An object-oriented approach to the design of real-time accounting information systems
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An object-oriented modelling technique allows a broad range of users to access accounting information. The model incorporates traditional financial accounting systems as well as events-based information. The object-oriented modelling approach is presented as an alternative to E-R modeling and relational database implementation models.
Publication Name: Accounting Forum
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0155-9982
Year: 1996
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Public sector accounting and financial management in a developing country organisational context: a three-dimensional view
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Issues related to the function of accounting systems as they relate to the economic development of developing countries are examined, focusing on the need to consider both the socio-political context of the countries as well as the technical matters of accounting. Topics include a case study of the Volta River Authority in Ghana.
Publication Name: Accounting Forum
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0155-9982
Year: 2001
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