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Manufacturing Resources

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Each year, Schneider Downs collects insights from leaders in the manufacturing industry through our annual Manufacturers’ Economic Survey. Below are the most recent surveys available for download.

Manufacturing Updates

About the Schneider Downs Manufacturing Group

Our Manufacturing Industry Group helps our clients streamline operations, improve internal controls, maximize tax benefits and grow profitability. Our dedicated team of professionals has the experience and knowledge to work with your manufacturing organization to develop specific solutions to achieve your business goals.

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IRS Announces 2024 Marginal Well Credit

For the first year since 2021, the Marginal Well Credit (MWC) will be available for the tax year 2024 to…

PA Computer Services Guidance

Recently the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue (DOR) published written guidance on the taxability of services related to software and digital…

Ohio BTA Decision Impacts Sourcing of Out-of-State CAT Receipts

In a recent Board of Tax Appeals case (Case No. 2022-422, Ohio Bd. Of Tax App. (10/23/24)), the Ohio Board…

Highlights from the NACUBO Tax Forum

This year’s NACUBO Tax Forum was held in Las Vegas on October 20-22. The annual meeting brings together tax professionals…

Postcard from 2024 ISACA PGH

What were the hot topics at the 11th Annual Pittsburgh Information Security Awareness Day? The ISACA Pittsburgh chapter held their…

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is Over...Now What?

As October comes to an end, so does Cybersecurity Awareness Month. However, that doesn’t mean our focus on security awareness…

Choosing the Right Accounting Firm for Transportation & Logistics Companies: Essential Considerations

The transportation and logistics industry is defined by constant movement – goods must reach their destinations on time, and seamless…

Global Manufacturers Turn To IFRS

As organizations continue to grow and become more complex, those with locations across the globe have increasingly considered adopting the…

Time Extended for Tax-Exempt Organizations to Claim Direct Payment of Certain Energy Credits

Internal Revenue Code Section 6417 allows certain tax-exempt entities to make an elective payment election for tax credits, treating the…

Investment Corner with Jason & Sean: The Impact of Government Stimulus on Capital Markets

Typically, economic stimulus is intentional action by the government to encourage private sector economic activity. Economic stimulus within the United States may…

Key Insights From the IAF’s 2025 Risk in Focus: North America Report

Annually, the Internal Audit Foundation (IAF) provides the Risk in Focus report, which contains insights on risk and trends for…

Postcard from the AI Horizons Pittsburgh Event

On Monday, October 14, I had the pleasure of attending the inaugural AI Horizons Pittsburgh event. As I walked the…

Outsourced Accounting: Addressing the Financial Leadership Gaps of Today’s Non-Profits

How has the war on talent impacted financial leadership in not-for-profit organizations and what can you do about it? Outsourced…

Accounting Simplified: The Advantages of Outsourced Accounting

What is outsourced accounting and how can outsourcing your accounting be a competitive advantage? Outsourced Accounting Services offers customized outsourced…

The Evolving Landscape of the United States Automotive Industry: A Decade of Change

Over the past decade, the automotive industry in the U.S. has undergone significant transformation, driven by fluctuations in car prices,…

Two Truths and a Lie About Cybersecurity: Purple Teaming

Let’s play a game! Two truths and a lie about Purple Teaming.In support of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we are examining…

The IRS Accelerates Payment of Employee Retention Credit Claims Worth $10 Billion

For taxpayers that have been waiting in limbo for ERC funds, Thursday’s press release from the IRS signals that resolution…

Not-for-Profits: Navigating CECL (ASC 326)

In June 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) released Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2016-13, Credit Losses (Topic 326) Measurement…

Exempt Organization Projects - IRS 2024-25 Priority Guidance Plan

Following recommendations from interested parties as to which tax issues should be addressed through revenue rulings, procedures, notices and other…

Two Truths and a Lie About Cybersecurity: Cyber Governance

Let’s play a game! Two truths and a lie about Cybersecurity Governance.In support of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we are examining…

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