Discontinued — last reported Q3 '18
Products & Services · Cost of Goods Sold
Service Other — Cost of Goods Sold
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ3 2017
Last reportedQ3 2018
Rolls up toTotal Cost of Revenue
How to read this metric
An increase relative to revenue may signal declining service margins or inefficiencies in project delivery, whereas a decrease suggests improved operational leverage or better cost management in service execution.
Detailed definition
This metric captures the direct costs associated with delivering professional services, consulting, and other non-subscr...
Peer comparison
Comparable to the cost of professional services (COPS) reported by other technology infrastructure providers, reflecting the direct labor and delivery costs of service-based revenue streams.
Metric ID:
ntap_segment_service_other_cost_of_goods_and_services_soldSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does service other — cost of goods sold mean?
- The direct expenses incurred to provide professional services and technical consulting to customers.