helps businesses gather, analyze, and understand customer data from various sources to create a unified view of their customers. This allows businesses to personalize customer experiences, improve customer relationships, and make informed business decisions. Key features…
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CIP
A requirement under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and the USA PATRIOT Act that obligates financial institutions to verify the identity of their customers and maintain records of the information used to verify their identity. The purpose of CIP is…
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CIPL
A global privacy and security think tank working at the intersection of policy and practice to devise innovative and practical solutions to data protection challenges. CIPL works with industry leaders, regulatory authorities, and policymakers to develop global privacy and data…
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CIPR
A leading professional body based in the United Kingdom dedicated to promoting excellence, ethical practice, and professional development in public relations (PR) and communications. With thousands of members across agencies, in-house teams, and independent consultancies, CIPR plays a pivotal role…









