UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
[X] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE
ACT OF 1934
For the Quarterly Period Ended July 31, 2008
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from _________ to __________
Commission file number: 0-26277
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware | 98-0204758 |
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) | (IRS Employer Identification No.) |
One East Uwchlan Avenue
Suite 301
Exton, Pennsylvania 19341
(Address of principal executive offices)
(610) 903-0400
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant: (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [ ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a small reporting company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer o | Accelerated filer o |
Non-accelerated filer o | Smaller reporting company x |
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company) | |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).Yes [ ] No [X]
As of September 11, 2008, there were 7,251,083 shares of registrant’s common stock outstanding.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
INDEX |
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PART I. | FINANCIAL INFORMATION | |
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| ITEM 1. | Condensed consolidated balance sheets at July 31, 2008 (unaudited) and April 30, 2008 | 3-4 |
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| | Condensed consolidated statements of income for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 (unaudited) | 5 |
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| | Condensed consolidated statement of shareholders’ equity for the three months ended July 31, 2008 (unaudited) | 6 |
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| | Condensed consolidated statements of cash flows for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 (unaudited) | 7-8 |
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| | Notes to unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements | 9-23 |
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| ITEM 2. | Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 24-32 |
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| ITEM 3. | Controls and Procedures | 33 |
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PART II. | OTHER INFORMATION | |
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| ITEM 1 | Legal proceedings | 34 |
| ITEM 2 | Unregistered sales of equity securities and use of proceeds | 34 |
| ITEM 3 | Defaults upon senior securities | 34 |
| ITEM 4 | Submission of matters to a vote of security holders | 34 |
| ITEM 5 | Other information | 34 |
| ITEM 6 | Exhibits | 34 |
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| SIGNATURES | 35 |
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
| | July 31, | | | April 30, | |
ASSETS | | 2008 | | | 2008 | |
| | (Unaudited) | | | (Note 1) | |
CURRENT ASSETS: | | | | | | |
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Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 3,995,309 | | | $ | 7,449,530 | |
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $94,067 and $98,786 at July 31, 2008 and April 30, 2008, respectively | | | 32,417,735 | | | | 29,092,488 | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts | | | 4,808,297 | | | | 3,887,152 | |
Inventory | | | 3,345,333 | | | | 2,791,782 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 1,586,413 | | | | 1,002,993 | |
Prepaid income tax | | | - | | | | 122,342 | |
Deferred tax assets | | | 158,873 | | | | 35,939 | |
Total current assets | | | 46,311,960 | | | | 44,382,226 | |
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PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, net | | | 7,035,920 | | | | 6,828,162 | |
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OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS, net | | | 2,671,518 | | | | 2,929,937 | |
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GOODWILL | | | 32,239,771 | | | | 28,987,501 | |
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OTHER ASSETS | | | 395,383 | | | | 820,315 | |
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Total assets | | $ | 88,654,552 | | | $ | 83,948,141 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (continued)
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | | July 31, | | | April 30, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2008 | |
| | (Unaudited) | | | (Note 1) | |
CURRENT LIABILITIES: | | | | | | |
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Current portion of loans payable | | $ | 697,141 | | | $ | 1,272,112 | |
Borrowings under line of credit | | | - | | | | 750,000 | |
Current portion of capital lease obligations | | | 70,637 | | | | 91,491 | |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | | | 8,572,132 | | | | 9,305,791 | |
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts | | | 4,829,142 | | | | 3,602,422 | |
Deferred revenue | | | 869,169 | | | | 602,560 | |
Due to shareholders | | | 2,588,262 | | | | 2,300,083 | |
Income taxes payable | | | 328,444 | | | | - | |
Total current liabilities | | | 17,954,927 | | | | 17,924,459 | |
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Borrowings under line of credit | | | 7,626,056 | | | | 4,376,056 | |
Loans payable, net of current portion | | | 131,538 | | | | 156,978 | |
Capital lease obligations, net of current portion | | | 233,971 | | | | 215,780 | |
Deferred tax liabilities | | | 1,626,918 | | | | 1,173,786 | |
Total liabilities | | | 27,573,410 | | | | 23,847,059 | |
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Minority interest in subsidiary | | | 1,373,096 | | | | 1,331,850 | |
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES | | | | | | | | |
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SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY: | | | | | | | | |
Preferred stock - $0.0001 par value, 5,000,000 shares authorized, none issued | | | - | | | | - | |
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Common stock - $0.0001 par value, 75,000,000 shares authorized, 7,251,083 shares issued and outstanding at July 31, 2008 and April 30, 2008 | | | 725 | | | | 725 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 50,802,710 | | | | 50,775,938 | |
Retained earnings | | | 8,547,873 | | | | 7,709,562 | |
Accumulated other comprehensive income on foreign currency translation | | | 356,738 | | | | 283,007 | |
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Total shareholders' equity | | | 59,708,046 | | | | 58,769,232 | |
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Total liabilities and shareholders' equity | | $ | 88,654,552 | | | $ | 83,948,141 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Unaudited)
| | Three Months Ended | |
| | July 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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REVENUE | | $ | 28,267,531 | | | $ | 21,816,006 | |
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COSTS AND EXPENSES: | | | | | | | | |
Cost of revenue | | | 20,184,874 | | | | 15,187,752 | |
Selling, general and administrative expenses | | | 5,937,489 | | | | 4,059,256 | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 689,142 | | | | 529,587 | |
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Total costs and expenses | | | 26,811,505 | | | | 19,776,595 | |
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OPERATING INCOME | | | 1,456,026 | | | | 2,039,411 | |
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OTHER EXPENSE (INCOME): | | | | | | | | |
Interest expense | | | 111,603 | | | | 122,582 | |
Interest income | | | (26,039 | ) | | | (214,512 | ) |
Minority interest | | | 41,246 | | | | 3,648 | |
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INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX PROVISION | | | 1,329,216 | | | | 2,127,693 | |
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Income tax provision | | | 490,905 | | | | 855,078 | |
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NET INCOME | | $ | 838,311 | | | $ | 1,272,615 | |
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Basic net income per common share | | $ | 0.12 | | | $ | 0.18 | |
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Diluted net income per common share | | $ | 0.12 | | | $ | 0.16 | |
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Basic weighted average number of common shares outstanding | | | 7,251,083 | | | | 6,973,659 | |
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Diluted weighted average number of common shares outstanding | | | 7,260,035 | | | | 8,050,686 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JULY 31, 2008
(Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Accumulated | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | Additional Paid-In Capital | | | | | | Other Compre- | | | Total Shareholders' Equity | |
| | Preferred Stock | | | Common Stock | | | Retained | | | hensive | |
| | Shares | | | Amount | | | Shares | | | Amount | | | Earnings | | | Income | |
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BALANCE, May 1, 2008 | | | - | | | $ | - | | | | 7,251,083 | | | $ | 725 | | | $ | 50,775,938 | | | $ | 7,709,562 | | | $ | 283,007 | | | $ | 58,769,232 | |
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Fair value of stock options granted to employees | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 26,772 | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 26,772 | |
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Accumulated other comprehensive income | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 73,731 | | | | 73,731 | |
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Net income | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 838,311 | | | | - | | | | 838,311 | |
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BALANCE, July 31, 2008 | | | - | | | $ | - | | | | 7,251,083 | | | $ | 725 | | | $ | 50,802,710 | | | $ | 8,547,873 | | | $ | 356,738 | | | $ | 59,708,046 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
| | Three Months Ended | |
| | July 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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OPERATING ACTIVITIES : | | | | | | |
Net income | | $ | 838,311 | | | $ | 1,272,615 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash (used in) provided by operating activities: | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 689,142 | | | | 529,587 | |
Fair value of stock options granted to employees | | | 26,772 | | | | 10,941 | |
Provision for doubtful accounts | | | 12,289 | | | | - | |
Amortization of debt issuance costs | | | 2,580 | | | | - | |
Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options | | | - | | | | (12,000 | ) |
Minority interest | | | 41,246 | | | | 3,648 | |
Gain on sale of fixed assets | | | (3,465 | ) | | | (1,067 | ) |
Deferred income taxes | | | 2,648 | | | | 34,000 | |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions: | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable | | | (3,280,590 | ) | | | (965,818 | ) |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts | | | (921,272 | ) | | | (541,390 | ) |
Inventory | | | (547,104 | ) | | | (663,378 | ) |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | (205,835 | ) | | | (443,175 | ) |
Other assets | | | 275,000 | | | | (300 | ) |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | | | (746,466 | ) | | | 1,670,088 | |
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts | | | 1,152,811 | | | | (880,026 | ) |
Deferred revenue | | | 266,609 | | | | 191,376 | |
Income taxes payable | | | 449,607 | | | | 556,928 | |
NET CASH (USED IN) PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES | | | (1,947,717 | ) | | | 762,029 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(continued)
| | Three Months Ended July 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | |
Acquisition of property and equipment, net | | | (431,140 | ) | | | (226,717 | ) |
Acquisition of NECS, net of cash received | | | - | | | | (3,534 | ) |
Acquisition of SECS, net of cash received | | | - | | | | (3,441 | ) |
Acquisition of Voacolo, net of cash received | | | (2,500,000 | ) | | | (3,500 | ) |
Acquisition of Lincoln Wind, net of cash received | | | (415,977 | ) | | | - | |
Acquisition of James, net of cash received | | | (284,849 | ) | | | - | |
Acquisition of Energize, net of cash received | | | (21,505 | ) | | | - | |
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES | | | (3,653,471 | ) | | | (237,192 | ) |
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FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | |
Net proceeds from exercise of stock options | | | - | | | | 42,413 | |
Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options | | | - | | | | 12,000 | |
Equity issuance costs | | | - | | | | (697 | ) |
Borrowings under lines of credit, net | | | 2,500,000 | | | | - | |
Repayments under loans payable, net | | | (612,815 | ) | | | (69,135 | ) |
Borrowings/(repayments) of amounts due to shareholders | | | 233,289 | | | | (54,000 | ) |
Payments of capital lease obligations | | | (2,663 | ) | | | - | |
NET CASH PROVIDED (USED IN) BY FINANCING ACTIVITIES | | | 2,117,811 | | | | (69,419 | ) |
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Effect of exchange rate changes on cash | | | 29,156 | | | | 4,953 | |
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NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | | | (3,454,221 | ) | | | 460,371 | |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD | | | 7,449,530 | | | | 21,558,739 | |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD | | $ | 3,995,309 | | | $ | 22,019,110 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE 1 - BASIS OF PRESENTATION
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for quarterly reports on Form 10-Q of Article 10 of Regulation S-X and do not include all of the information and note disclosures required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Accordingly, the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2008 included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K. The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) which are, in the opinion of the management, considered necessary for a fair presentation of condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations and cash flows for the interim periods. Operating results for the three month period ended July 31, 2008 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2009. The amounts for the April 30, 2008 balance sheet have been extracted from the audited consolidated financial statements included in Form 10-K for the year ended April 30, 2008.
The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of WPCS International Incorporated (WPCS) and its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries, WPCS Incorporated , Invisinet Inc. (Invisinet), Walker Comm, Inc. (Walker), Clayborn Contracting Group, Inc. (Clayborn), Heinz Corporation (Heinz), Quality Communications & Alarm Company, Inc. (Quality), New England Communications Systems, Inc. (NECS), Southeastern Communication Services, Inc. (SECS), Voacolo Electric Incorporated (Voacolo), Taian AGS Pipeline Construction Co. Ltd (TAGS), Major Electric, Inc. (Major) from August 1, 2007 (date of acquisition), Max Engineering LLC (Max) from August 2, 2007 (date of acquisition), Gomes and Gomes, Inc. dba Empire Electric (Empire) from November 1, 2007 (date of acquisition), WPCS Australia Pty Ltd from November 12, 2007 (date of formation), James Design Pty Ltd (James) from November 30, 2007 (date of acquisition), WPCS Asia Limited from January 24, 2008 (date of formation), RL & CA MacKay Pty Ltd. dba Energize Electrical (Energize) from April 4, 2008 (date of acquisition), and Lincoln Wind LLC (Lincoln Wind) from June 26, 2008 (date of acquisition), collectively the “Company”.
The Company provides design-build engineering services that focus on the implementation requirements of wireless technology. The Company serves the specialty communication systems and wireless infrastructure sectors. The Company provides services that include site design, technology integration, electrical contracting, construction, and project management for corporations, government entities and educational institutions worldwide.
NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
A summary of significant accounting policies consistently applied in the preparation of the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements follows:
Principles of Consolidation
All significant intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in these condensed consolidated financial statements.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include all cash and highly-liquid investments with an original maturity at time of purchase of three months or less.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
In accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS No. 142), “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets,” goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are no longer amortized but are assessed for impairment on at least an annual basis. SFAS No. 142 also requires that intangible assets with definite useful lives be amortized over their respective estimated useful lives to their estimated residual values, and reviewed for impairment.
SFAS No. 142 requires that goodwill be tested at least annually, utilizing a two-step methodology. The initial step requires the Company to determine the fair value of the business acquired (reporting unit) and compare it to the carrying value, including goodwill, of such business (reporting unit). If the fair value exceeds the carrying value, no impairment loss is recognized. However, if the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, the goodwill of the unit may be impaired. The amount, if any, of the impairment is then measured in the second step, based on the excess, if any, of the reporting unit’s carrying value of goodwill over its implied value.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Company determines the fair value of the businesses acquired (reporting units) for purposes of this test primarily by using a discounted cash flow valuation technique. Significant estimates used in the valuation include estimates of future cash flows, both future short-term and long-term growth rates, and estimated cost of capital for purposes of arriving at a discount factor. The Company expects to perform its annual impairment test at April 30 absent any interim impairment indicators.
Changes in goodwill consist of the following during the three months ended July 31, 2008:
| | Wireless Infrastructure | | | Specialty Communication | | | Total | |
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Beginning balance, May 1, 2008 | | | 4,583,701 | | | | 24,403,800 | | | | 28,987,501 | |
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Voacolo acquisition - additional earnout payment | | | - | | | | 2,500,000 | | | | 2,500,000 | |
Major acquisition - purchase price adjustment | | | - | | | | 6,353 | | | | 6,353 | |
Lincoln Wind acquisition | | | - | | | | 256,749 | | | | 256,749 | |
James acquisition - purchase price adjustment | | | - | | | | 405,841 | | | | 405,841 | |
Energize acquisition - purchase price adjustment | | | - | | | | 57,023 | | | | 57,023 | |
Foreign currency translation adjustments - Australia | | | - | | | | 26,304 | | | | 26,304 | |
Ending balance, July 31, 2008 | | $ | 4,583,701 | | | $ | 27,656,070 | | | $ | 32,239,771 | |
Other intangible assets consist of the following at July 31, 2008 and April 30, 2008:
| | Estimated useful life (years) | | | July 31, 2008 | | | April 30, 2008 | |
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Customer lists | | 5 - 9 | | | $ | 4,118,947 | | | $ | 4,119,269 | |
Contract backlog | | 1 - 3 | | | | 919,671 | | | | 919,722 | |
| | | | | | 5,038,618 | | | | 5,038,991 | |
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Less accumulated amortization expense | | | | | | 2,367,100 | | | | 2,109,054 | |
| | | | | $ | 2,671,518 | | | $ | 2,929,937 | |
Amortization expense for other intangible assets for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 was $258,783 and $139,159, respectively. There are no expected residual values related to these intangible assets.
Revenue Recognition
The Company generates its revenue by providing design-build engineering services for specialty communication systems and wireless infrastructure services. The Company provides services that include site design, technology integration, electrical contracting, construction, and project management. The Company’s engineering and deployment services report revenue pursuant to customer contracts that span varying periods of time. The Company reports revenue from contracts when persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, fees are fixed or determinable, and collection is reasonably assured.
The Company records revenue and profit from long-term contracts on a percentage-of-completion basis, measured by the percentage of contract costs incurred to date to the estimated total costs for each contract. Contracts in process are valued at cost plus accrued profits less earned revenues and progress payments on uncompleted contracts. Contract costs include direct materials, direct labor, third party subcontractor services and those indirect costs related to contract performance. Contracts are generally considered substantially complete when engineering is completed and/or site construction is completed.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Company has numerous contracts that are in various stages of completion. Such contracts require estimates to determine the appropriate cost and revenue recognition. Cost estimates are reviewed monthly on a contract-by-contract basis, and are revised periodically throughout the life of the contract such that adjustments to profit resulting from revisions are made cumulative to the date of the revision. Significant management judgments and estimates, including the estimated cost to complete projects, which determines the project’s percent complete, must be made and used in connection with the revenue recognized in the accounting period. Current estimates may be revised as additional information becomes available. If estimates of costs to complete long-term contracts indicate a loss, provision is made currently for the total loss anticipated.
The Company also recognizes certain revenue from short-term contracts when equipment is delivered or the services have been provided to the customer. For maintenance contracts, revenue is recognized ratably over the service period.
Income Taxes
Income taxes are accounted for in accordance with SFAS No. 109, "Accounting of Income Taxes." Under SFAS No. 109, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. Under SFAS No. 109, the effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. The recognition of deferred tax assets is reduced by a valuation allowance if it is more likely than not that the tax benefits will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets depends upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible.
In June 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Interpretation No. 48, "Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes – an interpretation of FAS No. 109" (FIN 48), which clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes is subject to significant and varied interpretations that have resulted in diverse and inconsistent accounting practices and measurements. Addressing such diversity, FIN 48 prescribes a consistent recognition threshold and measurement attribute, as well as clear criteria for subsequently recognizing, derecognizing and measuring changes in such tax positions for financial statement purposes. FIN 48 also requires expanded disclosure with respect to the uncertainty in income taxes. FIN 48 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006. The adoption of FIN 48 on May 1, 2007 had no impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
The Company recognizes interest accrued related to unrecognized tax benefits in interest expense and penalties in selling, general and administrative expenses. For the three months ended July 31, 2008, and 2007, the Company recognized no interest or penalties., respectively.
Earning Per Common Share
Earning per common share is computed pursuant to SFAS No. 128, "Earnings Per Share" (EPS). Basic net income per common share is computed as net income divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted net income per common share reflects the potential dilution that could occur from common stock issuable through stock options and warrants. The table below presents the computation of basic and diluted net income per common share for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, respectively:
Basic earnings per share computation | | Three Months Ended | |
| | July 31, | |
Numerator: | | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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Net income | | $ | 838,311 | | | $ | 1,272,615 | |
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Denominator: | | | | | | | | |
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Basic weighted average shares outstanding | | | 7,251,083 | | | | 6,973,659 | |
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Basic net income per common share | | $ | 0.12 | | | $ | 0.18 | |
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Diluted earnings per share computation | | Three Months Ended | |
| | July 31, | |
Numerator: | | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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Net income | | $ | 838,311 | | | $ | 1,272,615 | |
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Denominator: | | | | | | | | |
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Basic weighted average shares outstanding | | | 7,251,083 | | | | 6,973,659 | |
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Incremental shares from assumed conversion: | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Conversion of stock options | | | 8,952 | | | | 234,982 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Conversion of common stock warrants | | | - | | | | 842,045 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Diluted weighted average shares | | | 7,260,035 | | | | 8,050,686 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Diluted net income per common share | | $ | 0.12 | | | $ | 0.16 | |
At July 31, 2008 and 2007, the Company had 587,025 and 561,468 stock options and 1,883,796 warrants outstanding, respectively, which are potentially dilutive securities. For the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, 238,426 and 100,248 stock options were not included in the computation of the diluted earnings per share, respectively. For the three months ended July 31, 2008, 1,883,796 warrants were not included in the computation of the diluted earnings per share. These potentially dilutive securities were excluded because the exercise prices exceeded the average market price of the common stock and, therefore, the effects would be antidilutive.
Other Comprehensive Income
Other comprehensive income for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 consists of the following:
| | Three months ended | |
| | July 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
Net income | | $ | 838,311 | | | $ | 1,272,615 | |
Other comprehensive income - foreign currency translation adjustments, net | | | 73,731 | | | | 42,495 | |
Comprehensive income | | $ | 912,042 | | | $ | 1,315,110 | |
Use of Estimates
In preparing financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, management is required to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and revenue and expenses during the reporting period. The most significant estimates relate to the calculation of percentage-of-completion on uncompleted contracts, allowance for doubtful accounts, valuation of inventory, amortization method and lives of customer lists, and estimates of the fair value of reporting units and discounted cash flows used in determining whether goodwill has been impaired. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
On September 15, 2006, the FASB issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 157, “Fair Value Measurements” (SFAS 157), which is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007 and for interim periods within those years. SFAS 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value and expands the related disclosure requirements. On February 12, 2008, the FASB issued staff position No. SFAS 157-2, “effective date of FASB No. 157 Fair Value Measurements”, which delays the effective date of SFAS 157 for non-financial assets and liabilities to fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2008. The adoption of SFAS 157 had no impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
In February, 2007, the FASB issued FASB Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 159, “The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities” (SFAS 159), which permits entities to choose to measure many financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses on items for which the fair value option has been elected are reported in earnings. SFAS 159 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. The adoption of SFAS 159 had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
On December 4, 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 141(R) “Business Combinations” (SFAS 141(R)), and SFAS No. 160 “Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated Financial Statements, an amendment of ARB No. 51” (SFAS 160). These new standards will significantly change the accounting for and reporting for business combination transactions and noncontrolling (minority) interests in consolidated financial statements. SFAS 141(R) and SFAS 160 are required to be adopted simultaneously and are effective for the first annual reporting period beginning on or after December 15, 2008. Earlier adoption is prohibited. The Company will evaluate the impact of adopting SFAS 141(R) and SFAS 160 on its condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
On March 19, 2008, the FASB Issued SFAS No. 161, “Disclosures About Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities”(SFAS 161). This statement is intended to improve financial reporting about derivative instruments and hedging activities by requiring enhanced disclosures. This statement is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years and interim periods beginning after November 15, 2008, with early application encouraged. The Company is currently evaluating the impact that SFAS 161 will have on its condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
No other recently issued accounting pronouncement issued or effective after the end of the fiscal year is expected to have a material impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements.
NOTE 3 - ACQUISITIONS
In accordance with SFAS No. 141, “Business Combinations,” acquisitions are accounted for under the purchase method of accounting. Under the purchase method of accounting, assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded at their estimated fair values. Goodwill is recorded to the extent the purchase price consideration, including certain acquisition and closing costs, exceeds the fair value of the net identifiable assets acquired at the date of the acquisition.
Voacolo
On March 30, 2007, the Company acquired Voacolo. The aggregate consideration paid by the Company, including acquisition transaction costs of $31,389, was $5,063,863 of which $3,781,389 was paid in cash, and the Company issued 116,497 shares of common stock valued at $1,282,473. In June 2008, the Company settled and paid aggregate additional cash consideration of $2,500,000 to the former Voacolo shareholders for the earnout settlement for the twelve months ended March 31, 2008. Voacolo was acquired pursuant to a Stock Purchase Agreement among the Company, and the former Voacolo shareholders, dated and effective as of March 30, 2007. In connection with the acquisition, Voacolo entered into employment agreements with the former Voacolo shareholders, each for a period of two years. The acquisition of Voacolo expands the Company’s geographic presence in the Mid-Atlantic region and provides additional electrical contracting services in both high and low voltage applications, structured cabling and voice/data/video solutions, as well as the expansion of its operations into wireless video surveillance.
A valuation of certain assets was completed, including property and equipment, list of major customers and backlog, and the Company internally determined the fair value of other assets and liabilities. In determining the fair value of acquired assets, standard valuation techniques were used including the market and income approach.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The purchase price allocation has been determined as follows:
Assets purchased: | | | |
Cash | | $ | 584,094 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 2,095,564 | |
Inventory | | | 217,500 | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 46,858 | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings | | | 215,143 | |
Fixed assets | | | 346,569 | |
Backlog | | | 200,200 | |
Customer lists | | | 132,000 | |
Goodwill | | | 3,988,732 | |
| | | 7,826,660 | |
Liabilities assumed: | | | | |
Accounts payable | | | (732,252 | ) |
Accrued expenses | | | (102,832 | ) |
Payroll and other payables | | | (79,943 | ) |
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings | | | (935,179 | ) |
Deferred income tax payable | | | (181,000 | ) |
Income tax payable | | | (28,171 | ) |
Loan payable | | | (602,984 | ) |
Notes payable | | | (100,436 | ) |
| | | (2,762,797 | ) |
Purchase price | | $ | 5,063,863 | |
Major
On August 1, 2007, the Company acquired Major. The aggregate consideration paid by the Company, including acquisition transaction costs of $44,226, was $6,292,151 of which $3,844,135 was paid in cash and the Company issued 242,776 shares of common stock valued at $2,448,016. The Company determined not to proceed with the Internal Revenue Code Section 338(h)(10) election, which resulted in recording additional deferred tax liabilities of $304,000 related to the purchase price allocation and a corresponding increase in goodwill. In connection with the additional purchase price adjustments to settle earnout and working capital adjustments, the Company has recorded a receivable from the former Major shareholders of $371,566, resulting in a corresponding decrease in goodwill. This receivable will be repaid within the next 12 months in three equal installments.
Major was acquired pursuant to a Stock Purchase Agreement among the Company and the former Major shareholders, dated and effective as of August 1, 2007. In connection with the acquisition, Major entered into employment agreements with the former president and vice president, for a period of one and two years, respectively. The acquisition of Major expands the Company’s geographic presence in the Pacific Northwest region and provides additional wireless and electrical contracting services in direct digital controls, security, wireless SCADA applications and wireless infrastructure.
A valuation of certain assets was completed, including property and equipment, list of major customers and backlog, and the Company internally determined the fair value of other assets and liabilities. In determining the fair value of acquired assets, standard valuation techniques were used including the market and income approach.
The purchase price allocation has been determined as follows:
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Assets purchased: | | | |
Accounts receivable | | $ | 3,830,626 | |
Inventory | | | 162,647 | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 117,349 | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings | | | 1,445,749 | |
Fixed assets | | | 682,637 | |
Other assets | | | 8,855 | |
Backlog | | | 130,000 | |
Customer lists | | | 390,000 | |
Goodwill | | | 4,511,915 | |
| | | 11,279,778 | |
Liabilities assumed: | | | | |
Cash overdraft | | | (52,618 | ) |
Accounts payable | | | (424,513 | ) |
Accrued expenses | | | (12,788 | ) |
Payroll and other payable | | | (605,456 | ) |
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings | | | (1,059,123 | ) |
Deferred tax liabilities | | | (304,000 | ) |
Line of credit | | | (2,086,774 | ) |
Loan payable | | | (24,638 | ) |
Capital lease obligation | | | (242,297 | ) |
Shareholder loan | | | (175,420 | ) |
| | | (4,987,627 | ) |
Purchase price | | $ | 6,292,151 | |
Max
On August 2, 2007, the Company acquired Max. The aggregate consideration paid by the Company, including acquisition transaction costs of $30,498, was $830,498, of which $630,498 was paid in cash and the Company issued 17,007 shares of common stock valued at $200,000. In addition, the Company shall pay an additional: (i) $350,000 in cash or Company common stock if Max’s earnings before interest and taxes for the twelve months ending August 1, 2008 shall equal or exceed $275,000; and (ii) $375,000 in cash or Company common stock if Max’s earnings before interest and taxes for the twelve months ending August 1, 2009 shall equal or exceed $375,000. Max was acquired pursuant to a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement among the Company and the former Max members, dated and effective as of August 2, 2007. In connection with the acquisition, Max entered into employment agreements with the former members, each for a period of two years. The acquisition of Max expands the Company’s geographic expansion into Texas and provides additional engineering services that specialize in the design of specialty communication systems and wireless infrastructure for the telecommunications, oil, gas and wind energy markets.
A valuation of certain assets was completed, including property and equipment and list of major customers, and the Company internally determined the fair value of other assets and liabilities. In determining the fair value of acquired assets, standard valuation techniques were used including the market and income approach.
The purchase price allocation has been determined as follows:
Assets purchased: | | | |
Cash | | $ | 105,926 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 256,829 | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings | | | 4,500 | |
Fixed assets | | | 21,890 | |
Other assets | | | 1,950 | |
Customer lists | | | 216,000 | |
Goodwill | | | 304,407 | |
| | | 911,502 | |
Liabilities assumed: | | | | |
Accrued expenses | | | (59,186 | ) |
Payroll and other payable | | | (19,318 | ) |
Accrued tax payable | | | (2,500 | ) |
| | | (81,004 | ) |
Purchase price | | $ | 830,498 | |
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Empire
On November 1, 2007, the Company acquired Empire. The aggregate consideration paid by the Company, including acquisition transaction costs of $40,154, was $2,511,154 in cash, subject to adjustment. Empire was acquired pursuant to a Stock Purchase Agreement among the Company and the former shareholders of Empire, dated as of November 1, 2007. In connection with the acquisition, Empire entered into employment agreements with the former shareholders for a period of two years. The acquisition of Empire expands the Company’s geographic presence in California and provides additional electrical contractor services that specialize in low voltage applications for healthcare, state government and military customers.
A valuation of certain assets was completed, including property and equipment and list of major customers, and the Company internally determined the fair value of other assets and liabilities. In determining the fair value of acquired assets, standard valuation techniques were used including the market and income approach.
The purchase price allocation has been determined as follows:
Assets purchased: | | | |
Cash | | $ | 83,155 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 2,321,784 | |
Inventory | | | 197,961 | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 6,569 | |
Prepaid income tax | | | 69,142 | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings | | | 72,518 | |
Fixed assets | | | 284,451 | |
Backlog | | | 344,900 | |
Customer lists | | | 100,000 | |
Goodwill | | | 1,796,709 | |
| | | 5,277,189 | |
Liabilities assumed: | | | | |
| | | | |
Accounts payable | | | (1,113,789 | ) |
Accrued expenses | | | (53,871 | ) |
Payroll and other payable | | | (327,112 | ) |
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings | | | (420,874 | ) |
Line of credit | | | (400,000 | ) |
Deferred tax liability | | | (235,000 | ) |
Notes payable | | | (47,024 | ) |
Shareholder loan | | | (168,365 | ) |
| | | (2,766,035 | ) |
Purchase price | | $ | 2,511,154 | |
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
James
On November 30, 2007, the Company acquired James. Through July 31, 2008, the aggregate consideration paid by the Company, including acquisition transaction costs of $78,267, was $1,559,993 in cash. In May 2008, the Company settled and paid aggregate additional cash consideration of $281,725 and released the escrow amount of $120,000 to the former James shareholders for final settlement of the net tangible asset adjustment. James was acquired pursuant to a Share Purchase Agreement among the Company and the former shareholders of James, dated as of November 30, 2007. In connection with the acquisition, the Company entered into an employment agreement with the former president for a period of two years. James is a design engineering services company specializing in building automation including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire protection, lift, security access and wireless systems. The acquisition of James provides the Company international expansion into Australia consistent with our emphasis on Australia, China and surrounding Pacific Rim countries.
A valuation of certain assets was completed, including property and equipment and list of major customers, and the Company internally determined the fair value of other assets and liabilities. In determining the fair value of acquired assets, standard valuation techniques were used including the market and income approach.
The purchase price allocation has been determined as follows:
Assets purchased: | | | |
Cash | | $ | 231,386 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 312,135 | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 6,450 | |
Deferred tax assets | | | 17,431 | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings | | | 26,272 | |
Fixed assets | | | 115,343 | |
Other assets | | | 830 | |
Customer lists | | | 270,748 | |
Backlog | | | 112,369 | |
Goodwill | | | 840,677 | |
| | | 1,933,641 | |
Liabilities assumed: | | | | |
| | | | |
Accounts payable | | | (26,288 | ) |
Accrued expenses | | | (74,510 | ) |
Payroll and other payable | | | (9,409 | ) |
Loan payable | | | (6,099 | ) |
Sales and use tax payable | | | (40,516 | ) |
Income tax payable | | | (216,826 | ) |
| | | (373,648 | ) |
Purchase price | | $ | 1,559,993 | |
Energize
On April 4, 2008, the Company acquired Energize. The aggregate consideration paid by the Company, including acquisition transaction costs of $108,676, was $1,684,320 in cash, subject to adjustment. In July 2008, the Company settled and paid aggregate additional cash consideration of $32,522 to the former Energize shareholders for final settlement of the net tangible asset adjustment. Energize was acquired pursuant to a Share Purchase Agreement among the Company and the former shareholders of Energize, dated as of April 4, 2008. In connection with the acquisition, the Company entered into an employment agreement with the former president for a period of two years. Energize is an electrical contractor specializing in underground utilities, maintenance and low voltage applications including voice, data and video for commercial and building infrastructure companies, and is expanding its wireless deployment capabilities. The acquisition of Energize provides further international expansion into Australia.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
A valuation of certain assets was completed, including property and equipment and list of major customers, and the Company internally determined the fair value of other assets and liabilities. In determining the fair value of acquired assets, standard valuation techniques were used including the market and income approach.
The purchase price allocation has been determined as follows:
Assets purchased: | | | |
Cash | | $ | 21,429 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 189,197 | |
Inventory | | | 55,084 | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings | | | 415 | |
Fixed assets | | | 106,165 | |
Deferred tax assets | | | 2,108 | |
Customer lists | | | 509,740 | |
Goodwill | | | 1,018,224 | |
| | | 1,902,362 | |
Liabilities assumed: | | | | |
| | | | |
Accounts payable | | | (69,562 | ) |
Accrued expenses | | | (7,444 | ) |
Payroll and other payable | | | (37,175 | ) |
Sales and use tax payable | | | (12,449 | ) |
Income tax payable | | | (91,412 | ) |
| | | (218,042 | ) |
Purchase price | | $ | 1,684,320 | |
Lincoln Wind
On June 26, 2008, the Company acquired all the assets of Lincoln Wind for aggregate consideration of $415,977 in cash, including acquisition transaction costs of $15,977. The assets of Lincoln Wind were acquired pursuant to an Asset Purchase Agreement among Max, the Company, Lincoln Wind and the former member. In connection with the acquisition, Max also entered into an employment agreement with the former member for two years. Lincoln Wind is an engineering company focused on the implementation of meteorological towers that measure the wind capacity of geographic areas prior to the construction of a wind farm. The acquisition of Lincoln Wind provides additional engineering services that specialize in the design of specialty communication systems for the wind energy market.
The preliminary purchase price allocation has been made resulting in goodwill and other intangible assets of approximately $257,000. Upon completion of a final purchase price allocation, there may be an increase or decrease in the amount of goodwill and a corresponding increase or decrease in tangible or other intangible assets.
The preliminary purchase price allocation has been determined as follows:
Assets purchased: | | | |
Fixed assets | | $ | 159,228 | |
Goodwill and other intangible assets | | | 256,749 | |
Purchase price | | $ | 415,977 | |
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Pro forma Information
The following unaudited consolidated pro forma financial information presents the combined results of operations of the Company, Major, Max, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 as if the acquisitions had occurred at May 1, 2006, including the issuance of the Company’s common stock as consideration for the acquisition of Major. The consolidated pro forma financial information does not necessarily reflect the results of operations that would have occurred had the Company, Major, Max, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind been a single entity during these periods.
| | Consolidated Pro Forma | |
| | Three months ended | |
| | July 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
| | | | | | |
Revenues | | $ | 28,396,452 | | | $ | 28,958,234 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net income | | $ | 766,510 | | | $ | 1,394,656 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Basic weighted shares | | | 7,251,083 | | | | 7,248,168 | |
Diluted weighted shares | | | 7,260,035 | | | | 8,325,195 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Basic net income (loss) per share | | $ | 0.11 | | | $ | 0.19 | |
Diluted net income (loss) per share | | $ | 0.11 | | | $ | 0.17 | |
NOTE 4 - COSTS AND ESTIMATED EARNINGS ON UNCOMPLETED CONTRACTS
The asset, “Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts”, represents revenue recognized in excess of amounts billed. The liability, “Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts”, represents billings in excess of revenue recognized. Costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts consist of the following at July 31, 2008 and April 30, 2008:
| | July 31, 2008 | | | April 30, 2008 | |
Costs incurred on uncompleted contracts | | $ | 64,038,500 | | | $ | 66,331,553 | |
Estimated contract profit | | | 19,953,561 | | | | 20,900,509 | |
| | | 83,992,061 | | | | 87,232,062 | |
Less: billings to date | | | 84,012,906 | | | | 86,947,332 | |
Net excess of (billings)costs | | $ | (20,845 | ) | | $ | 284,730 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings On uncompleted contracts | | $ | 4,808,297 | | | $ | 3,887,152 | |
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings | | | | | | | | |
on uncompleted contracts | | | (4,829,142 | ) | | | (3,602,422 | ) |
Net excess of (billings)costs | | $ | (20,845 | ) | | $ | 284,730 | |
NOTE 5 – DEBT
Lines of Credit
On April 10, 2007, the Company entered into a loan agreement with Bank of America, N.A. (BOA). The loan agreement (Loan Agreement), as amended August 7, 2008, provides for a revolving line of credit in an amount not to exceed $15,000,000, together with a letter of credit facility not to exceed $2,000,000. The Company and its subsidiaries also entered into security agreements with BOA, pursuant to which the Company granted a security interest to BOA in all of our assets. The Loan Agreement contains customary covenants, including but not limited to (i) funded debt to tangible net worth, and (ii) minimum interest coverage ratio. The loan commitment shall expire on April 10, 2010, and the Company may repay the loan at any time.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Loans under the Loan Agreement bear interest at a rate equal to BOA’s prime rate, minus one percentage point, or the Company has the option to elect to use the optional interest rate of LIBOR plus one hundred seventy-five basis points. As of July 31, 2008, interest rates ranged from 4.00% to 4.82% on outstanding borrowings of approximately $7,626,056 under the Loan Agreement.
In connection with the acquisition of Empire, the Company assumed a revolving line of credit facility with a commercial bank with a balance of $400,000 at the closing date. The outstanding balance of $750,000 was repaid by the Company in July 2008.
Loans Payable
The Company’s long-term debt also consists of notes issued to the Company or assumed in acquisitions related to working capital funding and the purchase of property and equipment in the ordinary course of business. At July 31, 2008, loans payable, and capital lease obligations totaled approximately $1,133,287 with interest rates ranging from 0% to 12.67%.
Due to Shareholders
As of July 31, 2008, TAGS had outstanding loans due to a related party, Taian Gas Group (TGG), totaling $2,588,262, of which $1,462,240 matures on December 3, 2008, and bears interest at 8.217%. TGG is in the process of refinancing the rest of the total amount with TAGS, which is expected to be completed during the second quarter of fiscal 2009.
NOTE 6 - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
In connection with the acquisition of Walker, the Company assumed a ten-year lease with a trust, of which, a certain officer of the Company is the trustee, for a building and land located in Fairfield, California, which is occupied by its Walker subsidiary. For the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, the rent paid for this lease was $23,415 and $24,117, respectively.
In connection with the acquisition of SECS, the Company leases its Sarasota, Florida location from a trust, of which one of the former shareholders of SECS is the trustee. For the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, the rent paid for this lease was $13,226 and $12,480, respectively.
In connection with the acquisition of Voacolo, the Company leases its Trenton, New Jersey location from Voacolo Properties LLC, of which the former shareholders of Voacolo are the members. For the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, the rent paid for this lease was $15,000 and $13,500, respectively.
In connection with the acquisition of TAGS in fiscal 2007, the Company’s joint venture partner provided the office building for TAGS rent free during fiscal year 2008. The Company expects to enter into a lease with the joint venture partner in fiscal 2009.
NOTE 7 - STOCK OPTION PLANS AND COMMON STOCK PURCHASE WARRANTS
Stock Option Plans
In September 2006, the Company adopted the 2007 Incentive Stock Plan, under which officers, directors, key employees or consultants may be granted options. Under the 2007 Incentive Stock Plan, 400,000 shares of common stock were reserved for issuance upon the exercise of stock options, stock awards or restricted stock. At July 31, 2008, options to purchase 80,000 shares were outstanding at an exercise price of $6.33. At July 31, 2008, there were 320,000 options available for grant under the 2007 Incentive Stock Plan.
In September 2005, the Company adopted the 2006 Incentive Stock Plan, under which officers, directors, key employees or consultants may be granted options. Under the 2006 Incentive Stock Plan, 400,000 shares of common stock were reserved for issuance upon the exercise of stock options, stock awards or restricted stock. These shares were registered under Form S-8. Under the terms of the 2006 Incentive Stock Plan, stock options are granted at exercise prices equal to the fair market value of the common stock at the date of grant, and become exercisable and expire in accordance with the terms of the stock option agreement between the optionee and the Company at the date of grant. These options generally vest based on between one to three years of continuous service and have five-year contractual terms. At July 31, 2008, options to purchase 327,059 shares were outstanding at exercise prices ranging from $6.14 to $12.10. At July 31, 2008, there were 1,365 options available for grant under the 2006 Incentive Stock Plan.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In March 2003, the Company established a stock option plan pursuant to which options to acquire a maximum of 416,667 shares of the Company's common stock were reserved for grant (the "2002 Plan"). These shares were registered under Form S-8. Under the terms of the 2002 Plan, the options are exercisable at prices equal to the fair market value of the stock at the date of the grant and become exercisable in accordance with terms established at the time of the grant. These options generally vest based on between one to three years of continuous service and have five-year contractual terms. At July 31, 2008, options to purchase 179,966 shares were outstanding at exercise prices ranging from $4.80 to $14.40. At July 31, 2008, there were 94,184 shares available for grant under the 2002 Plan.
The following table summarizes stock option activity for the three months ended July 31, 2008, during which there were no options exercised under the Company’s stock option plans:
| | 2002 Plan | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Weighted-average Exercise Price | | | Weighted- average Remaining Contractual Term | | | Aggregate Intrinsic Value | |
|
|
|
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Outstanding, May 1, 2008 | | | 238,092 | | | $ | 8.21 | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Granted | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | |
Exercised | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | |
Forfeited/Expired | | | (58,126 | ) | | $ | 10.47 | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Outstanding, July 31, 2008 | | | 179,966 | | | $ | 7.48 | | | | 1.5 | | | $ | 34,923 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Vested and expected to vested, July 31, 2008 | | | 176,614 | | | $ | 7.47 | | | | 1.5 | | | $ | 34,923 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Exercisable, July 31, 2008 | | | 159,833 | | | $ | 7.40 | | | | 1.2 | | | $ | 34,923 | |
| | 2006 Plan | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Weighted-average Exercise Price | | | Weighted-average Remaining Contractual Term | | | Aggregate Intrinsic Value | |
|
|
|
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Outstanding, May 1, 2008 | | | 327,726 | | | $ | 6.32 | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Granted | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | |
Exercised | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | |
Forfeited/Expired | | | (667 | ) | | $ | 7.27 | | | | | | | |
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Outstanding, July 31, 2008 | | | 327,059 | | | $ | 6.32 | | | | 2.3 | | | $ | 0 | |
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Vested and expected to vested, July 31, 2008 | | | 326,199 | | | $ | 6.30 | | | | 2.3 | | | $ | 0 | |
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Exercisable, July 31, 2008 | | | 317,423 | | | $ | 6.21 | | | | 2.2 | | | $ | 0 | |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
| | 2007 Plan | |
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Outstanding, May 1, 2008 | | | 80,000 | | | $ | 6.33 | | | | | | | |
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Granted | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | |
Exercised | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | |
Forfeited/Expired | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | |
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Outstanding, July 31, 2008 | | | 80,000 | | | $ | 6.33 | | | | 4.6 | | | $ | 0 | |
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Vested and expected to vested, July 31, 2008 | | | 62,460 | | | $ | 6.33 | | | | 4.6 | | | $ | 0 | |
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Exercisable, July 31, 2008 | | | - | | | $ | 0.00 | | | | 0.0 | | | $ | 0 | |
Stock-Based Compensation Plans
In accordance with SFAS 123(R) (revised December 2004), “Share-Based Payment, an amendment of SFAS 123, Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation”, the Company recognizes stock-based employee compensation expense. The Company recorded stock-based compensation of $26,772 and $10,941 for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
At July 31, 2008, the total compensation cost related to unvested stock options granted to employees under the Company’s stock option plans but not yet recognized was approximately $233,000 and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 3.11 years. There were no stock options granted by the Company during the three months ended July 31, 2008. For the three months ended July 31, 2007, the weighted average fair value of stock options granted was $5.60.
The Company has elected to adopt the shortcut method provided in Staff Position No. SFAS 123(R)-3, “Transition Election Related to Accounting for the Tax Effects of Share-Based Payment Awards,” for determining the initial pool of excess tax benefits available to absorb tax deficiencies related to stock-based compensation subsequent to the adoption of SFAS 123R. The shortcut method includes simplified procedures for establishing the beginning balance of the pool of excess tax benefits (the APIC Tax Pool) and for determining the subsequent effect on the APIC Tax Pool and the Company’s consolidated statements of cash flows of the tax effects of share-based compensation awards. SFAS 123R requires that excess tax benefits related to share-based compensation be reflected as financing cash inflows.
The Company estimates the fair value of stock options granted using the Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model. Compensation cost is then recognized on a straight-line basis over the vesting or service period and is net of estimated forfeitures. The following assumptions were used to compute the fair value of stock option compensation expense during the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, respectively:
| | Three Months Ended | |
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| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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Risk-free interest rate | | | 1.65 - 2.2 | % | | | 4.74 | % |
Expected volatility | | | 53.8 | % | | | 58.30 | % |
Expected dividend yield | | | 0.00 | % | | | 0.00 | % |
Expected term ( in years) | | | 3.75 | | | | 3.5 | |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The risk-free rate is based on the rate of U.S Treasury zero-coupon issues with a remaining term equal to the expected term of the option grants. Expected volatility is based on the historical volatility of the Company’s common stock using the weekly closing price of the Company’s common stock, pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin Nos. 107 (SAB 107). The expected dividend yield is zero based on the fact that the Company has never paid cash dividends and has no present intention to pay cash dividends. The expected term represents the period that the Company’s stock-based awards are expected to be outstanding and was calculated using the simplified method pursuant to SAB 107 and SAB 110.
Common Stock Purchase Warrants
In connection with a private placement of common stock on November 16, 2004, the Company issued common stock purchase warrants. Each of these warrants is exercisable for a period of five years and the exercise price of is $6.99 per share. The exercise price of the warrants is subject to adjustment for subsequent lower price issuances by the Company, as well as customary adjustment provisions for stock splits, combinations, dividends and the like. The warrants are callable by the Company, upon 30 days notice, should the common stock trade at or above $25.20 per share for 25 out of 30 consecutive trading days. A maximum of 20% of the warrants may be called in any three-month period. 1,883,796 common stock purchase warrants are outstanding at July 31, 2008 and April 30, 2008.
NOTE 8 - SEGMENT REPORTING
The Company's reportable segments are determined and reviewed by management based upon the nature of the services, the external customers and customer industries and the sales and distribution methods used to market the products. The Company has two reportable segments: wireless infrastructure services and specialty communication systems. Management evaluates performance based upon income (loss) before income taxes. Corporate includes corporate salaries and external professional fees, such as accounting, legal and investor relations costs which are not allocated to the other subsidiaries. Corporate assets primarily include cash and prepaid expenses. Segment results for the three months ended and as of July 31, 2008 and 2007 are as follows:
| | As of and for Three Months Ended July 31, 2008 | | | As of and for Three Months Ended and July 31, 2007 | |
| | Corporate | | | Wireless Infrastructure | | | Specialty Communication | | | Total | | | Corporate | | | Wireless Infrastructure | | | Specialty Communication | | | Total | |
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Revenue | | $ | - | | | $ | 3,311,759 | | | $ | 24,955,772 | | | $ | 28,267,531 | | | $ | - | | | $ | 3,503,171 | | | $ | 18,312,835 | | | $ | 21,816,006 | |
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Depreciation and amortization | | $ | 8,448 | | | $ | 60,466 | | | $ | 620,228 | | | $ | 689,142 | | | $ | 10,625 | | | $ | 68,496 | | | $ | 450,466 | | | $ | 529,587 | |
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Income (loss) before income taxes | | $ | (911,535 | ) | | $ | 160,721 | | | $ | 2,080,030 | | | $ | 1,329,216 | | | $ | (729,921 | ) | | $ | 529,939 | | | $ | 2,327,675 | | | $ | 2,127,693 | |
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Goodwill | | $ | - | | | $ | 4,583,701 | | | $ | 27,656,070 | | | $ | 32,239,771 | | | $ | - | | | $ | 4,340,188 | | | $ | 16,154,385 | | | $ | 20,494,573 | |
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Total assets | | $ | 2,661,560 | | | $ | 10,386,974 | | | $ | 75,606,018 | | | $ | 88,654,552 | | | $ | 13,604,414 | | | $ | 10,827,167 | | | $ | 50,275,740 | | | $ | 74,707,321 | |
As of and for the three months ended of July 31, 2008 and 2007, the specialty communication systems segment includes approximately $668,000 and $549,000 in revenue and $1,799,000 and $1,808,000 of net assets held in China related to the Company’s 60% interest in TAGS, respectively. As of and for the three months ended July 31, 2008, the specialty communication systems segment includes approximately $1,129,000 in revenue and $3,489,000 of net assets held in Australia related to the Company’s 100% ownership in James and Energize.
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
This Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations includes a number of forward-looking statements that reflect Management's current views with respect to future events and financial performance. You can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate” and “continue,” or similar words. Those statements include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of us and members of its management team as well as the assumptions on which such statements are based. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risk and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements.
Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made by us in this report and in our other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Important factors currently known to Management could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes in the future operating results over time. We believe that its assumptions are based upon reasonable data derived from and known about our business and operations and the business and operations of the Company. No assurances are made that actual results of operations or the results of our future activities will not differ materially from its assumptions. Factors that could cause differences include, but are not limited to, expected market demand for the Company’s services, fluctuations in pricing for materials, and competition.
Business Overview
The increasing demand for wireless services has become the driving force behind the recent growth in the global communications industry. Wireless technology has advanced substantially to the point where wireless networks have proven to be an effective alternative to land line networks, a key factor in its broad acceptance. The advantages of wireless over land line communication are apparent in the aspects of mobility, cost, and deployment. The use of dedicated wireless networks for specified applications has improved productivity for individuals and organizations alike. We provide design-build engineering services that focus on the implementation requirements of wireless technology. We serve the specialty communication systems and wireless infrastructure sectors. Our range of services includes site design, technology integration, electrical contracting, construction and project management for corporations, government entities and educational institutions worldwide. Because we are technology independent, we can integrate multiple products and services across a variety of communication requirements. This ability gives our customers the flexibility to obtain the most appropriate solution for their communication needs on a cost effective basis.
Specialty Communication Systems
We provide specialty communication systems which are wireless networks designed to improve productivity for a specified application by communicating data, voice or video information in situations where land line networks are non-existent, more difficult to deploy or too expensive. The types of specialty communication systems that we implement are used for mobile communication and general wireless connectivity purposes. We design and deploy networks that allow entities to reduce their dependence on high cost and inflexible leased land lines. We have the engineering expertise to utilize any facet of wireless technology or a combination of various wireless technologies to engineer a cost effective network for a customer’s wireless communication requirement. In addition, the design and deployment of a specialty communication system is a comprehensive effort that requires an in-depth knowledge of radio frequency engineering so that the wireless network is free from interference with other signals and amplified sufficiently to carry data, voice or video with speed and accuracy. In specialty communications, we focus on four primary vertical markets to provide our services. These vertical sectors include public safety, healthcare, gaming and energy. For the three months ended July 31, 2008, specialty communication systems represented approximately 88% of our total revenue.
Wireless Infrastructure Services
We provide wireless infrastructure services to major wireless carriers, which are services that include the engineering, installation, integration and maintenance of wireless carrier equipment. Wireless carriers continue to be focused on building and expanding their networks, increasing capacity, upgrading their networks with new technologies and maintaining their existing infrastructure. Our engineers install and test base station equipment at the carrier cell site, including installation of new equipment, technology upgrades, equipment modifications and reconfigurations. These services may also include tower construction. For the three months ended July 31, 2008, wireless infrastructure services represented approximately 12% of our total revenue.
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Significant Events, Trends and Financial Highlights
Management currently considers the following events, trends and uncertainties to be important in understanding our results of operations and financial condition:
| · | For the three months ended July 31, 2008, the specialty communication systems segment represented approximately 88% of total revenue, and the wireless infrastructure services segment represented approximately 12% of total revenue. This revenue mix remains consistent with our historical performance and focus, in which over 80% of our total revenue has been derived from specialty communication systems. |
| · | As we continue to search for acquisitions, our primary goal is to identify companies which are performing well financially and are compatible with the services that we perform in the specialty communication systems segment. This trend could lead to a further shift in our revenue composition towards the specialty communication systems segment. We believe that the strength of our experience in the design and deployment of specialty communication systems gives us a competitive advantage. |
| · | With regard to our acquisition strategy, we are also focused on expanding in the international sector with an emphasis on China, Australia and surrounding Pacific Rim countries. This trend could lead to a change of revenue composition in which a greater percentage of our revenue could be generated from international sales in the future, compared to the current level of approximately 6%. |
| · | We also seek to achieve organic growth in our existing business by maximizing the value of our existing customer base, maintaining and expanding our focus in vertical markets and developing our relationships with technology providers. |
| · | We believe that the wireless market continues to display strong growth and the demand for our engineering services remains favorable domestically and internationally, particularly in public safety, healthcare and energy market sectors. We believe that the advancement of wireless technology will create additional opportunities for us to design and deploy wireless solutions. Also, we continue to identify new vertical sectors for wireless technology. |
| · | We believe that our two most important economic indicators for measuring our future revenue producing capability are our backlog and bid list. At July 31, 2008, our backlog of unfilled orders was approximately $54 million and our bid list, which represents project bids under proposal for new and existing customers, was approximately $156 million, which indicates demand for our services remains high. The majority of the backlog and bid opportunities are represented by specialty communication systems projects in the public safety, healthcare and energy market sectors. |
| · | We continue to maintain a healthy balance sheet with approximately $28.4 million in working capital and credit facility borrowings of approximately $7.6 million. We expect to use our working capital and availability under the credit facility to fund our continued growth. |
Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended July 31, 2008 Compared to the Three Months Ended July 31, 2007
The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of WPCS International Incorporated (WPCS) and its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries, WPCS Incorporated , Invisinet Inc. (Invisinet), Walker Comm, Inc. (Walker), Clayborn Contracting Group, Inc. (Clayborn), Heinz Corporation (Heinz), Quality Communications & Alarm Company, Inc. (Quality), New England Communications Systems, Inc. (NECS), Southeastern Communication Services, Inc. (SECS), Voacolo Electric Incorporated (Voacolo), Taian AGS Pipeline Construction Co. Ltd (TAGS), Major Electric, Inc. (Major) from August 1, 2007 (date of acquisition), Max Engineering LLC (Max) from August 2, 2007 (date of acquisition), Gomes and Gomes, Inc. dba Empire Electric (Empire) from November 1, 2007 (date of acquisition), WPCS Australia Pty Ltd from November 12, 2007 (date of formation), James Design Pty Ltd (James) from November 30, 2007 (date of acquisition), WPCS Asia Limited from January 24, 2008 (date of formation), RL & CA MacKay Pty Ltd. dba Energize Electrical (Energize) from April 4, 2008 (date of acquisition), and Lincoln Wind LLC (Lincoln Wind) from June 26, 2008 (date of acquisition), collectively the "Company".
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Consolidated results for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 were as follows.
| | Three Month Ended | |
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| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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REVENUE | | $ | 28,267,531 | | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 21,816,006 | | | | 100.0 | % |
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COSTS AND EXPENSES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Cost of revenue | | | 20,184,874 | | | | 71.4 | % | | | 15,187,752 | | | | 69.6 | % |
Selling, general and administrative expenses | | | 5,937,489 | | | | 21.0 | % | | | 4,059,256 | | | | 18.6 | % |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 689,142 | | | | 2.4 | % | | | 529,587 | | | | 2.4 | % |
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Total costs and expenses | | | 26,811,505 | | | | 94.8 | % | | | 19,776,595 | | | | 90.6 | % |
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OPERATING INCOME | | | 1,456,026 | | | | 5.2 | % | | | 2,039,411 | | | | 9.4 | % |
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OTHER EXPENSE (INCOME): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Interest expense | | | 111,603 | | | | 0.4 | % | | | 122,582 | | | | 0.6 | % |
Interest income | | | (26,039 | ) | | | (0.1 | %) | | | (214,512 | ) | | | (1.0 | %) |
Minority interest | | | 41,246 | | | | 0.1 | % | | | 3,648 | | | | 0.0 | % |
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INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX PROVISION | | | 1,329,216 | | | | 4.8 | % | | | 2,127,693 | | | | 9.8 | % |
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Income tax provision | | | 490,905 | | | | 1.7 | % | | | 855,078 | | | | 3.9 | % |
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NET INCOME | | $ | 838,311 | | | | 3.1 | % | | $ | 1,272,615 | | | | 5.9 | % |
Revenue
Revenue for the three months ended July 31, 2008 was approximately $28,268,000, as compared to approximately $21,816,000 for the three months ended July 31, 2007. The increase in revenue for the period was primarily attributable to the acquisitions of Major, Max, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind.
Total revenue from the specialty communication segment for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 was approximately $24,956,000 or 88.3% and $18,313,000 or 83.9% of total revenue, respectively. The increase in revenue was primarily attributable to the acquisitions of Major, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind. Wireless infrastructure segment revenue for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 was approximately $3,312,000 or 11.7% and $3,503,000 or 16.1% of total revenue, respectively. The decrease in revenue was due primarily to delays or postponement of certain projects with wireless carriers.
Cost of Revenue
Cost of revenue consists of direct costs on contracts, materials, direct labor, third party subcontractor services, union benefits and other overhead costs. Our cost of revenue was approximately $20,185,000 or 71.4% of revenue for the three months ended July 31, 2008, compared to $15,188,000 or 69.6% for the same period of the prior year. The dollar increase in our total cost of revenue is due primarily to the corresponding increase in revenue during the three months ended July 31, 2008 as a result of the acquisitions of Major, Max, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind. The increase as a percentage of revenue is due primarily to the revenue blend attributable to our existing subsidiaries and recent acquisitions.
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The specialty communication segment cost of revenue and cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 was approximately $17,729,000 and 71.0% and $12,973,000 and 70.8%, respectively. As discussed above, the dollar increase in our total cost of revenue is due primarily to the corresponding increase in revenue during the three months ended July 31, 2008 as a result of the acquisitions completed within the last year.
Wireless infrastructure segment cost of revenue and cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue for the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007 was approximately $2,456,000 and 74.2% and $2,214,000 and 63.2%, respectively. For the three months ended July 31, 2008, the cost of sales as a percentage of sales is consistent with historical levels. For the three months ended July 31, 2007, the cost of sales as a percentage of sales is much lower than historical levels due to the completion of a specific project at greater than normal gross profit margins.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
For the three months ended July 31, 2008, total selling, general and administrative expenses were approximately $5,937,000, or 21.0% of total revenue compared to $4,059,000, or 18.6% of revenue for the same period of the prior year. The dollar increase is primarily due to the acquisitions of Major, Max, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind. Included in selling, general and administrative expenses for the three months ended July 31, 2008 are $3,350,000 for salaries, commissions, payroll taxes and other employee benefits. The $969,000 increase in salaries and payroll taxes compared to the prior year is due primarily to the increase in headcount as a result of the acquisitions of Major, Max, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind. Professional fees were $556,000, which include accounting, legal and investor relation fees. Insurance costs were $609,000 and rent for office facilities was $230,000. Automobile and other travel expenses were $489,000 and telecommunication expenses were $147,000. Other selling, general and administrative expenses totaled $556,000. For the three months ended July 31, 2008, total selling, general and administrative expenses for the specialty communication and wireless infrastructure segments were $4,440,000 and $635,000, respectively.
For the three months ended July 31, 2007, total selling, general and administrative expenses were approximately $4,059,000, or 18.6% of total revenue. Included in selling, general and administrative expenses for the three months ended July 31, 2007 are $2,381,000 for salaries, commissions, payroll taxes and other employee benefits. Professional fees were $309,000, which include accounting, legal and investor relation fees. Insurance costs were $458,000 and rent for office facilities was $157,000. Automobile and other travel expenses were $342,000 and telecommunication expenses were $94,000. Other selling, general and administrative expenses totaled $318,000. For the three months ended July 31, 2007, total selling, general and administrative expenses for the specialty communication and wireless infrastructure segments were $2,626,000 and $705,000, respectively.
Depreciation and Amortization
For the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, depreciation was approximately $430,000 and $390,000, respectively. The increase in depreciation is due to the purchase of property and equipment and the acquisition of fixed assets from acquiring Major, Max, Empire, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind. The amortization of customer lists and backlog for the three months ended July 31, 2008 was $259,000 as compared to $139,000 for the same period of the prior year. The increase in amortization was due to the acquisition of customer lists from Major, Max, Empire, James and Energize and backlog from Major, Empire and James. All customer lists are amortized over a period of five to nine years from the date of their acquisitions. Backlog is amortized over a period of one to three years from the date of acquisition based on the expected completion period of the related contracts.
Interest Expense and Interest Income
For the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, interest expense was approximately $112,000 and $123,000, respectively. The decrease in interest expense is due principally to a reduction in interest rates related to borrowings on lines of credit compared to the three months ended July 31, 2007. As of July 31, 2008, there was $7,626,056 of total borrowings outstanding under the line of credit.
For the three months ended July 31, 2008 and 2007, interest income was approximately $26,000 and $215,000, respectively. The decrease in interest earned is due principally to the decrease in our cash and cash equivalent balance over the same period in the prior year.
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Net Income
The net income was approximately $838,000 for the three months ended July 31, 2008. Net income was net of Federal and state income tax expense of approximately $491,000. The decrease in the effective tax rate was primarily the result of the mix of pre-tax income generated by the various operating subsidiaries.
The net income was approximately $1,273,000 for the three months ended July 31, 2007. Net income was net of Federal and state income tax expense of approximately $855,000.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
At July 31, 2008, we had working capital of approximately $28,357,000, which consisted of current assets of approximately $46,312,000 and current liabilities of $17,955,000.
Operating activities used approximately $1,948,000 in cash for the three months ended July 31, 2008. The sources of cash from operating activities total approximately $3,753,000, comprised of approximately $838,000 in net income, $771,000 in net non-cash charges, a $275,000 decrease in other assets, a $1,153,000 increase in billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts payable, a $266,000 increase in deferred revenue, and a $450,000 increase in income tax payable. The uses of cash from operating activities total approximately $5,701,000, comprised of a $3,281,000 increase in accounts receivables, a $921,000 increase in costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts, a $547,000 increase of inventory, a $206,000 increase in prepaid expenses and other current assets, and a $746,000 decrease in accounts payable and accrued expenses. Net earnings adjusted for non-cash items provided cash of approximately $1,610,000 for the three months ended July 31, 2008 versus $1,838,000 in the three months ended July 31, 2007. Working capital used cash of approximately $3,558,000 for the three months ended July 31, 2008 versus using cash of $1,076,000 in the same period in the prior year. Working capital components used more cash in the first quarter of fiscal 2009 reflecting higher levels of accounts receivable and inventory in connection with overall sales growth.
Our investing activities utilized approximately $3,653,000 in cash during the three months ended July 31, 2008, which consisted of $431,000 paid for property and equipment and $3,222,000 paid for the acquisitions of Voacolo, James, Energize and Lincoln Wind, net of cash received. The additional payment to Voacolo was funded from borrowings on the line of credit discussed below, while the acquisition payments for James and Lincoln Wind were funded from working capital.
Our financing activities provided cash of approximately $2,118,000 during the three months ended July 31, 2008. Financing activities included $2,500,000 of line of credit borrowings, $233,000 additional borrowings from shareholders, offset by $3,000 of capital lease payments and $612,000 net repayments of loans payable.
Our capital requirements depend on numerous factors, including the market for our services, the resources we devote to developing, marketing, selling and supporting our business, the timing and extent of establishing additional markets and other factors.
On April 10, 2007, we entered into a loan agreement with Bank of America, N.A. (BOA). The loan agreement, as amended August 7, 2008, (the “Loan Agreement”), provides for a revolving line of credit in an amount not to exceed $15,000,000, together with a letter of credit facility not to exceed $2,000,000. We and our subsidiaries also entered into security agreements with BOA, pursuant to which we granted a security interest to BOA in all of our assets. The Loan Agreement contains customary covenants, including but not limited to (i) funded debt to tangible net worth, and (ii) minimum interest coverage ratio. The loan commitment shall expire on April 10, 2010, and we may prepay the loan at any time. Loans under the Loan Agreement bear interest at a rate equal to BOA’s prime rate, minus one percentage point, or we have the option to elect to use the optional interest rate of LIBOR plus one hundred seventy-five basis points. As of July 31, 2008, there was $7,626,056 of borrowings outstanding under the Loan Agreement.
At July 31, 2008, we had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $3,995,000 and working capital of approximately $28,357,000. With the funds available from the Loan Agreement and internally available funds, we believe that we have sufficient capital to meet our short term needs. Our future operating results may be affected by a number of factors including our success in bidding on future contracts and our continued ability to manage controllable costs effectively. To the extent we grow by future acquisitions that involve consideration other than stock, our cash requirements may increase.
WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES
ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
On March 30, 2007, we acquired Voacolo. The aggregate consideration paid by the us, including acquisition transaction costs of $31,389, was $5,063,863 of which $3,781,389 was paid in cash, and we issued 116,497 shares of common stock valued at $1,282,473. In June 2008, we settled and paid aggregate additional cash consideration of $2,500,000 to the former Voacolo shareholders for the earnout settlement for the twelve months ended March 31, 2008. The acquisition of Voacolo expands our geographic presence in the Mid-Atlantic region and provides additional electrical contracting services in both high and low voltage applications, structured cabling and voice/data/video solutions, as well as the expansion of our operations into wireless video surveillance.
On August 1, 2007, we acquired Major. The aggregate consideration paid by us, including acquisition transaction costs of $44,226, was $6,292,151 of which $3,844,135 was paid in cash and we issued 242,776 shares of common stock valued at $2,448,016. In connection with the additional purchase price adjustments to settle earnout and working capital adjustments, we have recorded a receivable from the former Major shareholders of $371,566. This receivable will be repaid within the next 12 months in three equal installments. The acquisition of Major expands our geographic presence in the Pacific Northwest region and provides additional wireless and electrical contracting services in direct digital controls, security, wireless SCADA applications and wireless infrastructure.
On August 2, 2007, we acquired Max. The aggregate consideration paid by us,, including acquisition transaction costs of $30,498, was $830,498, of which $630,498 was paid in cash and we issued 17,007 shares of common stock valued at $200,000. In addition, we shall pay an additional: (i) $350,000 in cash or our common stock if Max’s earnings before interest and taxes for the twelve months ending August 1, 2008 shall equal or exceed $275,000; and (ii) $375,000 in cash or our common stock if Max’s earnings before interest and taxes for the twelve months ending August 1, 2009 shall equal or exceed $375,000. The acquisition of Max expands our geographic expansion into Texas and provides additional engineering services that specialize in the design of specialty communication systems and wireless infrastructure for the telecommunications, oil, gas and wind energy markets.
On November 1, 2007, we acquired Empire. The aggregate consideration paid by us, including acquisition transaction costs of $40,154, was $2,511,154 in cash. The acquisition of Empire expands our geographic presence in California and provides additional electrical contractor services that specialize in low voltage applications for healthcare, state government and military customers.
On November 30, 2007, we acquired James. Through April 30, 2008, the aggregate consideration paid by us,, including acquisition transaction costs of $78,267 was $1,559,993 in cash. In May 2008, we settled and paid aggregate additional cash consideration of $281,725 to the former James shareholders for final settlement of the net tangible asset adjustment. James is a design engineering services company specializing in building automation including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire protection, lift, security access and wireless systems. The acquisition of James provides us international expansion into Australia consistent with our emphasis on Australia, China and surrounding Pacific Rim countries.
On April 4, 2008, we acquired Energize. The aggregate consideration paid by us, including acquisition transaction costs of $108,676 was $1,684,321 in cash, subject to adjustment. Energize is an electrical contractor specializing in underground utilities, maintenance and low voltage applications including voice, data and video for commercial and building infrastructure companies, and is expanding its wireless deployment capabilities. The acquisition of Energize provides further international expansion into Australia.
On June 26, 2008, we acquired all the assets of Lincoln Wind for aggregate consideration of $415,977 in cash including acquisition transaction costs of $15,977. Lincoln Wind is an engineering company focused on the implementation of meteorological towers that measure the wind capacity of geographic areas prior to the construction of a wind farm. The acquisition of Lincoln Wind provides additional engineering services that specialize in the design of specialty communication systems for the wind energy market.
Backlog
As of July 31, 2008, we had a backlog of unfilled orders of approximately $54.0 million compared to approximately $31.1 million at July 31, 2007. We define backlog as the value of work-in-hand to be provided for customers as of a specific date where the following conditions are met (with the exception of engineering change orders): (i) the price of the work to be done is fixed; (ii) the scope of the work to be done is fixed, both in definition and amount; and (iii) there is a written contract, purchase order, agreement or other documentary evidence which represents a firm commitment by the customer to pay us for the work to be performed. These backlog amounts are based on contract values and purchase orders and may not result in actual receipt of revenue in the originally anticipated period or at all. We have experienced variances in the realization of our backlog because of project delays or cancellations resulting from external market factors and economic factors beyond our control and we may experience such delays or cancellations in the future. Backlog does not include new firm commitments that may be awarded to us by our customers from time to time in future periods. These new project awards could be started and completed in this same future period. Accordingly, our backlog does not necessarily represent the total revenue that could be earned by us in future periods.
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
We have no off-balance sheet arrangements.
Critical Accounting Policies
Financial Reporting Release No. 60, published by the SEC, recommends that all companies include a discussion of critical accounting policies used in the preparation of their financial statements. While all these significant accounting policies impact our financial condition and results of operations, we view certain of these policies as critical. Policies determined to be critical are those policies that have the most significant impact on our consolidated financial statements and require management to use a greater degree of judgment and estimates. Actual results may differ from those estimates.
We believe that given current facts and circumstances, it is unlikely that applying any other reasonable judgments or estimate methodologies would cause a material effect on our consolidated results of operations, financial position or liquidity for the periods presented in this report.
The accounting policies identified as critical are as follows:
Use of Estimates
In preparing financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, management is required to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and revenue and expenses during the reporting period. The most significant estimates relate to revenue recognition based on the estimation of percentage of completion on uncompleted contracts, valuation of inventory, allowance for doubtful accounts, estimated life of customer lists and estimates of the fair value of reporting units and discounted cash flows used in determining whether goodwill has been impaired. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Accounts Receivable
Accounts receivable are due within contractual payment terms and are stated at amounts due from customers net of an allowance for doubtful accounts. Credit is extended based on evaluation of a customer's financial condition. Accounts outstanding longer than the contractual payment terms are considered past due. We determine our allowance by considering a number of factors, including the length of time trade accounts receivable are past due, the Company's previous loss history, the customer's current ability to pay its obligation to the us, and the condition of the general economy and the industry as a whole. We write off accounts receivable when they become uncollectible, and payment subsequently received on such receivables are credited to the allowance for doubtful accounts.
Goodwill and Other Long-lived Assets
We assess the impairment of long-lived assets whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying value may not be recoverable from the estimated future cash flows expected to result from their use and eventual disposition. Our long-lived assets subject to this evaluation include property and equipment and amortizable intangible assets. We assess the impairment of goodwill annually as of April 30 and whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that it is more likely than not that an impairment loss has been incurred. Intangible assets other than goodwill are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be fully recoverable. We are required to make judgments and assumptions in identifying those events or changes in circumstances that may trigger impairment. Some of the factors we consider include a significant decrease in the market value of an asset, significant changes in the extent or manner for which the asset is being used or in its physical condition, a significant change, delay or departure in our business strategy related to the asset, significant negative changes in the business climate, industry or economic condition, or current period operating losses, or negative cash flow combined with a history of similar losses or a forecast that indicates continuing losses associated with the use of an asset.
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Our annual review for goodwill impairment for the fiscal years 2008 and 2007 found that no impairment existed. Our impairment review is based on comparing the fair value to the carrying value of the reporting units with goodwill. The fair value of a reporting unit is measured at the business unit level using a discounted cash flow approach that incorporates our estimates of future revenues and costs for those business units. Reporting units with goodwill include Heinz/Invisinet, SECS and Max within our wireless infrastructure segment and Walker, Clayborn, Quality, NECS, Voacolo, Major, Empire, James and Energize within our specialty communications segment. Our estimates are consistent with the plans and estimates that we are using to manage the underlying businesses. If we fail to deliver products and services for these business units, or market conditions for these businesses fail to improve, our revenue and cost forecasts may not be achieved and we may incur charges for goodwill impairment, which could be significant and could have a material adverse effect on our net equity and results of operations.
Deferred Income Taxes
We determine deferred tax liabilities and assets at the end of each period based on the future tax consequences that can be attributed to net operating loss and credit carryovers and differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases, using the tax rate expected to be in effect when the taxes are actually paid or recovered. The recognition of deferred tax assets is reduced by a valuation allowance if it is more likely than not that the tax benefits will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets depends upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible.
We consider past performance, expected future taxable income and prudent and feasible tax planning strategies in assessing the amount of the valuation allowance. Our forecast of expected future taxable income is based over such future periods that we believe can be reasonably estimated. Changes in market conditions that differ materially from our current expectations and changes in future tax laws in the U.S. may cause us to change our judgments of future taxable income. These changes, if any, may require us to adjust our existing tax valuation allowance higher or lower than the amount we have recorded.
Revenue Recognition
We generate our revenue by providing design-build engineering services for specialty communication systems and wireless infrastructure services. We provide services that include site design, technology integration, electrical contracting, construction and project management. Our engineering services report revenue pursuant to customer contracts that span varying periods of time. We report revenue from contracts when persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, fees are fixed or determinable, and collection is reasonably assured.
We record revenue and profit from long-term contracts on a percentage-of-completion basis, measured by the percentage of contract costs incurred to date to the estimated total costs for each contracts. Contracts in process are valued at cost plus accrued profits less earned revenues and progress payments on uncompleted contracts. Contract costs include direct materials, direct labor, third party subcontractor services and those indirect costs related to contract performance. Contracts are generally considered substantially complete when engineering is completed and/or site construction is completed.
We have numerous contracts that are in various stages of completion. Such contracts require estimates to determine the appropriate cost and revenue recognition. Cost estimates are reviewed monthly on a contract-by-contract basis, and are revised periodically throughout the life of the contract such that adjustments to profit resulting from revisions are made cumulative to the date of the revision. Significant management judgments and estimates, including the estimated cost to complete projects, which determines the project’s percent complete, must be made and used in connection with the revenue recognized in the accounting period. Current estimates may be revised as additional information becomes available. If estimates of costs to complete long-term contracts indicate a loss, provision is made currently for the total loss anticipated.
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ITEM 2 – MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
We also recognize certain revenue from short-term contracts when equipment is delivered or the services have been provided to the customer. For maintenance contracts, revenue is recognized ratably over the service period.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
In June 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes – an interpretation of FAS No. 109” (FIN 48), which clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes is subject to significant and varied interpretations that have resulted in diverse and inconsistent accounting practices and measurements. Addressing such diversity, FIN 48 prescribes a consistent recognition threshold and measurement attribute, as well as clear criteria for subsequently recognizing, derecognizing and measuring changes in such tax positions for financial statement purposes. FIN 48 also requires expanded disclosure with respect to the uncertainty in income taxes. FIN 48 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006. The adoption of FIN 48 on May 1, 2007 had no impact on our condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
On September 15, 2006, the FASB issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 157, “Fair Value Measurements” (SFAS 157), which is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007 and for interim periods within those years. SFAS 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value and expands the related disclosure requirements. On February 12, 2008, the FASB issued staff position No. FAS 157-2, “effective date of FASB No. 157 Fair Value Measurements”, which delays the effective date of SFAS 157 for non-financial assets and liabilities to fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2008. The adoption of SFAS 157 had no impact on our condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
In February, 2007, the FASB issued FASB Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 159, “The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities” (SFAS 159), which permits entities to choose to measure many financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses on items for which the fair value option has been elected are reported in earnings. SFAS 159 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. The adoption of SFAS 159 had no impact on our condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
On December 4, 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 141(R) “Business Combinations” (SFAS 141(R)), and SFAS No. 160 “Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated Financial Statements, an amendment of ARB No. 51” (SFAS 160). These new standards will significantly change the accounting for and reporting for business combination transactions and noncontrolling (minority) interests in consolidated financial statements. SFAS 141(R) and SFAS 160 are required to be adopted simultaneously and are effective for the first annual reporting period beginning on or after December 15, 2008. Earlier adoption is prohibited. We will evaluate the impact of adopting SFAS 141(R) and SFAS 160 on our condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
On March 19, 2008, the FASB Issued SFAS No. 161, “Disclosures About Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities” (SFAS 161). This statement is intended to improve financial reporting about derivative instruments and hedging activities by requiring enhanced disclosures. This statement is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years and interim periods beginning after November 15, 2008, with early application encouraged. We are currently evaluating the impact that SFAS 161 will have on our condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
No other recently issued accounting pronouncement issued or effective after the end of the fiscal year is expected to have a material impact on our condensed consolidated financial statements.
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ITEM 3 – CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
(a) Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures.
Our management, with the participation of our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures pursuant to Rule 13a-15 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as of July 31, 2008. In designing and evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, management recognizes that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives. In addition, the design of disclosure controls and procedures must reflect the fact that there are resource constraints and that management is required to apply its judgment in evaluating the benefits of possible controls and procedures relative to their costs.
Based on our evaluation, our chief executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures are designed at a reasonable assurance level and are effective to provide reasonable assurance that information we are required to disclose in reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in Securities and Exchange Commission rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
(b) Changes in internal control over financial reporting.
We regularly review our system of internal control over financial reporting and make changes to our processes and systems to improve controls and increase efficiency, while ensuring that we maintain an effective internal control environment. Changes may include such activities as implementing new, more efficient systems, consolidating activities, and migrating processes.
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II – OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. | | LEGAL PROCEEDINGS |
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| We are currently not a party to any material legal proceedings or claims. |
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ITEM 2. | | UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY 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 |
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31.1 - | Certification of Principal Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14 and Rule 15d-14(a), promulgated under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended |
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31.2 - | Certification of Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14 and Rule 15d-14(a), promulgated under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended |
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32.1 - | Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Chief Executive Officer) |
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32.2 - | Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Chief Financial Officer) |
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SIGNATURES
In accordance with the requirements of the Exchange Act, the registrant caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| WPCS INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED | |
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| By: | /s/ JOSEPH HEATER | |
| | Joseph Heater | |
| | Chief Financial Officer | |
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