As well as an overview of the global performance of the network, this year's Statement aims to position BDO as the distinctively different option in the accounting arena. The Statement examines the environment in which international accounting organisations are operating in 2007: a changing world in which the economies of different countries are much more closely linked, creating a more complex and global business environment but an audit market dominated by four networks that offers clients a distinct lack of choice.www.bdo-international.com9 Myrtle St Douglas, IM1 1ED

As a leading financial and business adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP has over 40 offices nationwide and more than 25,000 individuals and 15,000 corporate and institutional clients. We are the UK member of Grant Thornton International, one of the world's leading international organisations of independently owned and managed accounting and consulting firms. These firms provide a comprehensive range of business advisory services from around 520 offices in over 110 countries worldwide. Although Grant Thornton International is not a worldwide partnership, the firms share a commitment to providing the same high quality service to their clients wherever they do business.www.grant-thornton.co.ukPO Box 307 Douglas, IM99 2BE

We help our clients solve their problems - no matter how complex they may seem. We specialise in the areas of Litigation Support and Fraud Investigation based on the Isle of Man - although our services are utilised on a Global basis. Because of the nature of our work, we prefer to make personal contact with prospective clients before proceeding.www.wfzservices.co.ukChurch Rd Marina Douglas, IM1 2HQ

Chiltern is the UK's leading independent firm of tax advisers. We provide expert tax advice and support to companies, high net worth individuals, public sector bodies and professional intermediaries both in the UK and overseas. Whether you need to protect earnings, reduce tax costs or lessen the risk of non-compliance, we identify practical tax structures and solutions that can save time and money for you, your business or your clients.www.chilternplc.comSalisbury House/15 Victoria St Douglas, IM1 2LW

Welcome to Horwath Clark Whitehill an associate firm of a leading international provider of audit and accountancy services and business advice. Our services include corporate finance, risk management, accounts and audits, tax advice, outsourcing, financial planning and payroll. We offer the full range of international services, including company incorporations, company administration and trust services.www.horwath.co.imVictory House/Prospect Hill Douglas, IM1 1EQ

Harding Lewis Limited is an established yet progressive and proactive firm of chartered accountants and business advisors in the Isle of Man. We are able to provide a wide range of services to our clients and can draw on a wealth of expertise in many areas. The firm is continually growing and we use modern technology and resource to provide the best service and at your convenience. It is important to us that we not only meet statutory and regulatory requirements, but that we also give a value added service.www.hardinglewis.com4 Upper Church St Douglas, IM1 1EE

The BW Group is absolutely clear-minded about its role: to protect the hard-earned prosperity of its clients. It does that by delivering a specialised range of wealth planning solutions, allied with an unwavering belief in the importance of truly individual service. The BW Group are supported by a team with a wealth of experience including law, company and trust company adminstration, tax advice, estate planning and much more.www.bw.co.imPO Box 343 Douglas, IM99 2QD

The Crowe Morgan Partnership was established by David Morgan And Michael Crowe in October 2000 . It combines the general practice of two well known Douglas Partnerships, Fryers Bell & Co (David Morgan) and Clarke and Rayton (Michael Crowe), both of which were established in 1977. David's and Michael's former Partners remain as consultants to Crowe Morgan. Barry McCarney, also formerly of Clarke & Rayton, became the third partner in Crowe Morgan in May 2001. Our firm has a highly qualified and experienced staff of 23 people.www.crowemorgan.com8 St. Georges St Douglas, IM1 1AH