I’ve read in one of the past paper answers that existence of a ‘segment manager’ is an indicator that it’s an operating segment.. could you explain why?
Also I’ve read that if a Segment is integral part of business, it should be reported seperately even if there’s no revenues..
If someone is managing a segment then it is likely that they will report to the chief operating decision maker.
I’m not too sure the second point is correct. If a segment was reported in the previous period but is not due to be reported this period as it does not meet the criteria, then if it is of continuing significance it can continue to be reported. There is no definition of significance as the standards are open to professional judgement and don’t just list rules.