| Depreciation: | Reduction in value of the asset due to wear and tear. |
| Inventory: | Supplies and resources on hand, not yet deployed but in storage. |
| NPV: | Net Present Value, i.e., present value of investment lessinitial cost. |
| ROI: | Return on Investment, i.e., revenues or payback lessinitial cost. |
| RRoR: | Required Rate of Return, i.e., interest rate or minimum expected return for typical investment. |