This glossary provides a convenient reference to the definition of terms pertinent to NIEM gathered in one place from many sources. The intent is to encompass, over time, the technical terms in all released NIEM program and process documents to foster common understanding by all NIEM participants. This list is completely informative. Readers are free to extract and use definitions pertinent to their needs. Do you know of a term or acronym that we’re missing? Email it to us at information@niem.gov, and we’ll be sure to add it to the glossary.