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Accounting Fundamentals #1-org (Copy 1)

“If you aim at nothing,

you will hit it every time”

– Zig Ziglar


We’ll now look at why budgeting is essential to all organizations.

This quote explains it well – If you aim at nothing, you will hit it every time.

If you do not have goals / objectives, you will definitely not achieve them.


1.Aligns the organization’s goals

Ensures all employees have consistent goals

2.Allows managers to plan for the future and manage day-to-day operations

Helps employees prioritize their work

3.Allows management to assess progress against goals

Throughout the period

At the end of the period

4.Allows management to identify trends and take action if necessary