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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.


CIM British  

abbreviation

  1. computer input on microfilm

  2. computer integrated manufacture

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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

CIM dropped out of the sale in June.

From Los Angeles Times

“I would never let myself not work,” says Vallbona, owner of CIM Inc., a publicity firm based in Houston and San Diego.

From Seattle Times

No price was disclosed, but offers to buy the mall earlier this year, including one from Los Angeles developer CIM Group, exceeded $100 million.

From Los Angeles Times

CIM’s upgrades included making it more appealing on the outside to the streets of Hollywood and Highland.

From Los Angeles Times