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Compact case
Case
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Reference no. 288-008-1
Published by: Cranfield School of Management
Published in: 1988
Length: 4 pages
Data source: Generalised experience

Abstract

This case is concerned with the provision and use of management accounting information within a computer software company. The operating manager is concerned only with the actual operating profit vs budgeted profit. Closer analysis of the monthly management accounts reveal a number of problem areas. The case is concerned with: (1) understanding the financial information contained in the monthly management accounts; (2) recognising apparent problem areas; (3) identifying questions that need to be answered to appreciate better the meaning of the figures; and (4) recommendations for improving future financial performance.
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Industry:
Size:
Medium
Other setting(s):
1988

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Abstract

This case is concerned with the provision and use of management accounting information within a computer software company. The operating manager is concerned only with the actual operating profit vs budgeted profit. Closer analysis of the monthly management accounts reveal a number of problem areas. The case is concerned with: (1) understanding the financial information contained in the monthly management accounts; (2) recognising apparent problem areas; (3) identifying questions that need to be answered to appreciate better the meaning of the figures; and (4) recommendations for improving future financial performance.

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Location:
Industry:
Size:
Medium
Other setting(s):
1988

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