MA610 Managerial Accounting Discussion Question 3-2

Lesson 3: Cost Management Systems – Part II 

Go to La-Z-Boy’s website () and click on the “Our Furniture Line” tab. Then click on the “Recliners” icon. Find and compare the characteristics (size and movement) and options (types and color of fabrics) available for the Artie, Atlas, and Baxter recliner models. In addition, think about how and where these products may be purchased. 

a. What type of costing system do you think would work best for La-Z-Boy in manufacturing recliners? Give three (3) reasons/rationales for using the type of system you chose. 

b. Do you think that an activity-based costing system could be used for the La-Z-Boy recliners? Why or why not?