Articles & guides

Master the fixed asset verification process from scoping through reconciliation. Covers RFID technology, ghost asset detection, regulatory compliance, and outsourcing considerations.

Learn how geofencing enhances RFID asset tracking with automated alerts, zone-based inventory control, and real-time location monitoring for enterprise asset management.

How to identify, value, and test indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment. Covers ASC 350, IAS 38, fair value methods, and annual testing requirements.

Look up every MACRS depreciation rate by class—3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20, 27.5 & 39-year. IRS Pub 946 GDS & ADS percentage tables plus a free calculator.

RFID for asset tracking and inventory management: how industrial RFID works, RFID vs barcode, ERP integration, and cost. Get a CPCON RFID assessment.

RFID tags cost $0.05–$0.15 (passive) to $15–$50 (active) per unit in 2026. Compare prices by tag type, application, volume discounts, and total system ROI.

How are right-of-use assets treated for tax purposes under ASC 842? Covers deferred tax calculations, book-tax differences, and operating vs. finance lease rules.

SOX inventory control requirements for Section 302 and 404 compliance. Includes control examples, segregation of duties, material weakness criteria, and audit prep checklist.

Cycle count vs wall-to-wall inventory comparison for power plants. When to use each method and accuracy trade-offs.

MRO inventory management guide for power plants and nuclear facilities. Optimization strategies and storeroom best practices.

MRO inventory optimization strategies that reduce carrying costs by 15-30% at power plants. Eliminate obsolete stock and right-size reorder points.

Nuclear plant maintenance and MRO inventory compliance. NRC and INPO requirements for spare parts and safety-related components.

Outage planning and MRO inventory readiness for power plants. Pre-outage staging, counting, and post-outage reconciliation.

Spare parts inventory management for power plants and nuclear sites. Critical spares, stocking strategies, and outage readiness.

Wall-to-wall inventory count guide for power plants. Freeze vs no-freeze methods, MRO spare parts counting, and compliance tips.

What is MRO inventory? Complete guide for power plant managers covering MRO products, procurement, and inventory fundamentals.

Complete guide to GASB 87 and IFRS 16 lease accounting compliance for fixed assets in 2026. Covers recognition, measurement, disclosure requirements, and practical implementation strategies for both public and private sector organizations.

In-depth analysis of PCAOB inspection deficiencies related to fixed asset audits. Covers existence testing, impairment evaluation, depreciation, ASC 360 compliance, and practical remediation strategies.

See when component depreciation begins under IAS 16 (when the asset is available for use), plus significance thresholds, replacement accounting, and worked examples.

An accurate and efficient fixed asset accounting starts with these 5 simple steps. Improve your company\

Reconcile fixed assets in 4 steps: match GL to the asset register, run a physical count, resolve discrepancies, and post audit-ready adjustments.

Discover how integrating RFID technology with your existing systems can transform inventory management, improve accuracy, and drive operational efficiency.

Discover how RFID and barcode asset tagging tracks field assets in real time. Covers IT equipment, vehicles, machinery, and best practices.

How to conduct physical verification of fixed assets on-site. Covers field team setup, barcode scanning, condition assessment, discrepancy resolution, and reporting templates.