We develop a theoretical basis for integration and segregation of multiple outcomes with underlying S-shaped value functions. Our theoretical findings suggest that Thaler’ principles of mental accounting work as postulated when we deal with events having only positive outcomes (gains) or only negative ones (losses). In the case of ‘mixed’ events with positive and negative outcomes, determining ...

The object of the model ProFarm is the identification of the excellent production scheme in plant production in consideration of local characteristics. First the contribution margin accounting will be calculated based on an estimation of the yield potential. Finally the economically excellent production scheme will be determined on the base of the contribution margin.

Middle East countries have begun to implement economic reforms to stimulate private investment, promote economic growth and support the transition to market economy. Although, it is difficult to define the direct impact of the accounting system reform on economic transformation, as there are many other conditions that have influence on the transition process. However, with the central position ...

Traditional IP accounting infrastructures cannot withstand the shock waves produced by voice over IP integration, increasingly large accounting data volumes, adaptive pricing schema that reflect resource utilization, and real-time requirements on accounting applications such as billing and traffic monitoring. To suit tomorrow’s networks, the Active IP Accounting Coprocessor Environment (AIACE) ...

The real challenge of business environment is derived from a situation where organizations need to find opportunities on how to introduce ideas and new products to market that provide future earnings stream. Management accounting is used as a tool in this process and provides information on opportunities and threats. The purpose of this research is to explain the role of management accounting i...

The present study is intended to examine the effect of accounting conservatism on firms’ non-profitability in Tehran Stock Exchange in 48 unprofitable firms and 57 profitable firms over a period of seven years from 2001 to 2007. This study was conducted according to Givoly and Hayn model to measure accounting conservatism index in non-profitable and profitable) firms. Data analysis performed wi...

This note presents a new model, called GAMMA, which is an intertemporal applied general equilibrium model of the Dutch economy. The GAMMA model draws upon CPB’s generational accounting (GA) model, but extends it in several ways in order to account for important economic behavioural effects. In particular, the GAMMA model adds to the GA model a household sector, a firm sector and a pension fund ...