PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

This project is split into four (4) parts with one (1) part due each week of the course. Based on your readings, use of technology, literature, and other sources, you will incorporate the following into your reports (do not simply list the question and provide an answer; incorporate the information into a well written report or presentation):

1. Small Builders, Inc. has hired you as the new manager to help bring them into current times. They know you understand the benefits of using a computerized system and have asked you to present them with ways that Excel could help simplify their current processes. Using the Word document, Writing Project Part 1.doc , review the given background information and answer the questions provided.
2. Using the Excel spreadsheet, Part 2 Depreciation Schedules.xls , follow the instructions listed within the spreadsheet. You are asked to prepare depreciation schedules for 3 assets as well as a Depreciation Summary using formulas to perform your calculations. You are also asked to answer questions relating to your analysis.
3. Explain your findings (using the data complied throughout the course so far):
   1. Does the company appear to be in good financial health?
   2. Which financial ratios highlight the financial health of the company? Share at least two financial ratios outlined in your findings.
   3. How does performing financial analysis, such as horizontal analysis or ratio analysis, help to identify problem areas or strong growth within the company?
   4. In Part 2, various depreciation methods were covered. Be sure to comment on the depreciation methods used and the effect on the financial statements.
   5. The company offers two lines of business - a product and a service line of business. Which seems more profitable? Should they consider discontinuing one or the other?
4. Present your findings.

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