Electronic Hardware Corporation (“EHC”) is a subsidiary that has over 30 years of experience in the design, marketing and manufacture of injection molded plastic components used in industrial, consumer, and military products. It also offers secondary operations on molded products. Services such as hand painting, pad printing, hot stamping and engraving are provided at a customer’s request. EHC represents the Company’s manufacturing and distribution segment.
Smart Sourcing, Inc. (formerly International Plastic Technologies, Inc.) (“SSI”) specializes in assisting companies in reducing their cost of manufacturing by outsourcing to China. Through offices in the United States and China, SSI has put in place the system necessary to simplify the transition of moving work to China. SSI’s product specialization includes tooling, injection molding and secondary operations, castings, mechanical, assemblies, electronic manufacturing services and metal stampings. SSI represents the Company’s outsourcing segment.
Compact Disc Packaging Corp. (“CDP”) is currently inactive. Its business is the manufacturing, marketing and sale of a compact disc packaging system.
For the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 compared to the two quarters ended June 27, 2003:
Net consolidated sales for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $6,561,119 compared to sales of $6,404,733 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase of $156,386 or 2% was attributed to an increase in orders through SSI . Net sales for EHC for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $5,299,496 compared to sales of $5,229,322 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. SSI had sales of $1,261,623 for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 compared to sales of $975,515 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003.
The Company realized an overall gross profit margin percentage for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 of 44.3%, as compared to 39.7% experienced during the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. This increase of 4.6%, can be attributed to more commercial, non-military product being manufactured in China. EHC had a gross profit of 49.8% for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 compared to 40.4% for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. SSI had a gross profit of 21.1% for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 compared to 36.6% for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. Gross profit for SSI has decreased due to increased freight charges and reduced Value Added Tax (“VAT”) refunds. VAT is a refund provided by the Chinese government for goods manufactured in China and exported out of China.
OPERATING EXPENSES
Selling and Shipping
Selling and shipping expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $722,702 as compared to $399,737 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase of $322,965 or 80.8% for the period is primarily attributable to an increase in staff, advertising and travel expenses. EHC’s shipping and selling expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $478,084 compared to $301,188 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase was due to additional sales staff, increased sales commissions and an increase in advertising expenditures to support new product development. SSI’s selling and shipping expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $177,975 compared to $95,500 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase was due to additional travel, consulting and advertising expenses. ISSI’s selling and shipping expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $66,643 compared to $15,698 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase was due to increased consulting fees and public relations expenses.
General, and Administrative Expenses
General and administrative expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $1,587,423 as compared to $1,448,231 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase of $139,192 or 9.6% for the period is primarily attributable to an increase in staff and office expenses. EHC’s general and administrative expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $777,936 compared to $798,008 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. SSI’s general and administrative expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $577,293 compared to $529,354 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase was attributed to increased staff expenses and office expenses. ISSI’s general and administrative expenses for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 were $232,194 compared to $144,889 for the two quarters ended June 27, 2003. The increase was due to an increase in salaries.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
For the quarter ended June 25, 2004 compared to the quarter ended June 27, 2003:
NET SALES
Net consolidated sales for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $3,486,129 compared to sales of $3,304,826 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The increase of $181,303 or 5.5% was attributed to an increase in orders through SSI. Net sales for EHC for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $2,744,536 compared to sales of $2,767,030 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. SSI had sales of $741,593 for the quarter ended June 27, 2004 compared to sales of $537,796 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003.
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GROSS PROFITS
The Company realized an overall gross profit margin percentage for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 of 44.5%, as compared to 43.5% experienced during the quarter ended June 27, 2003. This increase of 1.0% can be attributed to more commercial, non-military product being manufactured in China. EHC had a gross profit of 50.2% for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 compared to 42.5% for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. SSI had a gross profit of 23.2% for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 compared to 48.3% for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The decrease in gross profit is due to increased freight charges and a reduction of VAT tax refunds.
OPERATING EXPENSES
Selling and Shipping
Selling and shipping expenses for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $356,163 as compared to $203,969 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The increase of $152,194 or 74.6% for the period is primarily attributable to an increase in staff, advertising and travel expenses. EHC’s selling and shipping expenses for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $247,443 compared to $157,438 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The increase was due to additional sales staff, increased sales commissions and an increase in advertising expenditures to support new product development. SSI’s selling and shipping expenses for the quarter ended June 27, 2004 were $86,707 compared to $48,815 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The increase was due to additional travel, consulting and advertising expenses.
General, and Administrative Expenses
General and administrative expenses for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $793,610 as compared to $775,374 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The increase of $18,236 or 2.4% for the period is primarily attributable to an increase in staff and office expenses. EHC’s general and administrative expenses for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $385,677 compared to $388,877 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. SSI’s general and administrative expenses for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $287,366 compared to $300,478 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The decrease was attributed to decreased staff expenses. ISSI’s general and administrative expenses for the quarter ended June 25, 2004 were $120,567 compared to $86,019 for the quarter ended June 27, 2003. The increase is due to an increase in salaries.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
The Company’s liquidity needs arise from working capital requirements, capital expenditures, and principal and interest payments. Historically, the Company’s primary source of liquidity has been cash flow generated internally from operations. The Company’s cash increased to $877,195 on June 25, 2004 from $592,935 on December 26, 2003.
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Cash flow provided by operating activities was $627,357 for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 on net income of $557,843. The increase in accounts receivable is the result of increased sales to DSCP. The net increase in inventory results from a build up of government products offset by a reserve of approximately $72,000 for obsolete inventory. The increase in prepaid expenses and other current assets is a result of the additional deposits placed and costs associated with tooling and production orders in process that were not completed at June 25, 2004. Cash used in investing activities for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 was $25,624, which consisted of cash used for the purchase of computer equipment.
Net cash used in financing activities for the two quarters ended June 25, 2004 was $317,473. Cash of $ 128,825 was used to make principal payments on loans payable and $17,759 was used to make capital lease repayments. Additionally, the Company paid down approximately $171,000 on the line of credit.
On July 29, 2003, the Company closed on a Revolving Line of Credit (“the line”) with People’s Bank with a maximum amount of borrowing of up to $1,500,000. Under the revolving line agreement the Company is required to meet certain financial covenants. The line was due to mature on May 31, 2004 and bears annual interest at the Bank’s prime rate (4% at June 25, 2004) plus one percent (1%), payable monthly. The lines availability will vary based on eligibility of accounts receivable and inventory.
On May 13, 2004, the Company signed a three month extension with People’s Bank to extend the line of credit which will now mature on August 31, 2004. Management of the Company has indicated that the Bank has expressed interest in extending the line past August 31, 2004. There is no assurance that the line will be renewed. The outstanding balance of the line at June 25, 2004 was $652,288, which has subsequently been reduced to $520,154 at July 30, 2004.
The Company had a contract with the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (“DSCP”) to supply Federal Supply Class 5355 items to the U.S. government which expire on June 21, 2004. Sales under the contract during 2003 were $7,388,304. As of June 25, 2004, there was a backlog of over $1 million of orders placed under this contract that will continue to be delivered through September 18, 2004.
On May 28, 2004 the Company submitted a response to a Request For Proposal from DSCP that is designed to place all Federal Supply Class 5355 competitive items under one or more Indefinite Quantity Contracts. This procurement is being solicited on the basis of being awarded only to small businesses. Management analyzed the solicitation and believes that the Company is uniquely qualified to fulfill the requirements specified by DSCP. A date for the reward of the new contract is unspecified. The sales to DSCP approximated 58% of total Company’s sales in 2003 and approximated 50% and 54% for the quarter and two quarters ended June 25, 2004, respectively. If the Company does not receive an award for the new contract, management anticipates offsetting the impact of the lost revenues with savings through a reduction of overhead. In addition, management expects to further increase its outsourcing to China, for products not sold to the U.S. government, which should significantly reduce the Company’s manufacturing costs of products. On July 8, 2004, the Company received a new solicitation from DSCP which management is currently analyzing. The Company will submit its response by DSCP’s due date of August 23, 2004.
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Management has projected its net cash flows through June 24, 2005, estimating that as a result of the overhead and product cost reductions, expected new customers, potential repayment of the line of credit and potential loss of the government contract, the Company should have a positive cash balance as of June 24, 2005. While there can be no assurances, management believes that its cash on hand and expected cash flows will provide adequate cash flow to fund the Company’s operations at least through June 24, 2005.
CAUTIONARY FACTORS REGARDING FUTURE OPERATING RESULTS
The matters discussed in this form 10-QSB other than historical material are forward-looking statements. Any such forward-looking statements are based on current expectations of future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to vary materially from those indicated. Actual results could differ due to a number of factors, including negative developments relating to unforeseen order cancellations or push outs, the Company’s strategic relationships, the impact of intense competition and changes in our industry.
The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements as a result of new information or future events or developments.
ITEM 3. Controls and Procedures
As of the end of the period covered by this report, based on an evaluation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934), the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officers of the Company have concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Company in its Exchange Act reports is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the applicable time periods specified by the SEC’s rules and forms.
There were no significant changes in the Company’s internal controls or in any other factors that could significantly affect those controls subsequent to the date of the most recent evaluation of the Company’s internal controls by the Company, including any corrective actions with regard to any significant deficiencies or material weaknesses.
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PART II OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
NONE
ITEM 2. CHANGES IN SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
NONE
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES
NONE
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS. |
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| The Company held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 24, 2004. At the Annual Meeting, the Company’s stockholders voted to elect David Kassel, Andrew Franzone, Harry Goodman, David Hale, Richard Peters and Michael Rakusin to serve as directors of the Company until the 2005 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and their respective successors are duly elected and qualified. There were 1,933,399 votes in favor of all nominees and no opposing votes. |
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ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION |
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| Effective May 10, 2004, the Company renewed their collective bargaining agreement with Local 531 of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, AFL-CIO, for an additional three year period. The new agreement will expire on May 9, 2007. |
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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K |
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Exhibits: |
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31 | | Rule 13a – 14(a)/15d – 14(a) Certification, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 |
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32 | | Rule 13a – 14(a)/15d – 14(a) Certification, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 |
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33 | | Certification of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 |
Reports on 8-K:
No reports were filed on Form 8K during the quarter ended June 25, 2004.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
INTERNATIONAL SMART SOURCING, INC. | |
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August 4, 2004 | /S/DAVID KASSEL |
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Date | David Kassel Chairman and Chief Executive Officer |
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August 4, 2004 | /S/DAVID HALE |
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Date | David Hale Acting Chief Financial Officer |
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