CIM

American  

abbreviation

1. computer input from microfilm: data converted from microfilm to a digital format that can be parsed by computer hardware or software, as by optical character recognition.

2. computer-integrated manufacturing: an automated process that relies on computers to streamline production and distribution of goods.

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CIM British  

abbreviation

1. computer input on microfilm

2. computer integrated manufacture

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Example Sentences

The other $40 million would be available to draw as working capital advances to finance his businesses, according to a legal declaration by CIM Managing Director Smith Daley.

From The Wall Street Journal

CIM Group is seeking approval from the city of West Hollywood to build a 514-unit apartment complex that would fill much of the former plant site and another parcel on La Brea Avenue.

From Los Angeles Times

“The transfer of death row inmates to CIM creates tangible public safety concerns for local residents,” said San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman in the statement.

From Los Angeles Times

The suit claims that even Richard Ressler, a founder of CIM Group and a unit owner, once said the sound and vibration issues were “intolerable,” and made it difficult to sleep during inclement weather.

From New York Times

He said CIM initiated eviction proceedings last year against him, but the case was resolved when he got caught up on rent.

From Washington Times