The term "corporate headquarters" refers to the main office or center of operations of a company or organization. It is alternatively known as a "head office", "main office", or "central office". The term "home office" is also commonly used as a synonym for corporate headquarters. Other alternative phrases may include "principal place of business", "administrative center", or simply "main site". Many corporations use specific terminology to refer to their headquarters, such as "global headquarters" or "regional headquarters". While the terminology may vary, each of these phrases refers to the main nerve center of a business or organization.