The Consumer Marketplace and Retailers’ Shifting Accounting Needs

These emerging supply chain practices require the retail industry to invest in new fixed assets — commonly known as property, plant and equipment (PPE). This investment in turn casts a new light on the industry's need to accurately report and depreciate real estate, machinery and other assets. As suppliers and distributors funnel capital into new facilities and technology to meet fulfillment demands, sound accounting practices will be an underlying yet integral factor in guaranteeing a return on these investments and creating room for growth.