The following terms, parameters, symbols, and formulas are frequently utilized in our reports across different functions and sectors. This guide serves as a reference to enhance clarity and comprehension, especially for interpreting specific items in reporting notes where field data may be presented in shorthand, abbreviated, or condensed forms for the sake of brevity.

Please be aware that the some of the definitions provided herein are tailored to the specific context of the services and sectors we address, and may include internal variables used by SFK to advance industry standards and benchmarks. These terms may possess distinct, albeit related, connotations in broader applications. Consequently, this guide should not be used as a universal reference for these terms outside of our industry-specific framework. This list is periodically updated to reflect our ongoing efforts to refine and enhance our standards, services, and methodologies. You can learn more about our efforts in enhancing precision and reliability of quantitative assessments by clicking here.