Cilia Corporation Specializes in the Production of Door Knobs,which Are

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Essay

Cilia Corporation specializes in the production of door knobs,which are mostly sold within its territory.The selling price for each door knob is $15.Using the traditional allocation method to allocate manufacturing overhead,the full-product cost is determined to be $10.The company recently introduced the activity-based costing method to allocate its overhead.The refinement of costs shows that the full-product cost is $2.50 lower with activity-based costing than with traditional costing.
Requirement:
1.Calculate the change in net profit percentage as a result of the introduction of activity-based costing.
2.The desired net profit margin of the company is 60%.If the production costs cannot be reduced,by how much should the selling price be increased in order to achieve the desired profit? (Use the cost estimates under activity-based costing. )

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Definitions:

Technology Utilization

The effective use of technology tools and systems to improve efficiency, productivity, and processes in various domains.

Network Structures

Organizational designs that emphasize decentralized, flexible arrangements of individuals and teams, often connected through technology.

Reduced Overhead

The action or effect of decreasing indirect costs associated with running a business, such as administrative expenses, utilities, and rent.

Operating Efficiency

Refers to the ability of a business to deliver services or products in a cost-effective manner while maintaining high quality.