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Why every accountant should treat an asset register as a governance record

Why every accountant should treat an asset register as a governance record

by Barry Gouws | Jun 30, 2026 | AssetTrail Insights, Fixed Asset Guides

For accountants and finance teams, the asset register should not be treated as a once-a-year depreciation file. It is a permanent record of management decisions about property, plant and equipment — and a practical foundation for better governance. For many...

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