Activity-based costing (ABC) is not just a cost collection mechanism, but rather more of an inventory valuation
Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!
Question:
Activity-based costing (ABC) is not just a cost collection mechanism, but rather more of an inventory valuation method. The main purpose for implementing an activity-based cost system is to try to overcome the cost distortions that occur in traditional costing from product differences when there are variations in size and complexity. However, one of the disadvantages of utilizing ABC is that the additional information gathering necessary to implement costing with that level of detail might be beyond the reach of some companies with a resource or financial constraints.
With this in mind, respond to the following questions:
- What kinds of industries or companies do you think would benefit most from using activity-based costing and why?
- In designing or modifying an accounting system to capture appropriate costs for ABC, what considerations do you think would need to be made?
Related Book For
Smith and Roberson Business Law
ISBN: 978-0538473637
15th Edition
Authors: Richard A. Mann, Barry S. Roberts
Posted Date: