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What Is an SBITA?

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One such term that has been gaining attention in recent years, particularly in the context of governmental accounting, is SBITA, which stands for Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangement. This allows governments to utilize advanced IT capabilities without the need to invest in costly hardware and software.

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GASB 96 Summary: Don’t Sweat Over SBITAs

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This blog focuses on GASB 96 which applies to subscription-based information technology arrangements (SBITAs) as of June 2022. GASB 96 is a set of accounting standards defining SBITAs for government end users. It governs the accounting and financial disclosure of cloud-based software subscription payments.

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Understanding Lease Accounting Standards by Public Industry, Private Industry, and Region

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Below are the most common industries that must abide by lease accounting standards set forth by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB). The FCC has its own regulations that information technology companies must follow when leasing telecommunications equipment.

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What is the Difference Between GASB 87 and GASB 96?

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Theyre also shaking things up in terms of how government agencies need to present their financial statements, including footnote disclosures. Overview of GASB 96, Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements (SBITAs) GASB 96 governs how government agencies manage the accounting of technology subscriptions.