The CapEx vs. OpEx debate has never been trickier. In this episode, Kristy Barber breaks down why modern accounting rules haven’t kept pace with the shift to subscription-based software and what that means for finance leaders. She explores how companies are managing SaaS costs under today’s GAAP and FASB standards, why the 80s-era playbook no longer applies, and how missteps in classification can distort your financial health. The conversation also covers why annual audits remain essential and how to navigate the gray areas as business models evolve.

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