LEARNING
OBJECTIVES
Identify the broadobjectives of transaction cycles.
Recognize the types of transactions processed by each of
the three transaction cycles.
Identify the basic accounting records used in TPS.
Distinguish the relationship between the traditional
accounting records and their magnetic equivalents.
Enumerate the documentation techniques.
Distinguish the differences between batch and real-time
processing and the impact of these technologies on
transaction processing.
Enumerate data coding schemes used in AIS.
GOAL OF TRANSACTIONPROCESSING SYSTEM (TPS)
process financial transactions.
What does financial transactions mean? (previous lecture)
Financial transactions are common business events that occur
regularly.
Aspect Traditional AccountingRecords Magnetic (Electronic) Equivalents
Format
Paper-based (manual journals, ledgers, balance
sheets, etc.)
Digital (stored in databases, spreadsheets,
accounting software)
Data Storage &
Accessibility
Physical storage (filing cabinets, shelves) Digital storage (cloud, hard drives, servers)
Processing of Data Manual entry, calculations, and postings Automated data entry, calculations, and
postings
Accuracy & Error
Minimization
Prone to human error (miscalculations,
omissions)
Automated checks and error detection reduce
human error
Security
Vulnerable to physical damage (fire, theft,
water)
Digital encryption, backups, and access control
for security
Cost & Resources
Requires paper, storage space, labor for filing
and retrieval
Lower long-term costs, reduced need for
physical storage
Compliance & Auditing
Time-consuming audits, harder to maintain
compliance
Easier tracking, reporting, and audit trails for
compliance
Updates & Modifications Manual corrections, cross-referencing errors Easy modification, audit trails of changes
Integration & Scalability Difficult to integrate with other systems, hard
to scale
Easy integration with other systems, scalable as
business grows
Real-time Data &
Reporting
Periodic reporting (e.g., quarterly, annually) Real-time data access and instant reporting
DOCUMENTATION
TECHNIQUES
The old sayingthat a picture is worth a thousand words is
extremely applicable when it comes to documenting systems.
A written description of a system can be wordy and difficult
to follow. Experience has shown that a visual image can
convey vital system information more effectively and
efficiently than words. As both systems designers and
auditors, accountants use system documentation routinely.
The ability to document systems in graphic form is thus an
important skill for accountants to master.
DATA CODING
SCHEMES
• Description:Assigns a unique number to each item
in a sequence, like consecutive invoices or checks.
• Purpose: Ensures each item is unique and simplifies
processing.
• Example: 0001, 0002, 0003 for a series of invoices.
Sequential Codes
• Description: Divides items into classes, assigning a
specific range of numbers to each class.
• Purpose: Allows users to identify the type of item by
looking at the code's beginning digits, as seen in
a Chart of Accounts.
• Example: 100-199 for assets, 200-299 for liabilities,
with unused codes left for future accounts.
Block Codes
28.
• Description: Usesparts of the code to represent
different attributes of an item.
• Purpose: Provides detailed information about
complex items within a single code.
• Example: A code for a product might use the first few
digits for product type, the next for size, and the last
for color.
Group Codes
• Description: Uses letters, numbers, and symbols that
are easily recognizable, often with acronyms.
• Purpose: Helps users remember codes by linking
them to an item's characteristics.
• Example: 'DEP' for deposit or 'L' for liability account.
Mnemonic Codes
DATA CODING
SCHEMES
29.
DATA CODING
SCHEMES
• Description:Combines letters and numbers to represent
items or categories.
• Purpose: Offers a wide range of codes, allowing for more
detailed classification than purely numeric systems.
• Example: A customer ID like "C103-B2" could denote
customer type and location.
Alphanumeric Codes
DATA CODING
SCHEMES
30.
LEARNING
OBJECTIVES
Identify the broadobjectives of transaction cycles.
Recognize the types of transactions processed by each of
the three transaction cycles.
Identify the basic accounting records used in TPS.
Distinguish the relationship between the traditional
accounting records and their magnetic equivalents.
Enumerate the documentation techniques.
Distinguish the differences between batch and real-time
processing and the impact of these technologies on
transaction processing.
Enumerate data coding schemes used in AIS.