Cost Reduction Actions
Resideo has initiated cost reduction actions that are expected to result in an approximate 5% decrease in Resideo’s global workforce and approximately $70 million of annualized savings once fully implemented, which is expected to be within the next 12-24 months. Key initiatives include right-sizing the business, simplifying the organizational structure, optimizing manufacturing, and rationalizing corporate spending. These cost reduction measures are expected to improve the focus of operational resources on advancing strategic initiatives and better position Resideo to scale with future growth.
The Company incurred $35 million in restructuring and impairment expenses related to these costs reduction actions, which were recorded in the fourth quarter of 2022. Cash costs associated with these actions are expected to be approximately $25 million and paid throughout 2023.
Products and Solutions 2022 Highlights
| • | | Net revenue of $2.78 billion, up 13% compared to 2021 |
| • | | Operating profit of $527 million, down 3% compared to 2021 |
| • | | Completed the acquisition of First Alert and made significant integration progress |
| • | | Revenue growth in Air products of 11% year-over-year, driven by connected thermostats |
Products and Solutions delivered record revenue of $2.78 billion in 2022, up 13% compared to 2021, including $341 million revenue contribution from the First Alert acquisition in 2022 and approximately $95 million of unfavorable impact from foreign exchange movements. Growth in Air products, driven by strength in connected thermostats and zoning solutions, was partially offset by slower Security product sales. Results in the second half of 2022 were negatively impacted by inventory destocking across OEM and distribution channels.
Gross margin for the year was 38.7%, compared to 39.6% in 2021. Gross margin was negatively impacted by the inclusion of lower margin First Alert revenue, continued input inflation, and lower volumes, partially offset by strong realization on pricing actions. Operating profit for 2022 was $527 million, or 18.9% of revenue, down from 21.9% in 2021. Products and Solutions made significant progress during 2022 on a number of key long-term initiatives focused on driving product and services innovation across the portfolio. At the center of this is software platforming work and expansion of home energy management solutions. Additionally, the acquisition of First Alert in late March 2022 added significant new capabilities to the product portfolio around smoke and carbon monoxide detection. This includes the opportunity to expand First Alert products into our traditional distribution channel and with new residential construction customers.
ADI Global Distribution 2022 Highlights
| • | | Revenue of $3.59 billion, up 6% compared to 2021 |
| • | | Gross margin of 19.4%, up 130 basis points compared to 2021 |
| • | | Operating profit of $313 million, up 17% compared to 2021 |
| • | | E-commerce sales growth of 24% year-over-year, accounting for 18% of ADI total revenue in 2022 |
ADI revenue of $3.59 billion in 2022 was up 6% compared to 2021, driven by 10% year-over-year growth in North America. During 2022, acquisitions completed in the past twelve months added $86 million and foreign exchange was a headwind of approximately $66 million compared to the prior year. Demand and pricing were strong in categories that typically serve commercial end markets including fire, video surveillance and access control. This was partially offset by slower demand trends within the residential focused intrusion and audio visual categories.
ADI continued to enhance the customer’s omnichannel experience, drive growth in private brands, and expand its presence into attractive adjacent categories. ADI’s e-commerce channel grew 24%, representing 18% of total ADI revenue, with overall touchless revenue reaching 37% of ADI’s total revenue. Exclusive brands sales grew 25% compared to 2021, and revenue from categories servicing audio visual and data com exceeded $500 million for 2022.
Gross margin of 19.4% in 2022 was up 130 basis points compared to 2021. Benefits from the current inflationary pricing environment, progress on ADI specific price optimization efforts, and expansion of exclusive brands all contributed to margin expansion. Selling, general and administrative expenses were $373 million in 2022, up 10% compared to 2021 supporting growth in adjacent categories and investment in digital initiatives. Operating profit of $313 million for 2022 was up 17% from $268 million in 2021.