Accounting Treatment of the Development of Accounting Software as per Accounting Standards Framework
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This document examines the accounting implications of internally developed software within the scope of Accounting Standard (AS) 26 on Intangible Assets. It revolves around a project undertaken in two distinct phases: research and development, each involving different types of activities and requiring separate accounting considerations. The research phase consisted of feasibility assessments, market benchmarking, and user experience studies aimed at defining the project’s objectives and technical scope. The development phase, on the other hand, involved the actual creation of the software, including modular design, integration with internal systems such as ERP and CRM, and implementation of security features. The primary issue addressed is whether the expenditures associated with each phase meet the criteria for recognition as an intangible asset under AS 26. By analyzing the nature of costs and matching them against the standard’s recognition principles, the document brings into focus the careful evaluation required when determining the accounting treatment for internally generated intangible assets.
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