Gilmore Corporation Is Investigating the Possibility of Adopting a Lean

question 195

Multiple Choice

Gilmore Corporation is investigating the possibility of adopting a lean thinking philosophy in its manufacturing facilities. The plant manager has done a cost-benefit analysis and has found that the costs of the lean production program exceed the benefits by $115,000. You analyze the situation and make some adjustments to the cost estimates. After doing your analysis, you find that costs still outweigh benefits by less than 5%. Which of the following choices are possible strategies managerial accountants could implement to enhance the operational effectiveness at the manufacturing facilities?

• A)Consider dropping the plan.
• B)Look for ways to lessen costs.
• C)Re-evaluate the value of benefits.
• D)All of the above should be considered.

Comprehend the concept of net float and its importance in cash management.

Understand the role and mechanism of preauthorized payments and their impact on collection time.

Grasp the workings and benefits of a lockbox system in improving cash management.

Recognize the importance of electronic billing and payment systems in enhancing cash flow.

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Definitions:

Self-Liquidating Debt

A type of short-term loan that is used to finance a project or inventory that will generate enough income to pay back the loan.

Spontaneous Financing

Financing that arises naturally from the normal operation of a business, such as trade credit from suppliers.

Seasonal Working Capital

Additional funds a business may need at certain times of the year to manage increased operational activities.

Clean-Up Requirements

Environmental or legal directives that mandate the remediation of pollution or contaminants from a site.