ACCT 356 Assignment 2: Strategic and Competitive Analysis Report

This report presents a comprehensive analysis of ACCT 356 Assignment 2, focusing on the financial performance of Forge Group Ltd. It begins with a detailed ratio analysis, calculating key financial ratios such as current ratio, receivables turnover, inventory turnover, profitability ratios, and leverage ratios from 2010 to 2014. The analysis includes discussions on the company's performance, highlighting trends and significant changes in financial metrics. The report then addresses project costing and risk assessment scenarios, recommending the best course of action based on weighted costs. Furthermore, the report explores sales variance analysis, determining sales mix and quantity variances and identifying potential causes. Customer profitability analysis and risk mitigation strategies are also discussed, providing a holistic view of the company's financial and strategic position. The report concludes with a summary of the key findings and recommendations.