Significant discussion has occurred in the literature on making management accounting more relevant to the current business environment, which is dominated by discussions of globalisation, rapid change and increased competition. A variety of approaches have been taken with many of them focusing on linking management accounting systems with the strategic direction and decision making of the organisation they serve.
Critically evaluate the approaches management accounting has taken to ensuring the techniques selected and used in an organisation are linked with the strategy of the organisation. Include in your discussion your opinion on whether these are new developments or just an extension of past practice.