Productivity accounting: measuring for competitive advantage
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Productivity accounting systems are being redefined in light of change, complexity, and competition. The systems need to enhance organizational performance, rather than merely keep track. Rather than using account as the primary performance measurement basis, a collection of financial and nonfinancial measurements leading to an assessment of how well the company can create wealth.
Publication Name: Australian CPA
Subject: Banking, finance and accounting industries
ISSN: 1440-8880
Year: 1998
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Accounting for organisational design
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Accountants face significant challenges as Australian firms undergo structural changes. Recognizing organizational design is vital in the process of identifying decision-making authority so that a firm can undertake responsibility accounting.
Publication Name: Australian CPA
Subject: Banking, finance and accounting industries
ISSN: 1440-8880
Year: 2000
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New work in a changing order
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Changes in the nature of work have triggered a new approach to the way the accounting profession is practiced. High-level of education and development of new skills are required by technical, professional and managerial occupations.
Publication Name: Australian CPA
Subject: Banking, finance and accounting industries
ISSN: 1440-8880
Year: 1999
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