Turnover is recognised in accordance with FRS 102 Section 1A based on the satisfaction of performance obligations under customer contracts.
For most contracts, a single fixed fee is charged for delivering a transfer pricing report. Revenue is recognised only upon completion, using the output method, as no significant value is transferred to the customer until the final report is delivered.
Where contracts are split into defined stages with separate fees, revenue is recognised at the end of each completed stage. In limited cases, where subcontracted work has been completed before the year end, turnover equal to the cost of that work is recognised.
This approach reflects the company's judgement that the output method offers a prudent and reliable measure of progress.