For the quarter ended September 24, 2004 compared to the quarter ended September 26, 2003:
Net sales for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 were $2,975,396 compared to sales of $2,935,867 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The increase of $39,529 or 1.3% was attributed to an increase in orders through SSI. Net sales for EHC for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 were $2,038,643 compared to sales of $2,419,026 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The decrease in sales for EHC is due to the loss of the contract with the Government, minimal new sales to the government were recorded after the contract expired. SSI had sales of $936,753 for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 compared to sales of $516,841 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003.
The Company realized an overall gross profit margin percentage for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 of 37.4%, as compared to 43.2% experienced during the quarter ended September 26, 2003. This decrease of 5.8% can be attributed to increased freight charges and a reduction of VAT tax refunds. Overall gross profit also includes the reversal to sales of the remaining estimated liability of $144,000, (which accounted for 4.8% of gross profit), for potential refunds on one of the Company’s EHC contracts. Management had determined that the Company’s liability with respect to such potential refunds has been satisfied. EHC had a gross profit of 45.0% for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 compared to 43.9% for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. This increase can be attributed to more products being manufactured in China. SSI had a gross profit of 21.0% for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 compared to 40.0% for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The decrease in gross profit is due to increased freight charges and a reduction of VAT tax refunds.
Selling and shipping expenses for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 were $319,709 as compared to $274,332 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The increase of $45,377 or 16.5% 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 September 24, 2004 were $221,427 compared to $172,083 for the quarter ended September 26, 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 September 24, 2004 were $88,383 compared to $73,848 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The increase was due to additional travel, consulting and advertising expenses.
General, and Administrative Expenses
General and administrative expenses for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 were $769,335 as compared to $802,534 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The decrease of $33,199 or 4.1% for the period is primarily attributable to a decrease in consulting fees. EHC’s general and administrative expenses for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 were $345,356 compared to $369,852 for the quarter ended September 24, 2003. SSI’s general and administrative expenses for the quarter ended September 26, 2004 were $250,464 compared to $323,982 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The decrease was attributed to decreased staff expenses. ISSI’s general and administrative expenses for the quarter ended September 24, 2004 were $173,015 compared to $108,700 for the quarter ended September 26, 2003. The increase is due to an increase in salaries and professional fees necessary to maintain Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
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 flows generated internally from operations and its line of credit. The Company’s cash increased to $876,551 on September 24, 2004 from $592,935 on December 26, 2003.
Cash flows provided by operating activities were $393,641 for the three quarters ended September 24, 2004 which included net income of $549,048.The increase in accounts receivable is the result of increased sales to SSI customers. The net increase in inventory results from increased bookings from SSI resulting in additional boats on the water offset by a reserve of approximately $72,000 for obsolete inventory. The decrease in prepaid expenses and other current assets is a result of prepaid insurance policies being expensed over the three months ended September 24, 2004. Cash used in investing activities for the three quarters ended September 24, 2004 was $30,305, which consisted of cash used for the purchase of computer equipment.
Net cash used in financing activities for the three quarters ended September 24, 2004 was $79,720. Cash of $ 136,095 was used to make principal payments on loans payable and $24,603 was used to make capital lease repayments. Additionally, the Company received approximately $81,000 from 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 (4.75% at September 24, 2004) plus one percent (1%), payable monthly. The lines availability will vary based on eligibility of accounts receivable and inventory.
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On October 29, 2004, People’s Bank extended the Company’s line of credit until November 30, 2004, with no changes in the existing terms and conditions. The Company is currently negotiating the terms of a one year extension until November 30, 2005. The line of credit has been extended until November 30, 2004. There is no assurance that the line will be renewed. The outstanding balance of the line at September 24, 2004 was $904,155, which has subsequently been reduced to $871,152 at October 25, 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.
On May 28, 2004 the Company submitted a response to a Request For Proposal from DSCP that is designed to place over 600 Federal Supply Class 5355 competitive items under one or more Indefinite Quantity Contracts. On September 29, 2004, the Company was informed that it had been awarded contracts for 16 of these items. The government estimates the value of these contracts at $132,715 per year. On September 10, 2004, the Company submitted a response to a second Request For Proposal that is designed to place over 200 items under one or more contracts. A date for the reward of the second contract is unspecified. The Company has been informed that a third Request For Proposal to place additional items under contract is now in draft and will be released at a later date.
Management has projected its net cash flows through September 30, 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 government orders, the Company should have a positive cash balance as of September 30, 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 September 30, 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
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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 |
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ITEM 1. | | LEGAL PROCEEDINGS |
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ITEM 2. | | CHANGES IN SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS |
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ITEM 3. | | DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES |
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ITEM 4. | | SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS. |
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ITEM 5. | | OTHER INFORMATION |
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ITEM 6. | | EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K |
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| 31.1 | 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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| 31.2 | 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 | 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 |
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Reports on 8-K: |
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| During the quarter ended September 24, 2004, the Company filed a Form 8K on June 28, 2004 under Item 5 regarding its response to a Request for Proposal from the DSCP. |
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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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November 4, 2004 | | /S/DAVID KASSEL |
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Date | | David Kassel |
| | Chairman and Chief Executive Officer |
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November 4, 2004 | | /S/DAVID HALE |
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Date | | David Hale |
| | Acting Chief Financial Officer |
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