Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.
Critical accounting estimates and assumptions
The company makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. The resulting accounting estimates and assumptions will, by definition, seldom equal the related actual results. Estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year are discussed below.
In preparing these financial statements, the directors have made the following judgements:
Determination as to whether the company’s tangible and intangible assets indicate impairment. Decisions are made based on considering factors such as the economic viability and expected future financial performance of the asset.
Determination as to whether the company’s stocks (inventory) indicate impairment. Decisions are made based on considering the age, condition, and net realisable value of stock held.
Other key sources of estimation uncertainty
Stocks (inventory) are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. The assessment of net realisable value requires estimates to be made of future selling prices, demand, and the condition of stock, and may vary depending on changes in market conditions.
Property, plant and equipment are depreciated over their useful lives. The useful lives are assessed annually and may vary depending on factors such as technological innovation, product life cycles, and maintenance programmes.