The Global Economic Conditions Survey report for Q3, 2012, provides insights into the state of the global economy. The report is based on a survey of over 1,000 organizations in 60 countries. The report highlights that economic conditions are improving in many parts of the world, but challenges remain. The report also notes that businesses are becoming more focused on managing risk and improving efficiency. The report concludes that the global economy is expected to continue to grow, but at a slower pace than in previous quarters. The report was conducted by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA).