A importância do Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) para a área da controladoria: um estudo multicasos

Abstract

This study investigates the activities carried out by the Controlling area and its relationship to the use of electronic data interchange (EDI) in three large companies located in Rio Grande do Sul. The methodologies used to develop this research were the case-study with multiple companies and the investigation through observation and literature from 56 authors referring to the Controlling activities. In addition, it was elaborated a list of activities developed in brazilian companies. This list was validated through research in ten companies that use EDI. Thus, the interviews were directed to these validated activities, through which it was

identified the impacts on the financial control systems activities when they are supported by electronic information exchange systems. Among the dimensions of the Controlling area, it was investigated: the management control, accounting control, cost control, asset tracking, strategic planning and internal control system. The investigation has concluded that the implemen