Posts Tagged ‘Assets’
Reduce Risk by Segregating Assets in a New Entity
The Problem: Often business owners want to segregate valuable assets from potential adverse liabilities generated in the operation of a business. For example, a bakery will likely own: (1) equipment used in its operations; (2) the factory building; and (3) a fleet of delivery trucks and vehicles. If all of these are owned by the…
Read MoreDon’t Ignore the Human Factor When Managing Your Business Assets
Asset management can be an overwhelming process, one that demands constant attention regardless of business size or shares. No company is an island, but the summation of accumulated assets. As businesses begin to grow, mounting resources like finance, branding and buildings begin to falter if they are deprived of proper management. Consequently, you need to…
Read MoreProtecting Your Company: Asset Control
What controls should be put in place to protect the company’s assets from fraud? Company assets such as inventory, equipment and vehicles are highly susceptible to fraud and need to be protected. Internal controls should be put in place to protect these assets. Discussion: Below is a discussion of the controls to be put in…
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