Defense, Aerospace & Government Contracting

How to Record SCRM Software Implementation

Records the capitalization of Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) software used to monitor tier-n suppliers for geopolitical and financial risks.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Capitalized Internal Use SoftwareDebit150,000.00-
Accounts PayableCredit-150,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Software used to comply with Section 889 and other supply chain security mandates is capitalized under ASC 350-40 and amortized over its useful life, with amortization usually being an allowable G&A cost.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Categorize as an intangible asset; ensure the software license is not an annual subscription (which would be expensed).

⚠️ Audit Flags

Inclusion of amortization in the indirect rate submission (ICE).

📄 Required Documentation

Software purchase agreement and documentation of the implementation phase completion (Go-Live).

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