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Tecsys Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter of Fiscal 2025

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SaaS subscription bookings up 57%, SaaS RPO climbs 40%

MONTREAL, Sept. 5, 2024 /CNW/ — Tecsys Inc. (TSX: TCS), an industry-leading supply chain management SaaS company, today announced its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, ended July 31, 2024. All dollar amounts are expressed in Canadian currency and are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

“We kicked off fiscal 2025 with solid momentum, setting a positive tone for the year ahead,” said Peter Brereton, president and CEO at Tecsys. “Our continued SaaS performance is supported by the strength of our team and the impact of our partners, together driving growth in a highly engaged market. The supply chain market is on the move, and we like our competitive position. We are confident in our ability to build on this strong start.”

Mark Bentler, chief financial officer of Tecsys Inc., added, “Our Q1 fiscal 2025 financial performance showcases 57% SaaS bookings growth, 40% SaaS RPO growth and 33% SaaS revenue growth compared to the same quarter last year and we are pleased that our underlying SaaS margins continue to trend positively.” 

First Quarter Highlights:

SaaS revenue increased by 33% to $15.3 million, up from $11.5 million in Q1 2024.SaaS subscription bookingsi (measured on an ARRi basis) increased by 57% to $3.0 million, compared to $1.9 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2024.SaaS Remaining Performance Obligation (RPOi) increased by 40% to $194.9 million at July 31, 2024, up from $139.4 million at the same time last year.Total revenue increased to $42.3 million compared to $42.0 million in Q1 2024.Net profit was $0.8 million or $0.05 per share on a fully diluted basis in Q1 2025, compared to $1.2 million or $0.08 per share for the same period in fiscal 2024.Adjusted EBITDAii was $2.6 million compared to $3.2 million reported in Q1 last year.In the first quarter of fiscal 2025, Tecsys acquired 59,600 of its outstanding common shares for approximately $2.2 million as part of its ongoing Normal Course Issuer Bid.

Financial Guidance:

Tecsys is reiterating previously presented financial guidance as follows:

FY25 Guidance

FY26 Guidance

Total Revenue Growth

7-9%

n.a.

SaaS Revenue Growth

30-32%

n.a.

Adjusted EBITDAii Margin

8-9%

10-11%

On September 5, 2024, the Company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share to be paid on October 4, 2024 to shareholders of record on September 20, 2024.

Pursuant to the Canadian Income Tax Act, dividends paid by the Company to Canadian residents are considered to be “eligible” dividends.

Q1 2025 Financial Results Conference Call
Date: September 6, 2024
Time: 8:30 a.m. ET
Phone number: 800-836-8184 or 646-357-8785
The call can be replayed until September 13, 2024, by calling:
888-660-6345 or 646-517-4150 (access code: 81086#)

i See Key Performance Indicators in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of the Q1 2025 Financial Statements.

ii See Non-IFRS Performance Measures in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of the Q1 2025 Financial Statements.

About Tecsys

Tecsys is a global provider of advanced supply chain solutions. With a commitment to innovation and customer success, the company equips organizations with the essential software, technology and expertise needed for operational excellence and competitive advantage. Its cloud solutions serve a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, distribution and converging commerce, across multiple complex, regulated and high-volume markets. Built on the Itopia® low-code application platform, Tecsys’ offerings include enterprise resource planning, warehouse management, consolidated service management, distribution and transportation management, supply management at the point of use and order management solutions. Tecsys provides critical data insights and control across the supply chain, ensuring that organizations are agile, responsive and scalable.

Tecsys is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol TCS. For more about Tecsys and its solutions, please visit www.tecsys.com.

Forward Looking Statements
The statements in this news release relating to matters that are not historical fact are forward-looking statements that are based on management’s beliefs and assumptions. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties, including but not limited to future economic conditions, the markets that Tecsys Inc. serves, the actions of competitors, major new technological trends, and other factors beyond the control of Tecsys Inc., which could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. More information about the risks and uncertainties associated with Tecsys Inc.’s business can be found in the MD&A section of the Company’s annual report and the most recently filed annual information form. These documents have been filed with the Canadian securities commissions and are available on our website (www.tecsys.com) and on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca).

Copyright © Tecsys Inc. 2024. All names, trademarks, products, and services mentioned are registered or unregistered trademarks of their respective owners.

Non-IFRS Measures

Reconciliation of EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

EBITDA is calculated as earnings before interest expense, interest income, income taxes, depreciation and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated as EBITDA before stock-based compensation and restructuring costs. The exclusion of interest expense, interest income, income taxes and restructuring costs eliminates the impact on earnings derived from non-operational activities and non-recurring items, and the exclusion of depreciation, amortization and stock-based compensation eliminates the non-cash impact of these items.

The Company believes that these measures are useful measures of financial performance without the variation caused by the impacts of the items described above and that could potentially distort the analysis of trends in our operating performance. In addition, they are commonly used by investors and analysts to measure a company’s performance, its ability to service debt and to meet other payment obligations, or as a common valuation measurement. Excluding these items does not imply that they are necessarily non-recurring. Management believes these non-IFRS financial measures, in addition to conventional measures prepared in accordance with IFRS, enable investors to evaluate the Company’s operating results, underlying performance and future prospects in a manner similar to management. Although EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are frequently used by securities analysts, lenders and others in their evaluation of companies, they have limitations as an analytical tool, and should not be considered in isolation, or as a substitute for analysis of the Company’s results as reported under IFRS.

The reconciliation of EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable IFRS measure is provided below.

       Three months

         Trailing 12 months

       ended July 31,

            ended July 31,

(in thousands of CAD)

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net profit for the period

$

798

$

1,171

$

1,476

$

3,220

Adjustments for:

Depreciation of property and equipment and right-of-use assets

371

384

1,464

1,729

Amortization of deferred development costs

197

142

638

536

Amortization of other intangible assets

334

396

1,431

1,603

Interest expense

25

38

150

325

Interest income

(217)

(269)

(963)

(851)

Income taxes

436

859

218

2,458

EBITDA

$

1,944

$

2,721

$

4,414

$

9,020

Adjustments for:

Stock based compensation

647

452

2,496

2,153

Restructuring costs

2,122

Adjusted EBITDAii

$

2,591

$

3,173

$

9,032

$

11,173

 

Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
(Unaudited)

(In thousands of Canadian dollars)

July 31, 2024

April 30, 2024

Assets

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents

$

10,705

$

18,856

Short-term investments

16,358

16,713

Accounts receivable

19,691

22,090

Work in progress

6,739

4,248

Other receivables

449

134

Tax credits

7,708

6,422

Inventory

2,073

1,359

Prepaid expenses and other

8,294

9,143

Total current assets

72,017

78,965

Non-current assets

Other long-term receivables and assets

552

421

Tax credits

4,914

4,737

Property and equipment

1,319

1,372

Right-of-use assets

1,147

1,251

Contract acquisition costs

4,466

4,478

Deferred development costs

2,938

2,683

Other intangible assets

7,450

7,703

Goodwill

17,470

17,363

Deferred tax assets

9,073

9,073

Total non-current assets

49,329

49,081

Total assets

$

121,346

$

128,046

Liabilities

Current liabilities

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

18,153

20,030

Deferred revenue

33,261

36,211

Lease obligations

826

812

Total current liabilities

52,240

57,053

Non-current liabilities

Other long-term accrued liabilities

339

496

Deferred tax liabilities

840

826

Lease obligations

1,094

1,302

Total non-current liabilities

2,273

2,624

Total liabilities

$

54,513

$

59,677

Equity

Share capital

$

52,394

$

52,256

Contributed surplus

7,992

9,417

Retained earnings

7,735

8,121

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(1,288)

(1,425)

Total equity attributable to the owners of the Company

66,833

68,369

Total liabilities and equity

$

121,346

$

128,046

 

Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income
(Unaudited)

(In thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share data)

Three Months Ended July 31,

2024

2023

Revenue:

SaaS

$

15,314

$

11,495

Maintenance and Support

8,715

8,298

Professional Services

13,387

14,908

License

861

456

Hardware

3,999

6,818

Total revenue

42,276

41,975

Cost of revenue

22,548

22,475

Gross profit

19,728

19,500

Operating expenses:

Sales and marketing

8,352

7,671

General and administration

2,978

2,959

Research and development, net of tax credits

7,331

7,112

Total operating expenses

18,661

17,742

Profit from operations

1,067

1,758

Other income

167

272

Profit before income taxes

1,234

2,030

Income tax expense

436

859

Net profit

$

798

$

1,171

Other comprehensive income (loss):

Effective portion of changes in fair value on designated revenue hedges

(20)

2,573

Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations

157

(426)

Comprehensive income

$

935

$

3,318

Basic and diluted earnings per common share

$

0.05

$

0.08

 

Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)

(In thousands of Canadian dollars)

Three Months Ended July 31,

2024

2023

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net profit

$

798

$

1,171

Adjustments for:

Depreciation of property and equipment and right-of-use-assets

371

384

Amortization of deferred development costs

197

142

Amortization of other intangible assets

334

396

Interest (income) expense and foreign exchange (gain) loss

(167)

(272)

Unrealized foreign exchange and other

(123)

(1,198)

Non-refundable tax credits

(429)

(440)

Stock-based compensation

647

452

Income taxes

3

14

Net cash from operating activities excluding changes in non-cash working capital items related to operations

1,631

649

Accounts receivable

2,434

(1,820)

Work in progress

(2,486)

(829)

Other receivables and assets

(520)

(262)

Tax credits

(1,034)

(1,071)

Inventory

(714)

(842)

Prepaid expenses

903

(283)

Contract acquisition costs

(39)

3

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

(3,119)

(3,566)

Deferred revenue

(2,961)

1,376

Changes in non-cash working capital items related to operations

(7,536)

(7,294)

Net cash used in operating activities

(5,905)

(6,645)

Cash flows from financing activities:

Payment of lease obligations

(198)

(199)

Interest paid

(25)

(38)

Issuance of common shares on exercise of stock options

277

1,763

Shares repurchased and cancelled

(2,211)

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

(2,157)

1,526

Cash flows from investing activities:

Interest received

24

36

Transfers from short-term investments

548

22

Acquisitions of property and equipment

(209)

(102)

Deferred development costs

(452)

(247)

Net cash used in investing activities

(89)

(291)

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents during the period

(8,151)

(5,410)

Cash and cash equivalents – beginning of period

18,856

21,235

Cash and cash equivalents – end of period

$

10,705

$

15,825

 

Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
(Unaudited)

(In thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares)

Share capital

Contributed
Surplus

 

Accumulated other
comprehensive
(loss) income

Retained
earnings

Total

Number

Amount

Balance, May 1, 2024

14,840,150

$

52,256

$

9,417

$

(1,425)

$

8,121

$

68,369

Net profit

798

798

Other comprehensive (loss) income:

Effective portion of changes in fair value on designated revenue hedges

(20)

(20)

Exchange difference on translation of foreign operations

157

157

Total comprehensive income

137

798

935

Shares repurchased and cancelled

(59,600)

(210)

(2,001)

(2,211)

Stock-based Compensation

647

647

Dividends to equity owners

(1,184)

(1,184)

Share options exercised

12,537

348

(71)

277

Total transactions with owners of the Company

(47,063)

$

138

(1,425)

$

$

(1,184)

$

(2,471)

Balance, July 31, 2024

14,793,087

$

52,394

7,992

$

(1,288)

$

7,735

$

66,833

Balance, May 1, 2023

14,582,837

$

44,338

15,285

$

(17)

$

10,832

$

70,438

Net profit

1,171

1,171

Other comprehensive income:

Effective portion of changes in fair value on designated revenue hedges

2,573

2,573

Exchange difference on translation of foreign operations

(426)

(426)

Total comprehensive income

2,147

1,171

3,318

Stock-based Compensation

452

452

Dividends to equity owners

(1,102)

(1,102)

Share options exercised

111,306

2,307

(544)

1,763

Total transactions with owners of the Company

111,306

$

2,307

(92)

$

$

(1,102)

$

1,113

Balance, July 31, 2023

14,694,143

$

46,645

15,193

$

2,130

$

10,901

$

74,869

 

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SHEIN Ramps Up Denim Production Using Cool Transfer Denim Printing by 90% in 2024

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Almost 380,000 pieces of denim apparel were produced in 2024 using this process

SINGAPORE, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SHEIN is transforming the way its denim is being produced by increasing its adoption of Cool Transfer Denim Printing, a technology that consumes less water and energy compared to traditional denim manufacturing methods, while at the same time creating a more streamlined production process.

Approximately 380,000 pieces of SHEIN’s denim apparel produced in 2024 were made using the Cool Transfer Denim Printing process, saving over 10,000 metric tons of water compared to traditional denim production techniques. This marks a 90% increase from 2023, when 200,000 denim pieces were made using this innovative method. Since introducing Cool Transfer Denim Printing in 2022, SHEIN has saved nearly 19,500 metric tons of water. These milestones illustrate the company’s ability to scale innovation within its supply chain, integrating advanced manufacturing practices, while promoting resource efficiency.

Traditional denim manufacturing is known for being resource-intensive, requiring vast amounts of water and energy for processes such as dyeing, bleaching, and washing. Recognizing these challenges, SHEIN partnered with NTX® in 2021 to introduce Cool Transfer Denim Printing, an innovative process that not only minimizes the use of water and energy but also simplifies the production cycle, ensuring precision and efficiency at every step.

This method of printing involves a digital printer using reactive ink to print denim textures, artwork or patterns onto a transfer film. The designs on the transfer film are then imprinted onto white denim fabric using cold transfer equipment, replicating the effects of washing denim to produce features like faded finishes, whiskering, and retro-worn effects. Verified by Bureau Veritas in October 2023, the process reduces water usage by 70.5% compared to conventional denim washing methods.

In addition to the savings in water and energy, the Cool Transfer Denim Printing process eliminates the need for workers to be in contact with harmful chemicals, such as chlorine and caustic soda, which may be used in traditional denim production. By reducing exposure to these substances, SHEIN aims to foster safer working conditions for workers providing support on denim production.

Innovative On-demand Denim Production Process Aimed at Reducing Water

The integration of Cool Transfer Denim Printing complements SHEIN’s on-demand business model, which leverages a digitalized supply chain to match customer demand with merchandise supply. SHEIN’s process involves launching new products in small initial batches of 100-200 items, assessing customer feedback in real-time, and restocking items based on demand. This approach ensures that suppliers produce what customers want, while helping to reduce overproduction and excess inventory.

Cool Transfer Denim Printing’s streamlined and efficient production process aligns perfectly with this methodology. By simplifying denim manufacturing and enabling precise replication of intricate designs and effects, the technology supports smaller production runs that can be quickly scaled based on customer interest. This synergy allows SHEIN to produce denim pieces to meet demand, while at the same time working towards reducing any additional waste.

Unlocking New Creative Opportunities

Cool Transfer Denim Printing is also a catalyst for creativity and innovation. This technology provides designers with unprecedented flexibility to produce vibrant, intricate, and highly detailed prints that were once challenging to achieve with traditional methods.

The process enables precise replication of denim textures and effects. These capabilities open up limitless possibilities for SHEIN’s design teams, allowing them to craft unique and standout denim pieces that resonate with diverse customer preferences and push the boundaries of modern fashion.

This initiative is part of SHEIN’s broader strategy to accelerate change in manufacturing processes, become more resource-efficient and promote innovation in the future of fashion.

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MIAMI, NEW YORK, TORONTO, LONDON, and DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – CYPFER, a global leader in cybersecurity, is thrilled to announce its work with Michael Bay, the iconic filmmaker behind blockbuster franchises like Transformers, Bad Boys, and 13 Hours. Known for redefining modern action cinema, Bay’s films have achieved unparalleled success, earning critical acclaim for their stunning visuals and groundbreaking sequences.

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“In today’s entertainment landscape, protecting the creative work that powers our films is as critical as the production itself,” says Michael Bay. “Cyber threats targeting the film industry are on the rise, and ensuring that scripts, footage, and digital assets remain secure is a top priority.”

“The entertainment industry is increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, and securing high-value assets like scripts is vital,” says Daniel Tobok, CEO of CYPFER. “We are proud to support a visionary like Michael Bay and bring our cybersecurity expertise to protect his work and the Hollywood ecosystem.”

“The risks in digital filmmaking are greater than ever,” Bay adds. “CYPFER’s cybersecurity expertise gives me confidence that my work is secure, allowing me to focus on delivering unforgettable stories to audiences worldwide.”

“At CYPFER, we’re committed to protecting the creative assets that drive industries like film and entertainment,” concludes Tobok. “This effort sets a new standard for cybersecurity in Hollywood, ensuring that Michael Bay’s groundbreaking work remains secure against evolving threats.”

About CYPFER

CYPFER is on a global mission to help companies create Cyber Certainty™. With an experienced  team of incident responders, threat researchers, seasoned ransom experts, and data restoration experts, CYPFER is the trusted firm for leading law firms, insurance carriers and  global organizations. CYPFER’s cybersecurity professionals are located across the US, Canada,  UK, and Caribbean. The CYPFER team is ready to respond and help clients experiencing cyber attacks 24x7x365. CYPFER’s experts provide white-glove service and aim to restore Cyber Certainty™ for all clients on every engagement.

CYPFER’s core services include:

Ransomware Advisory

Incident Response Services with specialized expertise in ransomware response and recovery

On-site and/or remote post-breach restoration support to augment internal teams

Digital Forensics to uncover malicious activity, insider threats, and protect sensitive data

Global Incident Response Retainer Services guaranteeing priority access to ransomware advisory, incident response, and recovery support for swift resolution

CYPFER has offices in the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, Mexico, the Cayman Islands, and the UAE. The company currently employs around 200 cybersecurity experts and has supported clients across six continents. CYPFER is executing plans to expand globally and aims to boast a workforce of 300 cybersecurity professionals by the end of 2025.

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TOKYO, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — transcosmos hereby announces that the company today, December 23, 2024, began a business alliance with DMS Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; Representative Director and President: Katsuhiko Yamamoto), a company offering logistics and sales promotion services for direct mail and online shopping companies.

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Integrating transcosmos’s know-how acquired through operating e-commerce business and CX enhancement solutions built on DMS’s services, transcosmos will streamline its operations while helping clients expand their sales, ultimately leading clients to success.

About transcosmos e-commerce one-stop services
transcosmos e-commerce one-stop services help clients in various ways that best match each client’s needs. The options include: 1) use transcosmos’s managed services that ranges from e-commerce website development and operations, fulfillment (receipt of goods, picking, packaging, and shipping), customer care, web marketing, analysis and more, 2) launch your e-commerce business by yourself, and 3) sell your products via transcosmos’s e-commerce sales channels.
Visit transcosmos e-commerce solution website here (no translation available): https://transcosmos-ecx.jp/

transcosmos is a trademark or registered trademark of transcosmos inc. in Japan and other countries.Other company names and product or service names used here are trademarks or registered trademarks of respective companies.

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With a history of over 60 years since foundation, DMS has built a solid customer base offering its core direct mail services as well as logistics, sales promotion, event services across a range of areas where companies and public-sector organizations directly communicate with consumers. Today, DMS is providing integrated information solutions that help companies solve challenges, optimize communication, and create a well-being society by fusing digital and real-world services through promoting alliance with digital companies. For more details, please visit DMS’s solution website, +D SOLUTION here: https://www.dmsjp.co.jp/en/

About transcosmos inc.
transcosmos launched its operations in 1966. Since then, we have combined superior “people” with up-to-date “technology” to enhance the competitive strength of our clients by providing them with superior and valuable services. transcosmos currently offers services that support clients’ business processes focusing on both sales expansion and cost optimization through our 182 bases across 35 countries/regions with a focus on Asia, while continuously pursuing Operational Excellence. Furthermore, following the expansion of e-commerce market on the global scale, transcosmos provides a comprehensive One-Stop Global E-Commerce Services to deliver our clients’ excellent products and services to consumers in 46 countries/regions around the globe. transcosmos aims to be the “Global Digital Transformation Partner” of our clients, supporting the clients’ transformation by leveraging digital technology, responding to the ever-changing business environment. Visit us here https://www.trans-cosmos.co.jp/english/

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