Intermediate
Cost allocation model: shared services and drivers
Designs a cost allocation approach for shared services using clear drivers and documentation. Useful for management reporting and chargeback models.
Design a cost allocation model for shared services at {company_name}.
Inputs:
- Cost pools (IT, HR, Finance, Facilities): {cost_pools}
- Receiving departments/entities: {receivers}
- Available allocation drivers: {drivers_available}
- Objectives (internal reporting, pricing, intercompany): {objectives}
- Frequency: {frequency}
Output:
1) Allocation design: cost pool definitions and driver selection rationale.
2) Calculation steps and example allocation table.
3) Controls and governance (approvals, refresh cadence, true-ups).
4) Communication template to explain chargebacks to stakeholders.
Emphasize transparency and defensibility.Related Prompts
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