The Pitt Corporation Has Been Outsourcing Data Processing in the Belief

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Essay

The Pitt Corporation has been outsourcing data processing in the belief that such outsourcing would reduce costs and increase corporate profitability. In spite of this, there has been no meaningful increase in corporate profitability.
Previously, Pitt used a single-rate method to allocate data processing costs. A per unit cost for data processing was computed and compared to the price of the outside supplier. The price of the outside supplier was lower and thus, the outside bid was accepted.
Required:
Formulate a possible reason why Pitt's profitability has not shown improvement in terms of the cost allocation method used.

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Definitions:

FIFO

"First In, First Out," an inventory valuation method where the first items purchased or produced are the first to be sold, affecting the cost of goods sold and inventory valuation.

Cost Of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of goods sold by a company, including materials, labor, and overhead.

Lower Of Cost

The accounting principle that dictates inventory items are recorded at the lower of either their cost or market value if the market value is less.

Net Realizable Value

The estimated selling price of goods minus the cost of their sale or disposal, often used to evaluate inventory or accounts receivable.