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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
x QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the Quarterly period ended September 30, 2008
o TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from to
Commission File No. 333-133634
INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT INFORMATION, INC.
(Name of Small Business Issuer in its charter)
Colorado
43-1802805
(State or other jurisdiction ofincorporation or organization)
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
221 Wilcox, Suite A
Castle Rock, CO 80104
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)
Issuers telephone number, including area code:
(303) 895-3002
Check whether the issuer: (1) filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during the past 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 o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of accelerated filer and large accelerated filer in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer:
o
Accelerated filer:
Non-accelerated filer:
Smaller reporting company:
x
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).
Yeso No x
The number of shares of the registrants common stock, $.001 par value per share, outstanding as of November 7, 2008 was 20,880,731.
Transitional small business disclosure format (check one): Yes o Nox
Integrated Management Information, Inc.
September 30, 2008
Page:
Part 1 - Financial Information
Item 1.
Financial Statements:
Balance Sheets (unaudited), September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007
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Statements of Operations (unaudited), for the third quarter and year to date periods ended September 30, 2008 and 2007
4
Statements of Cash Flows (unaudited), for the year to date periods ended September 30, 2008 and 2007
5
Statements of Stockholders Equity(unaudited), for the year ended December 31, 2007 and the year to date period ended September 30, 2008
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Notes to Financial Statements
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Item 2.
Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
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Item 3.
Controls and Procedures
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Part II - Other Information
Legal Proceedings
21
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Defaults upon Senior Securities
Item 4.
Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
Item 5.
Other Information
Item 6.
Exhibits
2
Balance Sheets
(Unaudited)
Sept 30,
Dec 31,
2008
2007
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
102,228
170,882
Accounts receivable, net of allowance
539,422
193,737
Inventories
12,593
18,759
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
57,282
43,495
Total current assets
711,525
426,873
Property and equipment, net
63,459
54,134
Goodwill
418,208
Intangible assets, net
1,202
28,395
Total assets
776,186
927,610
Liabilities and Stockholders Equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
270,708
259,103
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
42,926
40,406
Deferred revenues
5,750
Short-term debt and current portion of notes payable
420,000
Total current liabilities
313,634
725,259
Notes payable and other long-term debt
300,000
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders equity:
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; none issued or outstanding
Common stock, $0.001 par value; 95,000,000 shares authorized; 20,911,506 and 28,245,506 shares issued, respectively; and 20,863,231 and 19,995,506 shares outstanding, respectively
20,911
28,246
Additional paid-in-capital
3,358,730
4,705,679
Treasury stock of 48,275 and 8,250,000 shares, respectively
(13,690
)
(1,485,000
Accumulated deficit
(3,203,399
(3,346,574
Total stockholders equity
162,552
(97,649
Total liabilities and stockholders equity
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Statements of Operations
Third Quarter ended
Year to Date Period ended
Sept 30,2008
Sept 30,2007
Revenues
597,262
437,691
1,768,308
1,133,141
Costs of revenues
352,152
145,472
779,754
311,260
Gross profit
245,110
292,219
988,554
821,881
Selling, general and administrative expenses
391,312
471,782
1,121,697
1,480,325
Gain on sale of online business
(366,991
Income (loss) from operations
220,789
(179,563
233,848
(658,444
Other expense (income):
Interest expense
7,603
4,712
25,075
10,825
Other income, net
(875
(3,335
(2,135
(6,114
Income (loss) before income taxes
214,061
(180,940
210,908
(663,155
Income taxes
Income (loss) from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
(53,071
(6,984
(67,733
(25,007
Net income (loss)
160,990
(187,924
143,175
(688,162
Income (loss) per share from continuing operations:
Basic
0.01
(0.01
(0.03
Diluted
Loss per share from discontinued operations:
Weighted average shares outstanding:
20,856,009
19,662,172
20,583,331
19,347,357
21,372,672
20,646,214
Statements of Cash Flows
Year to Date Period ended Sept 30,
Operating activities:
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amorization
38,080
23,941
Stock based compensation expense
5,716
36,948
Provision for doubtful accounts
4,146
21,026
Amortization under advertising rights
5,000
Loss on disposal of equipment
4,709
Gain on sale of online businesses
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
(349,831
(69,687
6,166
(6,443
(13,787
2,122
11,604
66,725
2,520
10,569
Deferred revenue
(5,750
8,142
Net cash used in operating activites
(515,243
(594,819
Investing activities:
Acquisition of property and equipment
(45,521
(25,894
Proceeds from sale of online businesses
800,000
Proceeds from sale of equipment
800
Net cash provided (used) in investing activities
755,279
Financing activities:
Proceeds from line of credit
38,000
Repayments on line of credit
(108,000
(86,622
Proceeds from Lapaesotes Note Payable
Repayment of CattleNetwork Note Payable
(350,000
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
125,000
350,000
Release of restricted cash
50,000
Stock repurchase under Buyback Program
Net cash provided (used) in financing activities
(308,690
613,378
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
(68,654
(7,335
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
230,539
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
223,204
Statements of Stockholders Equity
Additional
Common Stock
Paid-in
Retained
Treasury
Shares
Amount
Capital
Deficit
Stock
Total
Balance at December 31, 2006
27,023,283
27,024
4,315,571
(2,587,014
270,581
Issuance of common stock in connection with a private placement in February 2007
555,556
555
249,445
250,000
Issuance of common stock in connection with a private placement in August 2007
666,667
667
99,333
100,000
Stock-based compensation expense
41,330
Net loss
(759,560
Balance at December 31, 2007
28,245,506
Stock repurchase of 48,275 shares on the open market
Issuance of common stock in connection with a private placement in July 2008
916,000
916
124,084
Retirement of treasury stock
(8,250,000
(8,250
(1,476,750
1,485,000
Balance at September 30, 2008
20,911,506
20,912
3,358,729
Notes to the Financial Statements
Note 1 - The Company and Basis of Presentation
Business Overview
Integrated Management Information, Inc. (IMI Global, IMI, the Company or we) is a leading provider of verification and communication solutions in the agricultural and livestock industry. To our customers, we provide our owned and operated online properties and services which specialize in identification and traceability, process, production practice and supply verification, document control for USDA verification programs and third party auditing services. Our solutions help our customers establish their own systems, meet government regulations, create their own premium brand identity, gain cost efficiencies and command a higher price for their product.
IMI Global stands at the forefront of a rapidly evolving movement to track livestock and verify sources of beef and other livestock products. In the aftermath of the discovery of the first case of mad cow disease in the United States in December, 2003, many of the largest U.S. beef and other livestock export markets were closed resulting in significant losses to the industry. In response to the crisis, several initiatives were enacted to facilitate the reopening of key export markets. Most notably, U.S. suppliers seeking to sell beef and other livestock products to other countries must participate in a pre-approved Quality System Assessment Program so as to have an approved means of verifying specific product requirements. In response, we were the first to develop a USDA Quality System Assessment document management system for auditing the tracking systems used by beef and other livestock producers to verify source and age. We introduced our USVerified Source and Age Verification system in 2005, and over the years we have continued to enhance and further develop programs to address other verification needs including, but not limited to, non-hormone treated cattle (NHTC) and humane handling marketing claims. More recently, we worked with compliance programs, and marketing approaches in advance of completion of the country of origin labeling (COOL) legislations final rule, requiring meat retailers to display the country of origin on their meat and produce labels.
Asset Sale and Discontinued Operations
On July 15, 2008, we completed the sale (the asset sale) of three wholly-owned online businesses CattleNetwork, CattleStore and AgNetwork to Vance Publishing Corp. (Vance), a privately held provider of print and electronic media with a strong presence in the agricultural industry. The transaction included $800,000 in cash and an undeterminable value of advertising placements in Vances industry leading publications, including Drovers, Pork, Bovine Veterinarian and Dairy Herd Management, over a three year period. Vance has also contracted with us to provide network maintenance and support for the websites as part of a separate support agreement. In addition, Vance has agreed to open negotiations on another IMI Global product, AgTraderIndex (www.AgTraderIndex.com).
The wholly-owned online businesses were considered significant revenue streams; however, they historically have not contributed materially to gross profit. The assets sold in the transaction primarily represented all of the goodwill and intangible assets recorded on the balance sheet. We sold the assets at a substantial premium to the original purchase in 2005 and accordingly have recorded a gain on sale of approximately $367,000 during the third quarter of 2008. The advertising rights will be accounted for as a gain contingency as it involves uncertainties as to the possible gain that will be ultimately realized. The advertising rights are not assignable or resalable, therefore the fair market value is not determinable until such time as advertising actually occurs.
Our Statements of Operations present income (loss) from continuing operations and loss from discontinued operations. All discussions are based on income from continuing operations and therefore exclude all income statement items of the current and prior years discontinued operations.
Basis of Presentation
Our financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues, costs and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from the estimates.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
We adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 157, Fair Value Measurements, (SFAS 157) on January 1, 2008, which became effective for fiscal periods beginning after November 15, 2007. SFAS 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for using fair value to measure assets and liabilities, and expands disclosure about fair value measurements. SFAS 157 applies whenever other statements require or permit assets or liabilities to be measured at fair value. The adoption of SFAS 157 did not have an impact on our financial statements.
We adopted SFAS No. 159, The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities-Including an Amendment of FASB Statement No. 115 (SFAS No. 159) on January 1, 2008, which became effective for fiscal periods beginning after November 15, 2007. This standard permits entities to choose to measure many financial instruments and certain other items at fair value. While SFAS No. 159 became effective for our 2008 fiscal year, we did not elect the fair value measurement option for any of our financial assets or liabilities.
In March 2008, the FASB issued SFAS No. 161, Disclosures about Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, an amendment of FASB Statement No. 133 (SFAS 161). This statement changes the disclosure requirements for derivative instruments and hedging activities. SFAS 161 requires enhanced disclosures about (a) how and why an entity uses derivative instruments, (b) how derivative instruments and related hedged items are accounted for under SFAS 133 and its related interpretations, and (c) how derivative instruments and related hedged items affect an entitys financial position, financial performance, and cash flows. SFAS 161 is effective as of the beginning of our 2009 fiscal year. We are currently evaluating the potential impact, if any, of the adoption of SFAS 161 on our financial statements.
In April 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position No. FAS 142-3, Determination of the Useful Life of Intangible Assets (FSP 142-3). FSP 142-3 amends the factors that should be considered in developing renewal or extension assumptions that are used to determine the useful life of a recognized intangible asset under FASB Statement No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets and requires enhanced related disclosures. FSP 142-3 must be applied prospectively to all intangible assets acquired as of and subsequent to fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008. We are currently evaluating the impact that FSP 142-3 will have on our financial statements.
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In May 2008, the FASB issued SFAS No. 162, The Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (SFAS 162). SFAS 162 identifies the sources of accounting principles to be used in the preparation of financial statements of nongovernmental entities that are presented in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in the United States (the GAAP hierarchy). This Statement will be effective November 15, 2008. The Company currently adheres to the hierarchy of GAAP as presented in SFAS 162 and does not expect its adoption will have a material impact on its results of operations and financial condition.
We have considered all other recently issued accounting pronouncements and do not believe the adoption of such pronouncements will have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
Note 2 - Basic and Diluted Income (Loss) per Share
Basic income (loss) per share was computed by dividing income (loss) available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income (loss) per share is based on the assumption that all dilutive convertible shares and stock options were converted or exercised. Dilution is computed by applying the treasury stock method. Under this method, options and warrants are assumed to be exercised at the beginning of the period (or at the time of issuance, if later), and as if funds obtained thereby were used to purchase common stock at the average market price during the period. Weighted average number of shares used to compute basic and diluted loss per share is the same in these financial statements since the effect of dilutive securities is anti-dilutive.
The following is a reconciliation of the share data used in the basic and diluted income (loss) per share computations:
Basic:
Weighted average shares outstanding
Diluted:
Weighted average effects of dilutive securities
Stock options under Plans
516,663
62,883
Stock options granted to Founders
Warrants
Antidilutive securities:
3,537,500
3,657,500
6,000,000
922,810
10,460,310
10,580,310
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Note 3 - Stock-Based Compensation
Our stock based award plans (collectively referred to as the Plans) provide for the issuance of stock-based awards to employees, officers, directors and consultants. The Plans permit the granting of stock awards and stock options. The vesting of stock-based awards is generally subject to meeting certain performance based objectives, the passage of time or a combination of both, and continued employment through the vesting period. Stock option activity under our Plans is summarized as follows:
Numberof Options
Weighted Avg.Exercise Priceper Share
Outstanding, December 31, 2007
0.78
Granted
1,758,000
0.24
Exercised
Forfeited
Outstanding, September 30, 2008
5,415,500
0.60
Exercisable, September 30, 2008
4,429,000
0.69
The fair value of stock options is estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions:
For the Quarter ended
For the Year to Date Period ended
Expected life of options from date of grant
3.0 years
3 - 4 years
2 - 4 years
Risk free interest rate
2.8 - 2.9%
4.7 - 4.9%
2.5 - 2.9%
Expected volatility
35.9%
Assumed dividend yield
0.0%
Dividend yield is based on our historical and anticipated policy of not paying cash dividends. Expected volatility is based on the calculated value method set forth in FAS 123R (based on historical volatilities of appropriate industry sector indices) because our stock did not have sufficient historic share price data available, as it was not publicly traded prior to November 15, 2006. The risk-free interest rate is based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant for periods corresponding with the expected term of the options. The expected term of options represents the period of time that options granted are expected to be outstanding giving consideration to vesting schedules.
Our stock-based compensation cost for the third quarters ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 was $2,000 and $1,733, respectively, and has been included in general and administrative expenses. Stock-based compensation cost for the year to date periods ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 was $5,716 and $36,948, respectively. No tax benefits were recognized for these costs due to our cumulative losses as well as a full valuation reserve on our deferred tax assets.
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Note 4 - - Stock Buyback Plan
On January 7, 2008, we announced our intention to buy back up to one million shares of our common stock from the open market over the first six months of 2008. Our Board of Directors extended the period of time in which we can buy back shares until June 30, 2009.
As of September 30, 2008, we have repurchased 48,275 shares at an average price of $0.26 per share. Total cash consideration for the repurchased shares was $13,690. The repurchased shares are recorded as part of treasury stock and are accounted for under the cost method.
Note 5 Income Taxes
Deferred tax assets and liabilities have been determined based upon the differences between the financial statement amounts and the tax bases of assets and liabilities as measured by enacted tax rates expected to be in effect when these differences are expected to reverse. In assessing the reliability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Our net operating loss carry forwards are the most significant component of our deferred income tax assets; however, the ultimate realization of our deferred income tax assets is dependent upon generation of future taxable income. We consider past history, the scheduled reversal of taxable temporary differences, projected future taxable income, and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. As of September 30, 2008 and 2007, we believe it is more likely than not that our net deferred tax asset will not be realized and accordingly we have recorded a valuation allowance against the deferred tax assets.
We will continue to assess the need for a valuation allowance that results from uncertainty regarding our ability to realize the benefits of our deferred tax assets. As we move closer towards achieving net income for a full year, we will review qualitative and quantitative data, including events within our industry, the nature of our business, our future forecasts and historical trending. If we conclude that our prospects for the realization of our deferred tax assets are more likely than not, we will then reduce our valuation allowance as appropriate and credit income tax expense after considering the following factors:
· The levels of historical taxable income and projections for future taxable income over periods in which the deferred tax assets would be deductible, and
· Accumulation of net income before tax utilizing a look-back period of three years.
The amount of the deferred tax asset considered realizable, however, could be reduced if estimates of future taxable income during the carry-forward periods are reduced.
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Note 6 - Notes Payable
Notes payable consist of the following:
December 31, 2007
Platte Valley Line of Credit
70,000
Cattlefeeding.com Note
Lapaesotes Note Payable
720,000
Less current portion of notes payable and other long-term debt
Concurrent with the closing of the asset sale on July 15, 2008 as previously discussed, $94,000 of the proceeds were used to settle our line of credit with Platte Valley Bank and release all security agreements. The line of credit was secured by the personal guarantees of our two founding shareholders and the accounts receivable of the company. Interest was payable monthly based on the prime rate with a floor and ceiling cap of 6.75% and 13.75%, respectively.
In connection with the 2005 acquisition of the assets of Cattlefeeding.com, we issued a note payable to Cattlefeeding.com, Inc. in the amount of $350,000. Under the Note, interest in the amount of 5% of outstanding principal was payable on a monthly basis, with all outstanding principal and interest payable on June 12, 2008. In June 2008, the maturity of the note was extended until July 15, 2008. Concurrent with the closing of the asset sale on July 15, 2008 as previously discussed, $350,000 of the proceeds were used to pay the Cattlefeeding.com note payable in full.
Lapaseotes Note Payable
In September 2007, we obtained $300,000 in unsecured debt financing. The $300,000 note held by a major shareholder, bears an interest rate of 9% per annum, payable quarterly. The principal balance is due on September 12, 2011.
Note 7 - Related Party Transactions
In September 2007, we obtained $300,000 in unsecured debt financing. The $300,000 note is held by a major shareholder who is related to Pete Lapaseotes, a director. The note bears an interest rate of 9% per annum, payable quarterly. The principal balance is due on September 12, 2011.
During the third quarter of 2008, we completed a private placement with a board member and a major shareholder for our common stock. We issued 916,000 shares of our common stock at $0.14 per share, netting total consideration of $125,000.
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Note 8 - Commitments and Contingencies
Operating Leases
In June 2006, we entered into a building lease for our headquarters in Castle Rock, Colorado. The lease is for a period of five years and can be extended for an additional five years. In addition to the primary rent, the lease requires additional payments for operating costs and other common area maintenance costs.
As of September 30, 2008, the annual primary lease payments are as follows:
Years Ending December 31,
11,400
2009
46,171
2010
47,326
2011
48,509
2012
24,554
Thereafter
Total lease commitments
177,960
We lease a copier machine which requires a base rent of $189.00 per month or $2,268 annually. The lease expires in September 2009.
Employment Agreements
In January 2006, we entered into an employment contract with John Saunders as our President and Chief Executive Officer for an annual salary of $90,000 subject to annual performance review adjustments. The agreement automatically renews annually unless a 60-day notice of non-renewal is provided by either the Company or the employee.
In January 2006, we entered into an employment contract with Leann Saunders as our Vice President of Quality Control for an annual salary of $90,000 subject to annual performance review adjustments. The agreement automatically renews annually unless a 60-day notice of non-renewal is provided by either the Company or the employee. In September 2008, Mrs. Saunders was promoted to the position of President. There was no adjustment to Mrs. Saunders annual salary.
In February 2007, we entered into an employment contract with Rob Streight as our Chief Operating Officer for an annual salary of $150,000 subject to annual performance review adjustments. The agreement automatically renews annually unless a 60-day notice of non-renewal is provided by either the Company or the employee. In September 2008, Mr. Streight began working on an as-needed basis and his salary is being adjusted accordingly.
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Legal proceedings
The Company is and may be involved in various unresolved legal actions, administrative proceedings and claims in the ordinary course of business. Although it is not possible to predict with certainty the outcome of these unresolved actions, we do not believe, based on current knowledge, that any legal proceeding or claim is likely to have a material effect on its financial position, results of operation or cash flows.
Other
On June 3, 2008, Tyson Foods, Inc. filed a petition to cancel the trademark Beef Born & Raised in the USA®. On July 14, 2008, Born & Raised in the USA® filed a motion to dismiss the cancellation action. Both motions are pending before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Integrated Management Information, Inc. (IMI Global) is the exclusive worldwide marketing partner for the Born & Raised in the USA® labeling program, which includes unique and distinctive labeling for beef, pork, poultry, lamb, fish and game. As such, IMI Global is marketing the label and providing USDA compliance to retailers who must display on meat packaging a label identifying the country of origin (COOL) for meat products beginning in the fall of 2008.
IMI Global supports Born & Raised in the USA® in its decision to defend its trademarked labeling, believing that the trademarks were legally issued and are fully enforceable. IMI Global continues to market the label and verification program and has expressed its desire to work closely with Tyson Foods on this program.
Note 9 - Liquidity
Historically, our growth has been funded through a combination of convertible debt from private investors and private placement offerings. We continually evaluate all funding options including additional offerings of our securities to private, public and institutional investors and other credit facilities as they become available.
The primary driver of our operating cash flow is our third-party verification solutions, specifically the gross margin generated from services provided. Therefore we focus on the elements of those operations including revenue growth and long term projects that ensure a steady stream of operating profits to enable us to meet our cash obligations. On a weekly basis we review the performance of each of our revenue streams focusing on third party verification solutions compared with prior periods and our operating plan. Based on the continued sales growth and overall improvement in our performance, we believe that we will achieve profitability for the year ended December 31, 2008. The culmination of all our efforts toward profitability has brought opportunities to us including: increased investor confidence and renewed interest in our company, third-party interest in our expertise to develop and enhance websites, as well as the potential to develop business relationships with long term strategic partners. In keeping with our core business, we will continue to review our business model with a focus on profitability, long term capital solutions and the potential impact of acquisitions or divestitures, if such an opportunity arises.
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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
We are a recognized leader providing third-party verification and communication solutions for the agriculture industry. To our customers, we provide our owned and operated online properties and services which specialize in identification and traceability, process, production practice and supply verification, document control for USDA verification programs and third party auditing services. Our solutions help our customers establish their own systems, meet government regulations, create their own premium brand identity, gain cost efficiencies and command a higher price for their product.
2008 Performance Highlights
Our revenues for the third quarter 2008 increased approximately 37% to $597,262 compared to revenue of $437,691 during third quarter 2007. We experienced significant growth in program development and web based development services in connection with our third party verification programs.
Net Income
For the third quarter 2008 we had net income of $160,990. This represents our second consecutive quarter of net income in our history.
Debt Repayment
In connection with the closing of the asset sale, $350,000 of the proceeds was used to pay the Cattlefeeding.com note payable in full. Additionally, we repaid amounts outstanding under our line of credit.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
At September 30, 2008, we had cash and cash equivalents of $102,228 compared to $170,882 of cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2007. Our working capital at September 30, 2008 was $397,891 compared to a deficit of $298,386 at December 31, 2007.
Net cash used by operating activities during the year to date period ended September 30, 2008 was $515,243 compared to $594,819 during the same period in 2007. Cash used by operating activities (continuing and discontinued operations) is driven by our net loss and adjusted by non-cash items. Non-cash adjustments primarily include depreciation, amortization of intangible assets and stock based compensation expense. The improvement was primarily driven by better operating performance yields over a greater volume of sales at consistent overhead levels offset by increased expenses associated with the sale of the online businesses. Additionally, the timing of cash receipts and cash disbursements affects our operating assets and cash balances.
Net cash provided by investing activities of $755,279 is primarily attributable to the sale of the online businesses during the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Our capital expenditures were $45,521 and $25,894 for the year to date periods ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively. Our capital expenditures are primarily related to purchases and internal development of information technology assets to support our product and service offerings. As we anticipate continued growth, we expect to continue investing additional capital in our information technology assets.
Net cash used by financing activities of $308,690 during the year to date period ended September 30, 2008 was primarily related to the repayment of the CattleNetwork Note Payable. Cash provided by financing activities of $613,378 during 2007 was due to the completion of a private placement offering of our common stock and issuance of new unsecured debt.
Our plan for continued growth is primarily based upon intensifying our focus on international markets. We believe that there are significant growth opportunities available to us because often the only way to
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access various restrictions as imposed on international market imports/exports is via a quality verification program, like our USVerified.com product line.
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements
As of September 30, 2008, we had no off-balance sheet arrangements of any type.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Third Quarter and Year to Date Periods ended September 30, 2008 compared to Same Periods in 2007
Revenues are derived from sales of our USVerified identification and verification solutions, consulting services, web-based development and hardware sales. Revenues for the third quarter and year to date period ended September 30, 2008 were $597,262 and $1,768,308, an improvement of 37% and 56% over the same periods in 2007, respectively. The improvement in sales was primarily due to significant growth in program development and web based development services in connection with our third party verification programs.
During the third quarter ended September 30, 2008, our third party verification revenue, which includes sales of our USVerified solutions and related consulting, program development and web-based development services, increased 40% to $441,564 in second quarter 2008 from $316,628 in the same quarter 2007. For the year to date period ended September 30, 2008, sales increased 57% to $1,462,235 compared to $932,709 in the same 2007 period.
We believe that customer demand for third party verification services will continue to increase with the reopening of key export markets, increasing demand for verification of NHTC and humane handling marketing claims. We also believe the demand for verification will continue to grow and present other opportunities for our business in light of the many recent product recalls in fresh produce and with the advent of the new legislation concerning country of origin labeling (COOL). Effective September 30, 2008, all muscle cuts and ground beef (including veal), lamb, chicken, goat and pork produced and
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packaged after September 30, 2008, must be labeled at retail to include a country of origin label (COOL). The rule also covers perishable agricultural commodities (fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables), macadamia nuts, pecans, ginseng and peanuts. We are the exclusive worldwide marketing partner for Born & Raised in the USA® a labeling program that we believe is ideally suited to help producers, packers and retailers comply with the new labeling requirements.
Revenues derived from sales of hardware, primarily sales of cattle identification ear tags, increased 36% to $148,198 in the third quarter 2008 compared to $108,823 in the third quarter 2007. For the year to date period ended September 30, 2008, sales increased 35% to $253,323 compared to $188,193 in the same 2007 period.
Our e-learning solutions represent a new revenue stream for us in 2008 and generated $52,750 for the year to date period ended September 30, 2008.
Cost of Sales and Gross Margin
Cost of sales for the third quarter 2008 were $352,152 compared to $145,472 during the third quarter 2007 and $779,754 for the 2008 year to date period compared to $311,260 in the 2007 period. Gross margin for the third quarter 2008 declined by approximately 26 basis points to 41% of revenues compared to 67% for the third quarter 2007 and approximately 17 basis points to 56% of revenues for the 2008 year to date period compared to 73% for the same 2007 period. The change was partially due to the addition of dedicated personnel providing program development and web based development services in connection with our third party verification programs coupled with shifts in the sales mix of our lower margin hardware sales. Due to our focus on margins, our commitment to long term growth and the scalability of the programs we develop, we anticipate that our margins will continue to be impacted for the next few quarters.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses for the third quarter 2008 were $391,312, a decrease of $80,470, or 17% over the third quarter 2007 amount of $471,782. The decrease was primarily due to a $27,741 reduction in spending for contracted services and other professional service fees, $29,811 decrease in travel expenses and an overall decrease in expenses due to managements efforts to aggressively control costs.
For the year to date period ended September 30, 2008, expenses were $1,121,697, a decrease of $358,628, or 24% compared to $1,480,325 for the same period in 2007. The decrease was primarily due to a $31,233 reduction in stock based compensation expense, $144,513 reduction in spending for contracted services and other professional service fees, $77,532 decrease travel expenses and an overall decrease in expenses due to managements efforts to aggressively control costs.
Gain on Sale of Online Businesses
On July 15, 2008, we completed the sale of three wholly-owned online businesses CattleNetwork, CattleStore and AgNetwork to Vance Publishing Corp. (Vance), a privately held provider of print and electronic media with a strong presence in the agricultural industry. The assets sold in the transaction primarily represented all of the goodwill and intangible assets recorded on the balance sheet. We sold the assets at a substantial premium to the original purchase in 2005 and accordingly have recorded a gain on sale of approximately $367,000 during the third quarter of 2008.
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Other Expense (Income)
Interest expense for the third quarter 2008 increased to $7,603 compared to $4,712 for the third quarter 2007 and $25,075 for the year to date period ended September 30, 2008 compared to $10,825 for the same period in 2007. The increase during 2008 was primarily attributable to more interest expense incurred on a greater borrowing base at higher interest rates during part of 2008 as compared to 2007.
In connection with the closing of the asset sale previously described, we recorded a gain on sale of approximately $367,000 during the third quarter of 2008.
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
As a result of the foregoing, income from continuing operations for the third quarter 2008 was $214,061 or $0.01 per basic and diluted common share, compared to loss from continuing operations of $180,940 or $0.01 loss per basic and diluted common share for the third quarter 2007. Income from continuing operations for the year to date period ended September 30, 2008 was $143,175 or $0.01 per basic and diluted common share, compared to loss from continuing operations of $688,162 or $0.03 loss per basic and diluted common share for the same period in 2007.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES, JUDGMENTS AND ESTIMATES
Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations is based upon our financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with GAAP. The preparation of these consolidated financial statements requires us to make estimates, judgments and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and the related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
An accounting policy is considered to be critical if it requires an accounting estimate to be made based on assumptions about matters that are highly uncertain at the time the estimate is made, and if different estimates that reasonably could have been used, or changes in the accounting estimate that are reasonably likely to occur, could materially impact the consolidated financial statements. We believe that the following critical accounting policies reflect the more significant estimates and assumptions used in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill is tested for impairment at the reporting unit level (operating segment or one level below an operating segment) on an annual basis and between annual tests in certain circumstances. Application of the goodwill impairment test requires judgment, including the identification of reporting units, assigning assets and liabilities to reporting units, assigning goodwill to reporting units, and determining the fair value of each reporting unit. Significant judgments required to estimate the fair value of reporting units include estimating future cash flows, and determining appropriate discount rates, growth rates and other assumptions. Changes in these estimates and assumptions could materially affect the determination of fair value for each reporting unit which could trigger impairment. Based on our 2007 impairment test, there would have to be a significant unfavorable change to our assumptions used in such calculations for an impairment to exist.
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We amortize other intangible assets over their estimated useful lives. We record an impairment charge on these assets when we determine that their carrying value may not be recoverable. The carrying value is not recoverable if it exceeds the undiscounted future cash flows resulting from the use of the asset and its eventual disposition. When there is existence of one or more indicators of impairment, we measure any impairment of intangible assets based on a projected discounted cash flow method using a discount rate determined by our management to be commensurate with the risk inherent in our business model. Our estimates of future cash flows attributable to our other intangible assets require significant judgment based on our historical and anticipated results and are subject to many factors. Different assumptions and judgments could materially affect the calculation of the fair value of our other intangible assets which could trigger impairment.
As previously described, the assets sold in connection with the sale of three wholly-owned online businesses CattleNetwork, CattleStore and AgNetwork primarily represented all of the goodwill and intangible assets recorded on the balance sheet. We sold the assets at a substantial premium to the original purchase in 2005 and accordingly have recorded a gain on sale of approximately $367,000 during the third quarter of 2008.
Stock-Based Compensation Expense
Calculating stock-based compensation expense requires the input of highly subjective assumptions, including the expected term of the stock-based awards, stock price volatility, and the pre-vesting option forfeiture rate. We estimate the expected life of options granted based on historical exercise patterns, which we believe are representative of future behavior. We estimate the volatility of our common stock on the date of grant based on the implied volatility of publicly traded options on our common stock, with a term of one year or greater. We believe that implied volatility calculated based on actively traded options on our common stock is a better indicator of expected volatility and future stock price trends than historical volatility. Therefore, expected volatility for the year to date period ended September 30, 2008 and for the year ended December 31, 2007 was based on a market-based implied volatility. The assumptions used in calculating the fair value of stock-based awards represent our best estimates, but these estimates involve inherent uncertainties and the application of management judgment. As a result, if factors change and we use different assumptions, our stock-based compensation expense could be materially different in the future. In addition, we are required to estimate the expected forfeiture rate and only recognize expense for those shares expected to vest. We estimate the forfeiture rate based on historical experience of our stock-based awards that are granted, exercised and cancelled. If our actual forfeiture rate is materially different from our estimate, the stock-based compensation expense could be significantly different from what we have recorded in the current period.
ITEM 3. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
The Companys management, with the participation of the Companys principal executive officer and principal financial officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Companys disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on such evaluation, the Companys principal executive officer and principal financial officer have concluded that, as of the end of such period, the Companys disclosure controls and procedures were effective.
Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There have not been any changes in the Companys internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the most recent fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Companys internal control over financial reporting.
PART II OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
We are and may be involved in various unresolved legal actions, administrative proceedings and claims in the ordinary course of business. Although it is not possible to predict with certainty the outcome of these unresolved actions, we do not believe, based on current knowledge, that any legal proceeding or claim is likely to have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
During the third quarter of 2008, we completed a private placement of our common stock and issued 916,000 shares of our common stock at an average price of $0.14 per share, netting total consideration of $125,000. The proceeds from the sale of the shares will be used for general working capital purposes.
Common stock issued was offered and sold by us in reliance upon the exemption from registration under Section 4(2) of the Securities Act, relating to sales by an issuer not involving a public offering. The sales of securities were made without the use of an underwriter. All recipients either received adequate information about us or had access, through relationships with us, to information about us.
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES
None
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 6. EXHIBITS
(a) Exhibits
Number
Description
31.1
Section 302 Certification of CEO
31.2
Section 302 Certification of CFO
32.1
Section 906 Certification of CEO
32.2
Section 906 Certification of CFO
SIGNATURES
In accordance with Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act, the registrant caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Date: November 14, 2008
By:
/s/ John K. Saunders
Chief Executive Officer
/s/ Dannette D. Boyd
Chief Financial Officer
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