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Activity-Based Costing (ABC)
In recent years, ABC has lost ground in the metric wars. But it may be set for a resurgence. December 31, 2002
First-Mover Advantage
Rarely has a business strategy gotten such a bad name so fast. December 31, 2002
The Big Eight
Consolidation and scandal did in the Big Eight group of accounting firms. How low can it go? December 31, 2002
T. Boone and the Raiders
The barbarians may not be at the gate anymore, but some of them are still hanging out on the sidewalk. December 31, 2002
Lotus 1-2-3
The taking of Lotus 1-2-3? Blame Microsoft. December 31, 2002
Deconstructing Tyco
So why did Tyco management suddenly decide to break up the conglomerate? Some say it's the accounting, stupid. April 1, 2002
Deals of the Year, Asia
These ten mergers, acquisitions, financings, and fundings made our list for 2001. January 22, 2002
Whistleblowing: Peep and Weep
As companies cut costs they cut corners too. Time to blow the whistle? January 11, 2002
Say ''R''
Economists have a dismal record in predicting recession. November 30, 2001