2. Differentiate fixed budget from flexible budget.
3. How is budgeting related to the planning and control functions of
management?
4. Why should the budget be aligned with organizationa
l goals? BUDGET Budgets are plans is also depen- to monitor, control, and implement the resource of the firm on its operation based on its objectives or goals. FIXED BUDGET A fixed budget allocates a fixed amount of resources for a specific pur- pose. FLEXIBLE/VARIABLE BUDGET A flexible or variable budget allows allocation of resources to change depending on different levels of activity in the organization. FLEXIBLE/VARIABLE BUDGET A flexible or variable budget allows allocation of resources to change depending on different levels of activity in the organization. Planning is the initial step and it includes the development of the firm's objective and the creation of budget. Operating takes on the decision -making that is guided by budgeting. Control Process Checks and guarantees whether the set objectives are accomplished Budgeting is the responsibility and activity of the organizations entire units and department. Sales Department may create it sales budget for purchase and selling expenses to eventually determine the value of the actual products or services to be sold. Operation and Production Department usually generate short term budget. it must take into account economic trends such as inflation,cost, and personal spending for the desired inventory and final production basic summary of cash budget may have the following format: Steps toward Better -making Collaborate and communicate with Organization administrations and selected members so the budget becomes more acceptable to all. Practice flexibility as the budget adapts to the organization's needs Relate the budget to company goals since their achievements is the primary objectives/goal to the firm ; deviation from goals will prolong achievement and will not good for the firm's stability . Steps toward Better -making Coordinate the big with all the company departments so that they may be able to make full use the budget allocations given to their respective units. Use computer software or application when needed to facilitate accurate computation and proper dissemination of information related the budget. Thank You