The Client Information System (CIS) is a web-based application designed for use on. most computers with an internet connection. There are, however, some minimum. requirements that must be met for its correct operation. While CIS may work (or. appear to work) normally on other operating systems or using other web browsers,
Amortization refers to spreading the cost of an intangible asset over its useful life. Depreciation refers to prorating the cost of a tangible asset over its estimated life. Intangible assets include patents, copyrights, and intellectual property. Tangible assets include land, buildings, equipment, and vehicles.
Amortization is the systematic write-off of the cost of an intangible asset to an expense, which effectively allocates a portion of the intangible asset's cost to each accounting period in the economic or legal life of the asset (an amortization expense).