New Work
New work: development, meaning, and examples
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Self-defined working is the main idea of the new work concept. But what sounds simple at first requires a great deal of structural and cultural changes at the corporate level. Find out why new work is important for businesses, what its key pillars are, and how the concept can be implemented.

New work: development, meaning, and examples
Diversity and inclusion
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
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The topics of diversity and inclusion are on everybody’s lips these days. So how can both employers and employees benefit from a work atmosphere in which diversity, respect, and participation are of the utmost importance? And what exactly is the hot topic diversity and inclusion all about. We've summarized all you need to know in this article so keep reading to find out.

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Business impact analysis
The business impact analysis
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A BIA or business impact analysis emphasizes the most important processes of your company that could threaten your normal business operations in case of a deficit or outage. These processes allow you to evaluate the consequences of a crisis more effectively and devise strategies to minimize risks as part of a contingency plan. Find a business impact assessment template here.

The business impact analysis
Financial analysis template excel
Financial analysis template: Using Excel to edit a financial analysis form
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A financial analysis model is a tool to learn more about the current economic situation of the company and the development of the last months. But if you don’t want to leave the preparation of the report to an external party, you will be faced with the task of setting up your own, probably via Excel. Our financial analysis template has already got the most important elements integrated – and can...

Financial analysis template: Using Excel to edit a financial analysis form
Inventory list
Inventory list: The inventory template for downloading
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When it comes to the annoying subject of inventory, any help is welcome. Having an inventory template as a practical download can make your work easier because a clear inventory list is one of the key elements of a successful inventory. Read on to find out what must be included in this list and how you can easily customize our inventory template using Excel.

Inventory list: The inventory template for downloading
Free mileage log template
Mileage log template: Free of charge as an Excel and PDF file
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Do you run personal errands with your company car? No problem at all – as long as you record the distances you have covered thoroughly in a logbook. You can either keep this in electronic form on your smartphone or buy it as a bound booklet from a specialist office retailer. However, there is nothing stopping you from creating your own logbook. Our mileage log sample will help you with this.

Mileage log template: Free of charge as an Excel and PDF file
Mileage logs definition
How to keep a mileage log: Doing it right
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Do you travel regularly with a company car, but also use it for private journeys? While this is a monetary advantage, you have to pay tax on private usage. There are two different methods for calculating this tax burden: You can use a mileage log or claim actual expenses. A logbook is used for documentation purposes, in which you record the miles driven.

How to keep a mileage log: Doing it right
External audit
The Audit: What you need to know about external audits
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Each year, private individuals and business owners submit their tax returns to the tax office and inform them about their annual accounts and any tax-relevant issues. However, if the tax office finds a reason to take a closer look, an external investigation known as an external audit will take place. The following article reveals what the tax office is hoping to achieve by conducting an audit, and...

The Audit: What you need to know about external audits
Cost of sales method
The cost of sales procedure in the context of profits and losses
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The profit and loss account (P&L) is also called an income statement. All general ledger accounts are summed up with expenses subtracted from the income to leave a profit or loss amount for the period, which is usually one financial year. Daily operating expenses are summarized by functional areas, e.g. sales and administration.

The cost of sales procedure in the context of profits and losses

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A solid business growth strategy is paramount for any business owner. This category focuses on all the aspects that follow the establishment of a company; from business strategy and growth, to recruitment, bookkeeping, and taxes.