CIMS Terminology
Account Manager - An individual in Central Office who is responsible for creating customer and billing accounts.
Account Manager, Read Only - District Permit Managers who have read-only access to CIMS.
Authorizer - Individuals in Central Office who are responsible for authorizing account creation.
BPID - ECMS Business Partner ID
Business Partner - Utilities, Municipalities, Developers, Engineers and other parties operating as a co-applicant or external reviewer.
ECMS - The Engineering and Construction Management System provides a way for PennDOT, its Business Partners and the Public to use the Internet to conduct business related to the design and construction of transportation projects.
FEIN - Federal Employer ID Number
HOP - Highway Occupancy Permit
PennDOT - Pennsylvania Department of Transportation