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Here’s a brief glance at what you’ll find in the Sping 2008 issue…

Uniform Accounting Standards: Why Convergence is Here to Stay

Accounting standard-setters around the world have been working on convergence — or uniform accounting standards among countries — for decades. Progress has been slow, but it has picked up speed in recent years. And, as convergence moves closer to reality, the end of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) may be drawing nearer.

3 Ways to Pay: IRS Changes Rules for Estimated Taxes
The laws surrounding corporate estimated taxes have changed many times in the last 20 years, but the IRS has been slow to amend its rules to reflect those changes. As of August 2007, however, the IRS is up to date — and that means manufacturers need to be as well. This article details three ways to pay estimated taxes.

On the move: What to Consider Before Relocating

Selecting a new location for a manufacturing company can require months of analysis. Owners must consider operational, financial and logistical implications before making a final decision. This article details all aspects of a relocation plan.

Information in a Box: Data Warehousing Can Help you Make Better Business Decisions

Many manufacturing companies rely on several databases to keep operations running smoothly. This generally works fine, but what if copies of all of a company’s databases were maintained in a single “box,” available for immediate access from any location? This article examines how data warehousing works.

Manufacturer, Know Thy Competition

The manufacturing industry is growing and becoming more competitive all the time. Competitive analysis can give a manufacturer a leg up in the industry, but companies need to know how to do it effectively. This short article explains the basics of competitive analysis.

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The Up-front Work Matters: Due Diligence is Essential in Any Merger or Acquisition -- February 2007

Mergers and acquisitions have become a way of life in manufacturing, but their success depends on due diligence early in the acquisition process. Whether a buyer or seller, think of due diligence as a protective business strategy. This article explains what aspects of a company to scrutinize.

Don’t Let Overhead Accounts Get Ripe for the Picking -- February 2007

Overhead costs are a part of every business, and accounting for them can be problematic. For manufacturers, overhead costing is particularly complex. Accounts tend to be large, and nonaccounting managers don’t always understand how they work. As a result, these overhead accounts can be open invitations to fraud. This article details how internal controls can help ensure funds remain in overhead accounts.

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