WAN – a wide area network is a group of computers not limited to systems in close proximity. A WAN often links a number of LANs together.

Walk in, walk out– (WIWO) is an expression normally used in its abbreviated form, regarding a business for sale. It indicates that the business is for sale as a going concern and may be purchased without interruption to trading.

Web-based project management (IT) – an internet-based management tool that enables document/data management and specific information exchange throughout the project team.

Wholesale – selling in large quantities to businesses that will then resell to consumers in smaller quantities.

Workers’ compensation – money paid to an employee to compensate for injuries received in connection with their work. All employers must insure against claims for this kind of compensation.

Working capital – the excess of current assets over current liabilities of any business at any time.