rarchical level. Usually each agency has its own recordkeeping system. [Archives] 
n., The business carried on by an agent. [Government] 
n., A unit of governement that has major policy reponsiblities and that performs regulatory functions. [Government] 
n., The relationship between an agent and his principal. [Government] 
n., A business that provides services by acting on behalf of or as representative of another party. [General Dictionaries] 
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n.,
 One who is authorized to act for or in place of an