# Industry classification

Glossary · Company data

Canonical page: https://datasdk.ai/glossary/industry-classification

An industry classification groups companies by the kind of business they do.

## Why it matters

Choose industry-relevant questions instead of generic outreach.

## Illustrative example

A manufacturer and a software provider belong in different research segments.

## What to check

Diversified businesses may not fit neatly into one category.

## How Data SDK fits

Data SDK connects website visits with available company details worldwide, from startups to larger businesses. Coverage and fields vary. Start free trial opens an email request; terms are confirmed with the team. The full API is coming soon.

These are suggested workflows, not a list of built-in integrations. Use your own approved analytics, CRM, and research process where needed. Matches and fields vary. A company match does not identify a person or prove buying intent.

## Related reading

- [Prepare an industry-specific question](https://datasdk.ai/use-cases/prepare-an-industry-specific-question): Make the next legitimate conversation more relevant to the company's work.
- [Prepare a relevant case-study shortlist](https://datasdk.ai/use-cases/prepare-a-relevant-case-study-shortlist): Make meeting preparation more useful without guessing the visitor's identity.
- [Assess an industry landing page](https://datasdk.ai/use-cases/assess-an-industry-landing-page): Learn whether the page attracts the intended kinds of businesses.
- [Legal entity](https://datasdk.ai/glossary/legal-entity): A legal entity is an organization recognized as a separate entity under the relevant legal system.
- [Parent company](https://datasdk.ai/glossary/parent-company): A parent company owns or controls another company.
- [Subsidiary](https://datasdk.ai/glossary/subsidiary): A subsidiary is a company owned or controlled by another company.

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