Understanding Industry Language
The FCI Glossary has been developed as a practical reference tool to support clearer understanding and more consistent use of key terminology across factoring, receivables finance, supply chain finance and open account trade finance.
The 2026 edition has been substantially expanded and modernised to reflect the continued evolution of the industry. With more than 230 terms, including approximately 95 new additions, the glossary now provides a broader knowledge base for members, learners, partners and industry stakeholders.
What’s new in the 2026 edition?
Compared with the previous version, the 2026 FCI Glossary has increased in size by around 60–65%, reflecting the growing range of concepts now relevant to the global receivables finance and supply chain finance industry. Key updates include:
- More than 230 industry terms
- Approximately 95 new terms added
- Five expanded topic areas
- Broader coverage of modern receivables finance and supply chain finance terminology
- Updated definitions to support clearer and more consistent industry language
Topic areas
The glossary covers a wide range of key areas relevant to factoring, receivables finance, supply chain finance and open account trade finance. These include:
- Compliance and regulation
- Supply chain finance
- Risk management
- Technology and digitalisation
- Modern factoring products
Together, these areas reflect the breadth of terminology used across the industry, supporting a more comprehensive understanding of today’s market.
Access the glossary
Use the FCI Glossary to search and understand key industry terms across factoring, receivables finance, supply chain finance and open account trade finance.
The glossary is available for FCI members here (in the private library).
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