This PPT slide, part of the 29-slide Activity Based Costing PowerPoint presentation, outlines a structured seven-phase process for implementing Activity Based Costing (ABC). Each phase is clearly defined, emphasizing a systematic approach to cost analysis.
The first phase, "Develop Cost Objects," focuses on identifying the primary cost objects for analysis, such as products or customers. This foundational step is crucial for ensuring that the subsequent phases are aligned with the key areas of interest.
Next, in the "Group Cost Objects" phase, the slide suggests creating groupings of these objects, which can include product lines or customer segments. This categorization helps streamline the analysis and allows for more targeted insights.
The third phase, "Develop Process Maps," involves creating high-level process flow maps. This visual representation aids in understanding how costs flow through the organization, which is essential for identifying areas of inefficiency.
In the fourth phase, "Identify Cost Elements," the focus shifts to reviewing financial statements to pinpoint major cost elements. This step is vital for ensuring that all relevant costs are accounted for in the analysis.
The fifth phase, "Map GL Costs," directs attention to mapping overhead and general ledger costs to specific activities. This mapping is important for linking costs to the actual processes that incur them.
The sixth phase, "Allocate Costs," involves allocating both direct and activity costs to the identified cost objects. This allocation is critical for deriving accurate cost information.
Finally, the seventh phase, "Verify Economic Logic," emphasizes the importance of validating the economic rationale behind the ABC analysis. This verification ensures that the findings are not only accurate, but also actionable for decision-making.
Overall, this slide provides a clear roadmap for organizations looking to implement ABC, highlighting the importance of each phase in achieving a comprehensive understanding of costs.
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This presentation is created by former McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, EY, and Capgemini consultants. It teaches a practical consulting framework actively used by tier-1 consulting firms.
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