Global diversity in the practice of public sector accounting continues to impede the reduction of bureaucracy and the creation of comparable standards in terms of accountability and transparency. The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) continues to engage in the ongoing process of harmonizing public sector accounting with their International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSASs). IPSAS Explained: A Summary of International...

Learn how to design and implement a performance feedback program that will help employees take performance to a higher level. The advice, tips, models and tools described in Performance Feedback will help you give more complete feedback to your employees. They will better understand what is expected of them and how they can improve in specific areas to meet the organization's expectations. The book consists of four chapters that cover the importance...

In Exploding the Myths Surrounding ISO 9000, Andrew W Nichols debunks many of the common misconceptions about the standard, and describes the many advantages it brings. Drawing on more than 25 years of hands-on experience, Andy gives clear, practical and up-to-date advice on how to implement ISO 9000 to maximum effect.

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The gold standard in US GAAP resources--fully revised to reflect the latest pronouncements US GAAP undergoes constant revision and review, requiring accountants and other financial practitioners to keep a close eye on updates and changes. Wiley GAAP 2023 offers the most comprehensive coverage of all Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Topics--including all the latest updates. Every chapter offers a discussion of relevant perspectives and issues,...

Discusses the reasons for time differences in different parts of the world and the history behind the division of the world into twenty-four time zones.

"The author details his incredible journey as a forensic accountant and how he faced death threats, retaliation and family hardships during various fraud investigations. He was tested on numerous occasions but never deviated from professional standards. Over the years, he has collected countless stories representative of the common tendencies that hinder practitioner's ability to detect, deter, and prevent fraud and misconduct, many of which could...

Ideal for information security managers, auditors, consultants and organizations preparing for ISO 27001 certification, this book will help readers understand the requirements of an ISMS (information security management system) based on ISO 27001. --

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