Business English Glossary, E

37 terms starting with E. See the full glossary.

early morning auctions
Sales events held at dawn where goods are sold to the highest bidder. · Appears in: Navigating Japanese Business Etiquette and Cultural Protocols
earn-out structure
A payment arrangement where part of the purchase price depends on future performance. · Appears in: Negotiating EBITDA Adjustments in M&A Due Diligence
EBITDA
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, used to measure operational profitability. · Appears in: Q3 Financial Results and Cost Variance Analysis
economic engine
The core system that generates value and revenue for a business. · Appears in: Understanding Clinic Economics Under Regulated Pricing
educational leave
Paid or unpaid time off for employees to attend training or courses. · Appears in: Managing Payroll and Labor Law Compliance
emissions management
The process of controlling and reducing harmful gases released into the air. · Appears in: Reviewing Sustainable Manufacturing Progress
employee engagement
The level of commitment and involvement employees have toward their work · Appears in: Demonstrating HRIS Automation and Analytics Features
employee turnover
The rate at which employees leave a company and are replaced. · Appears in: Q3 Financial Results and Cost Variance Analysis
employer branding
Promoting a company to attract potential job applicants. · Appears in: Transitioning HR Skills to Aerospace Recruitment
end-of-year rebates
A percentage of the purchase price returned to the buyer at the end of the year. · Appears in: Renewing Annual Trade Agreement Amid Market Volatility
end-to-end recruitment automation
Complete automation of the hiring process from job posting to candidate selection. · Appears in: Demonstrating HRIS Automation and Analytics, Demonstrating HRIS Automation and Analytics Features
endless sunshine
continuous bright weather without clouds or rain · Appears in: Managing Client Crisis and Work-Life Balance
energy consumption
The amount of energy used by a company or system. · Appears in: Reviewing Sustainable Manufacturing Progress
energy storage
The process of capturing energy for later use. · Appears in: Reviewing Sustainable Manufacturing Progress
engagement rates
the level of interaction and response from an audience · Appears in: Finalizing Press Release and Media Outreach Strategy, Reviewing Media Outreach and Press Release Strategy
environmental impact
the effect that human activities have on the natural environment · Appears in: Guided Safari Tour Conservation Discussion
EOT claim
a request for an extension of time for project completion · Appears in: Managing Project Delays and Recovery Strategies
escalate the interaction
To transfer a customer issue to a higher level of support · Appears in: Pitching Omnichannel Customer Service Solutions
escalation procedures
Formal steps for handling issues that cannot be resolved at a lower level. · Appears in: Addressing Employee Resistance to IT System Rollout
escalation protocol
A defined process for handling serious issues. · Appears in: Negotiating Supplier Penalties and IP Rights
ESG initiatives
programs focused on environmental, social, and governance goals · Appears in: Securing CEO Recommendation for Next Role
ESG risk
Environmental, Social, and Governance factors that can impact a company's financial performance or reputation. · Appears in: Discussing Leadership Roles in Business Transformation
ESG risks
Environmental, Social, and Governance factors that affect business. · Appears in: First-Round Leadership Interview at Consulting Firm
evidence-based case
An argument supported by facts and data rather than opinions · Appears in: Pitching Electric Excavators to Skeptical Clients
evidence-based information
Information supported by scientific research and data · Appears in: Integrating Homeopathy in Digital Health App
exacting standards
very high and strict requirements for quality · Appears in: Managing PR Agency Collaboration for Brand Visibility
exceeded expectations
To perform better than what was initially anticipated · Appears in: Managing Workload and Networking Progress
exceeds my budget
costs more than one can afford · Appears in: Evaluating Property Options for Client Decision
exception culture
A workplace environment where deviations from standard procedures become the accepted norm. · Appears in: Evaluating Operational Credibility and Service Model Rebalancing
exception system
software that reports problems or errors · Appears in: Managing WMS Integration and Worker Adaptation
execution KPIs
Key performance indicators that measure how well a plan or strategy is being carried out. · Appears in: Annual Trade Negotiation Closing the Deal
exit protocols
Procedures for handling an employee's departure from the company. · Appears in: Addressing IT Security Breach and Policy Violations
exothermic process
A chemical reaction that releases heat · Appears in: Technical Discussion on Adhesive Specifications
expedite
To make a process happen faster or be given higher priority. · Appears in: Project Timeline and Deadline Management
expedite the weld inspections
Speed up the process of checking welds. · Appears in: Project Plan Review and Deadline Management, Project Timeline Review and Deadline Management
expedited shipments
Shipping services that prioritize speed and quick delivery. · Appears in: Reviewing Expedited Shipments and Logistics Adjustments
express delivery
A fast shipping method that guarantees quick arrival. · Appears in: Handling Urgent Order Delays