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FARO Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Q4 revenue of $98.8 million, at the upper end of our guidance rangeQ4 earnings per share (“EPS”) of $0.08; Non-GAAP EPS of $0.36, above our guidance rangeSignificant improvement in cash flow, which results in positive Q4 and FY2023 cash flow from operations

LAKE MARY, Fla., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FARO® Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO), a global leader in 4D digital reality solutions, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

“We are pleased with our improved financial performance and remain excited about the long term prospects of our integrated hardware and software solutions strategy to create customer value in our core markets,” said Peter Lau, President & Chief Executive Officer. “GAAP EPS of $0.08 and non-GAAP EPS of $0.36 exceeded the high end of our guidance range. GAAP net income of $1.6 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $13.2 million, an increase of 12% year over year, attributed to higher than anticipated revenue and continued improvement in operational execution. We also expanded our cash position by generating $18.7 million of operating cash flow in the quarter, driven by profitability and efficiencies in working capital.”

Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Summary

Total sales of $98.8 million, down 5% year over yearGross margin of 50.9%, compared to 49.1% in the prior year periodNon-GAAP gross margin of 52.5%, compared to 52.8% in the prior year periodOperating expenses of $48.9 million, compared to $52.7 million in the prior year periodNon-GAAP operating expenses of $41.3 million, compared to $45.8 million in the prior year periodNet income of $1.6 million, or $0.08 per share compared to net loss of $2.2 million, or $(0.12) per share in the prior year periodNon-GAAP net income of $6.8 million, or $0.36 per share compared to net income of $7.1 million, or $0.38 per share in the prior year periodAdjusted EBITDA of $13.2 million, or 13.3% of total sales compared to $11.7 million, or 11.3% of total sales in the prior year periodCash, cash equivalents & short-term investments of $96.3 million, compared to $79.9 million as of September 30, 2023.

* A reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures is provided in the financial schedules portion at the end of this press release. An additional explanation of these measures is included below under the heading “Non-GAAP Financial Measures”.

Full Year 2023 Financial Summary

Total sales of $358.8 million, up 4% compared to the prior year periodNet loss of $56.6 million, or $(2.99) per share compared to net loss of $26.8 million, or $(1.46) per share in the prior year periodNon-GAAP net loss of $2.4 million, or $(0.13) per share compared to non-GAAP net income of $4.6 million, or $0.25 per share in the prior year period

Outlook for the First Quarter 2024
For the first quarter ending March 31, 2024, FARO currently expects:

Revenue in the range of $77 to $85 millionGross margin in the range of 49.0% – 50.5%. Non-GAAP gross margin in the range of 49.5% – 51.0% Operating expenses in the range of $47.5$49.5 million. Non-GAAP operating expenses in the range of $41$43 millionNet loss per share in the range of ($0.66)($0.46). Non-GAAP loss per share in the range of ($0.20) to $0.00

Conference Call
The Company will host a conference call to discuss these results on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access the conference call by dialing (800) 245-3047 (U.S.) or +1 (203) 518-9708 (International) and using the passcode FARO. A live webcast will be available in the Investor Relations section of FARO’s website at: https://www.faro.com/en/About-Us/Investor-Relations/Financial-Events-and-Presentations

A replay webcast will be available in the Investor Relations section of the company’s web site approximately two hours after the conclusion of the call and will remain available for approximately 30 calendar days.

About FARO
For 40 years, FARO has provided industry-leading technology solutions that enable customers to measure their world, and then use that data to make smarter decisions faster. FARO continues to be a pioneer in bridging the digital and physical worlds through data-driven reliable accuracy, precision, and immediacy. For more information, visit www.faro.com.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This press release contains information about our financial results that are not presented in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). These non-GAAP financial measures, including non-GAAP gross profit, non-GAAP gross margin, non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP income from operations, non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP net income per share, exclude the impact of purchase accounting intangible amortization expense and fair value adjustments, stock-based compensation, restructuring and other charges, and other tax adjustments, and are provided to enhance investors’ overall understanding of our historical operations and financial performance.

In addition, we present EBITDA, which is calculated as net income (loss) before interest (income) expense, net, income tax benefit (expense) and depreciation and amortization and fair value adjustments, and Adjusted EBITDA, which is calculated as EBITDA, excluding other (income) expense, net, stock-based compensation, and restructuring and other charges, as measures of our operating profitability. The most directly comparable GAAP measure to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA is net income (loss). We also present Adjusted EBITDA margin, which is calculated as Adjusted EBITDA as a percent of total sales.

In our fourth quarter reporting, we have included non-GAAP total sales on a constant currency basis. The most directly comparable GAAP measure to total sales on a constant currency basis is total sales. We believe constant currency information is useful in analyzing underlying trends in our business and the commercial performance of our products by eliminating the impact of highly volatile fluctuations in foreign currency markets and allows for period-to-period comparisons of our performance. For simplicity, we may elect to omit this information in future periods if we determine a lack of material impact. To present this information, current period performance for entities reporting in currencies other than U.S. dollars are converted to U.S. dollars at the exchange rate in effect during the last day of the prior comparable period.

Management believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide investors with relevant period-to-period comparisons of our core operations using the same methodology that management employs in its review of the Company’s operating results. These financial measures are not recognized terms under GAAP and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for a measure of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP.

These non-GAAP financial measures have limitations that should be considered before using these measures to evaluate a company’s financial performance. These non-GAAP financial measures, as presented, may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies due to varying methods of calculation. The financial statement tables that accompany this press release include a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.

Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties, such as statements about the outlook for the first quarter of 2024, demand for and customer acceptance of FARO’s products, FARO’s product development and product launches, FARO’s growth, strategic and restructuring plans and initiatives, including but not limited to the additional restructuring charges expected to be incurred in connection with our restructuring and integration plans and the timing and amount of cost savings and other benefits expected to be realized from the restructuring and integration plans and other strategic initiatives, and FARO’s growth potential and profitability. Statements that are not historical facts or that describe the Company’s plans, objectives, projections, expectations, assumptions, strategies, or goals are forward-looking statements. In addition, words such as “is,” “will” and similar expressions or discussions of FARO’s plans or other intentions identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to various known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performances, or achievements to differ materially from future results, performances, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Consequently, undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:

the Company’s ability to realize the intended benefits of its undertaking to transition to a company that is reorganized around functions to improve the efficiency of its sales organization and to improve operational effectiveness;the Company’s inability to successfully execute its strategic plan, restructuring plan and integration plan, including but not limited to additional impairment charges and/or higher than expected severance costs and exit costs, and its inability to realize the expected benefits of such plans;the changes in our executive management team in 2023 and 2024 and the loss of any of our executive officers or other key personnel, which may be impacted by factors such as our inability to competitively address inflationary pressures on employee compensation and flexibility in employee work arrangements;the outcome of any litigation to which the Company is or may become a party;loss of future government sales;potential impacts on customer and supplier relationships and the Company’s reputation;development by others of new or improved products, processes or technologies that make the Company’s products less competitive or obsolete;the Company’s inability to maintain its technological advantage by developing new products and enhancing its existing products;declines or other adverse changes, or lack of improvement, in industries that the Company serves or the domestic and international economies in the regions of the world where the Company operates and other general economic, business, and financial conditions;the effect of general economic and financial market conditions, including in response to public health concerns;assumptions regarding the Company’s financial condition or future financial performance may be incorrect;the impact of fluctuations in foreign exchange rates and inflation rates; andother risks and uncertainties discussed in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 that will be filed with the SEC following this earnings release, and in other SEC filings.

Forward-looking statements in this release represent the Company’s judgment as of the date of this release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, unless otherwise required by law.

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

Three Months Ended

Twelve Months Ended

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

December 31,
2023

December 31,
2022

December 31,
2023

December 31,
2022

Sales

Product

$         78,818

$         83,265

$       278,572

$       265,280

Service

20,022

20,594

80,259

80,485

Total sales

98,840

103,859

358,831

345,765

Cost of sales

Product

37,781

40,957

150,472

123,836

Service

10,773

11,867

43,360

46,166

Total cost of sales

48,554

52,824

193,832

170,002

Gross profit

50,286

51,035

164,999

175,763

Operating expenses

Selling, general and administrative

39,429

37,923

157,336

146,657

Research and development

9,238

12,659

41,806

49,415

Restructuring costs

263

2,102

15,393

4,614

Total operating expenses

48,930

52,684

214,535

200,686

Income (loss) from operations

1,356

(1,649)

(49,536)

(24,923)

Other (income) expense

Interest expense (income)

819

(8)

3,348

(36)

Other expense (income), net

1,303

(159)

1,178

(3,236)

Loss before income tax

(766)

(1,482)

(54,062)

(21,651)

Income tax (benefit) expense

(2,354)

753

2,515

5,105

Net income (loss)

$           1,588

$         (2,235)

$       (56,577)

$       (26,756)

Net income (loss) per share – Basic

$              0.08

$            (0.12)

$            (2.99)

$            (1.46)

Net income (loss) per share – Diluted

$              0.08

$            (0.12)

$            (2.99)

$            (1.46)

Weighted average shares – Basic

18,961,632

18,780,081

18,917,778

18,318,191

Weighted average shares – Diluted

21,086,277

18,780,081

18,917,778

18,318,191

 

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

December 31,
2023

December 31,
2022

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$           76,787

$           37,812

Short-term investments

19,496

Accounts receivable, net

92,028

90,326

Inventories, net

34,529

50,026

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

38,768

41,201

Total current assets

261,608

219,365

Non-current assets:

Property, plant and equipment, net

21,181

19,720

Operating lease right-of-use asset

12,231

18,989

Goodwill

109,534

107,155

Intangible assets, net

47,891

48,978

Service and sales demonstration inventory, net

23,147

30,904

Deferred income tax assets, net

25,027

24,192

Other long-term assets

4,073

4,044

Total assets

$         504,692

$         473,347

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$           27,404

$           27,286

Accrued liabilities

29,930

23,345

Income taxes payable

5,699

6,767

Current portion of unearned service revenues

40,555

36,407

Customer deposits

4,251

6,725

Lease liability

5,434

5,709

Total current liabilities

113,273

106,239

Loan – 5.50% Convertible Senior Notes

72,760

Unearned service revenues – less current portion

20,256

20,947

Lease liability – less current portion

10,837

14,649

Deferred income tax liabilities

13,308

11,708

Income taxes payable – less current portion

5,629

8,706

Other long-term liabilities

23

49

Total liabilities

236,086

162,298

Commitments and contingencies

Shareholders’ equity:

Common stock – par value $0.001, 50,000,000 shares authorized; 20,343,359 and
20,156,233 issued; 18,968,798 and 18,780,013 outstanding, respectively

20

20

Additional paid-in capital

346,277

328,227

(Accumulated deficit) Retained earnings

(9,789)

46,788

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(37,247)

(33,331)

Common stock in treasury, at cost – 1,376,220 and 1,376,220 shares held, respectively

(30,655)

(30,655)

Total shareholders’ equity

268,606

311,049

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity

$         504,692

$         473,347

 

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Twelve Months Ended

December 31,

(in thousands)

2023

2022

Cash flows from:

Operating activities:

Net loss

$           (56,577)

$           (26,756)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used by operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

15,377

13,983

Stock-based compensation

17,833

13,317

Inventory write-downs

9,340

Asset impairment charges

5,707

507

Provision for bad debts, net of recoveries

1,030

163

Amortization of debt discount and issuance costs

450

Loss on disposal of assets

274

156

Provision for excess and obsolete inventory

2,361

(68)

Impairment of intangible assets

1,135

Deferred income tax expense (benefit)

(26)

2,412

Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions:

(Increase) decrease in:

Accounts receivable, net

(50)

(11,198)

Inventories

736

3,379

Prepaid expenses and other assets

3,387

(21,239)

(Decrease) increase in:

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

4,421

4,777

Income taxes payable

(3,808)

(1,904)

Customer deposits

(2,533)

1,343

Unearned service revenues

2,786

(4,863)

Other liabilities

367

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

1,075

(24,856)

INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

Purchases of property and equipment

(6,817)

(6,371)

Purchases of short-term investments

(19,496)

Cash paid for technology development, patents and licenses

(7,177)

(10,567)

Acquisitions of businesses and minority share investments, net of cash received

(32,959)

Net cash used in investing activities

(33,490)

(49,897)

Financing activities:

Payments on capital leases

(154)

(220)

Cash settlement of equity awards

217

(1,892)

Short term debt

1,115

Proceeds from issuance of 5.50% Convertible Senior Notes, due 2028, net of discount, issuance
cost and accrued interest

72,310

Payment of contingent consideration for business acquisition

(1,098)

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

71,275

(997)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

115

(8,427)

Increase (Decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

38,975

(84,177)

Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period

37,812

121,989

Cash and cash equivalents, end of period

$             76,787

$             37,812

 

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP
(UNAUDITED)

Three Months Ended December 31,

Twelve Months Ended December 31,

(dollars in thousands, except per share data)

2023

2022

2023

2022

Gross profit, as reported

$          50,286

$          51,035

$        164,999

$        175,763

Stock-based compensation (1)

364

294

1,335

1,050

Inventory reserve charge (3)

1,208

9,340

Restructuring and other costs(2)

51

1,377

Purchase accounting intangible amortization and fair value
adjustments

3,550

3,550

Non-GAAP adjustments to gross profit

1,623

3,844

12,052

4,600

Non-GAAP gross profit

$          51,909

$          54,879

$        177,051

$        180,363

Gross margin, as reported

50.9 %

49.1 %

46.0 %

50.8 %

Non-GAAP gross margin

52.5 %

52.8 %

49.3 %

52.2 %

Selling, general and administrative, as reported

$          39,429

$          37,923

$        157,336

$        146,657

Stock-based compensation (1)

(4,488)

(2,179)

(14,198)

(9,654)

Purchase accounting intangible amortization

(634)

(811)

(2,658)

(1,373)

Non-GAAP selling, general and administrative

$          34,307

$          34,933

$        140,480

$        135,630

Research and development, as reported

$            9,238

$          12,659

$          41,806

$          49,415

Stock-based compensation (1)

(705)

(818)

(2,300)

(2,611)

Purchase accounting intangible amortization

(475)

(488)

(2,016)

(2,010)

Non-GAAP research and development

$            8,058

$          11,353

$          37,490

$          44,794

Operating expenses, as reported

$          48,930

$          52,684

$        214,535

$        200,686

Stock-based compensation (1)

(5,194)

(2,997)

(16,498)

(12,265)

Restructuring and other costs (2)

(1,329)

(2,604)

(17,666)

(7,548)

Purchase accounting intangible amortization

(1,109)

(1,299)

(4,674)

(3,383)

Non-GAAP adjustments to operating expenses

(7,632)

(6,900)

(38,838)

(23,196)

Non-GAAP operating expenses

$          41,298

$          45,784

$        175,697

$        177,490

Income (loss) from operations, as reported

$            1,356

$          (1,649)

$        (49,536)

$        (24,923)

Non-GAAP adjustments to gross profit

1,622

3,844

12,052

4,600

Non-GAAP adjustments to operating expenses

7,632

6,900

38,838

23,196

Non-GAAP income from operations

$          10,610

$            9,095

$            1,354

$            2,873

Net income (loss), as reported

$            1,588

$          (2,235)

$        (56,577)

$        (26,756)

Non-GAAP adjustments to gross profit

1,622

3,844

12,052

4,600

Non-GAAP adjustments to operating expenses

7,632

6,900

38,838

23,196

Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments

(2,314)

(2,149)

(12,723)

(6,163)

Other tax adjustments (4)

(1,738)

772

15,962

9,675

Non-GAAP net income (loss)

$            6,790

$            7,132

$          (2,448)

$            4,552

Net income (loss) per share – Diluted, as reported

$              0.08

$            (0.12)

$            (2.99)

$            (1.46)

Stock-based compensation (1)

0.28

0.18

0.94

0.73

Restructuring and other costs (2)

0.07

0.14

1.01

0.41

Inventory reserve charge(3)

0.06

0.49

Purchase accounting intangible amortization and fair value
adjustments

0.06

0.25

0.25

0.37

Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments

(0.11)

(0.11)

(0.67)

(0.33)

Other tax adjustments (4)

(0.08)

0.04

0.84

0.53

Non-GAAP net income (loss) per share – Diluted

$              0.36

$              0.38

$            (0.13)

$              0.25

(1)

We exclude stock-based compensation, which is non-cash, from the non-GAAP financial measures because the Company believes that such exclusion provides a better comparison of results of ongoing operations for current and future periods with such results from past periods.

(2)

On February 14, 2020, our Board of Directors approved a global restructuring plan (the “Restructuring Plan”), which is intended to support our strategic plan in an effort to improve operating performance and ensure that we are appropriately structured and resourced to deliver increased and sustainable value to our shareholders and customers. On February 7, 2023, our Board of Directors approved an integration plan (the “Integration Plan”), which is intended to streamline and simplify operations, particularly around our recent acquisitions and the resulting redundant operations and offerings. The Restructuring and other costs primarily consist of severance and related benefits.

(3)

During 2023, we recorded a charge of $9.3 million, increasing our reserve for excess and obsolete inventory, based on our analysis of our inventory reserves in connection with our strategy to simplify our product portfolio and cease selling certain products.

(4)

The other tax adjustments primarily relate to the impact of certain jurisdictions maintaining a full valuation allowance where benefit is not accrued on U.S. GAAP pre-tax book losses.

 

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME (LOSS) TO EBITDA AND ADJUSTED EBITDA
(UNAUDITED)

Three Months Ended December 31,

Twelve Months Ended December 31,

(in thousands)

2023

2022

2023

2022

Net income (loss)

$          1,588

$        (2,235)

$      (56,577)

$      (26,756)

Interest (income) expense, net

819

(8)

3,348

(36)

Income tax (benefit) expense

(2,354)

753

2,515

5,105

Depreciation and amortization and fair value adjustments

3,649

7,472

15,377

17,533

EBITDA

3,702

5,982

(35,337)

(4,154)

Other (income) expense, net

1,303

(159)

1,178

(3,236)

Stock-based compensation

5,557

3,291

17,833

13,315

Inventory reserve charge(3)

1,208

9,340

Restructuring and other costs (1)

1,380

2,604

19,043

7,548

Adjusted EBITDA

$        13,150

$        11,718

$        12,057

$        13,473

Adjusted EBITDA margin (2)

13.3 %

11.3 %

3.4 %

3.9 %

(1)

On February 14, 2020, our Board of Directors approved a global restructuring plan (the “Restructuring Plan”), which is intended to support our strategic plan in an effort to improve operating performance and ensure that we are appropriately structured and resourced to deliver increased and sustainable value to our shareholders and customers. On February 7, 2023, our Board of Directors approved an integration plan (the “Integration Plan”), which is intended to streamline and simplify operations, particularly around our recent acquisitions and the resulting redundant operations and offerings. The Restructuring and other costs primarily consist of severance and related benefits.

(2)

Calculated as Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of total sales.

(3)

During 2023, we recorded a charge of $9.3 million, increasing our reserve for excess and obsolete inventory, based on our analysis of our inventory reserves in connection with our strategy to simplify our product portfolio and cease selling certain products.

 

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
KEY SALES MEASURES
(UNAUDITED)

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Twelve Months Ended
December 31,

(in thousands)

2023

2022

2023

2022

Total sales to external customers as reported

Americas (1)

$           42,535

$           44,345

$         167,269

$         154,422

EMEA (1)

33,657

31,680

108,298

98,174

APAC (1)

22,648

27,834

83,264

93,169

$           98,840

$         103,859

$         358,831

$         345,765

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Twelve Months Ended
December 31,

(in thousands)

2023

2022

2023

2022

Total sales to external customers in constant currency (2)

Americas (1)

$           42,044

$           44,008

$         165,715

$         154,545

EMEA (1)

33,028

33,109

105,545

99,355

APAC (1)

23,873

28,392

85,948

92,268

$           98,945

$         105,509

$         357,208

$         346,168

(1)

Regions represent North America and South America (Americas); Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA); and the Asia-Pacific (APAC).

(2)

We compare the change in the sales from one period to another period using constant currency disclosure. We present constant currency information to provide a framework for assessing how our underlying business performed excluding the effect of foreign currency rate fluctuations. To present this information, current and comparative prior period results for entities reporting in currencies other than United States dollars are converted into United States dollars at the exchange rate in effect during the last day of the prior comparable period, rather than the actual exchange rates in effect during the respective periods.

 

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Twelve Months Ended
December 31,

(in thousands)

2023

2022

2023

2022

Hardware

$       66,640

$       70,322

$     234,124

$     220,919

Software

12,178

12,943

44,448

44,361

Service

20,022

20,594

80,259

80,485

Total Sales

$       98,840

$     103,859

$     358,831

$     345,765

Hardware as a percentage of total sales

67.4 %

67.7 %

65.2 %

63.9 %

Software as a percentage of total sales

12.3 %

12.5 %

12.4 %

12.8 %

Service as a percentage of total sales

20.3 %

19.8 %

22.4 %

23.3 %

Total Recurring Revenue (3)

$       17,360

$       18,088

$       67,497

$       68,272

Recurring revenue as a percentage of total sales

17.6 %

17.4 %

18.8 %

19.7 %

(3)

Recurring revenue is comprised of hardware service contracts, software maintenance contracts, and subscription based software applications.

 

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
FREE CASH FLOW RECONCILIATION
(UNAUDITED)

Three Months Ended December 31,

Twelve Months Ended December 31,

(in thousands)

2023

2022

2023

2022

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

$            18,655

$            (6,700)

$              1,075

$          (24,856)

Purchases of property and equipment

(1,801)

(1,393)

(6,817)

(6,371)

Cash paid for technology development, patents and licenses

(2,106)

(1,413)

(7,177)

(10,567)

Free Cash Flow

14,748

(9,506)

(12,919)

(41,794)

Restructuring and other cash payments (1)

2,665

454

14,380

6,364

Adjusted Free Cash Flow

$            17,413

$            (9,052)

$              1,461

$          (35,430)

(1)

On February 7, 2023, our Board of Directors approved an integration plan (the “Integration Plan”), which is intended to streamline and simplify operations, particularly around our recent acquisitions and the resulting redundant operations and offerings. The Restructuring and other cash payments primarily consist of severance and related benefits.

 

FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF OUTLOOK – GAAP TO NON-GAAP

Fiscal quarter ending March 31, 2024

Low

High

GAAP gross margin

49.0 %

50.5 %

Stock-based compensation

0.5 %

0.5 %

Non-GAAP gross margin

49.5 %

51.0 %

 

Fiscal quarter ending March 31, 2024

(in thousands)

Low

High

GAAP operating expenses

$47,500

$49,500

Stock-based compensation

(3,300)

(3,300)

Purchase accounting intangible amortization

(1,200)

(1,200)

Restructuring and other costs

(2,000)

(2,000)

Non-GAAP operating expenses

$41,000

$43,000

 

Fiscal quarter ending March 31, 2024

Low

High

GAAP diluted loss per share range

$(0.66)

$(0.46)

Stock-based compensation

0.19

0.19

Purchase accounting intangible amortization

0.06

0.06

Restructuring and other costs

0.11

0.11

Non-GAAP tax adjustments

0.10

0.10

Non-GAAP diluted loss per share

$(0.20)

$0.00

 

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Chief Futurist Ian Beacraft to Keynote at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas on Designing AI-Ready Organizations

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AI is reshaping how value is created across the enterprise, but many organizations are still operating with models built for a pre-AI world. As a result, technology adoption alone is not translating into sustained impact. At the highly anticipated IT conference Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas, June 9–11 at the Bellagio, Info-Tech Research Group will feature keynote insights from Ian Beacraft, CEO and Chief Futurist at Signal and Cipher. Beacraft will share with thousands of CIOs, industry experts, and analysts in attendance how IT leaders can redesign work to better align with the demands of AI-driven change.

At Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas, Attendees Will Explore:

Why AI initiatives often fail to deliver value when applied to outdated ways of workingHow operating models, workflows, and decision-making must change to support AI at scaleWhere AI is being misapplied and limiting its impactWhat it takes to design organizations that can adapt alongside AI

LAS VEGAS, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Info-Tech Research Group is set to bring together thousands of CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, and IT leaders at its upcoming flagship annual IT conference, Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas. Taking place June 9–11 at the Bellagio, the 2026 program will guide attendees on how they can adapt their design and execution models to fully realize value from AI. As part of the agenda, the global research and advisory firm has announced that Ian Beacraft, CEO and Chief Futurist at Signal and Cipher, will deliver a mainstage keynote on how leaders can redesign workflows, team structures, and value creation models to better align with the demands of AI-driven change.

Known for making emerging technologies understandable and actionable, Beacraft has advised global enterprises, including Nike, Google, and Microsoft, on how to turn AI from a technical capability into a driver of performance, reimagine how work is designed, and prepare teams for the future of work.

As AI capabilities continue to expand, Info-Tech has been highlighting in its recent research and reports that expectations around how work is executed and how value is delivered are shifting just as quickly. Existing processes, team structures, and decision models were not designed for continuous, technology-driven change, creating friction as leaders attempt to scale AI effectively.

“Many organizations are trying to apply AI within working models where it isn’t well suited,” says Info-Tech Research Group’s Chief Research Officer, Gord Harrison. “Through Ian Beacraft’s keynote and the broader agenda at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas, leaders will better understand how rethinking decision-making and execution can help them truly get value from AI.”

By bringing together research, external perspectives, and peer dialogue, Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas will help IT leaders understand what it takes to apply AI more effectively across the enterprise. Attendees will leave with a stronger sense of how to support meaningful change in the way work is led, managed, and delivered.

Further updates on Info-Tech LIVE will be announced in the coming weeks. Follow Info-Tech Research Group on LinkedIn and X for more event-related news from the firm.

Media Passes for Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas
Journalists, podcasters, and influencers are invited to attend Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas. The event provides access to forward-looking research, exclusive interviews with Info-Tech’s analysts and executives, and on-the-ground perspectives from CIOs responding to emerging priorities.

Media professionals interested in applying for complimentary media passes can contact pr@infotech.com to request access and cover the latest IT leadership and strategy discussions from the event.

Exhibitor Opportunities at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Las Vegas
Exhibitors are also invited to be part of Info-Tech LIVE and showcase their products and services to thousands of highly engaged technology executives. With 70% of attendees identified as decision makers and 1 in 3 at the C-level, the event offers an all-access pass and opportunities to meaningfully connect with senior technology leaders.

For more information about becoming an Info-Tech LIVE exhibitor, please contact exhibitorservices@infotech.com

About Info-Tech Research Group
Info-Tech Research Group is the “get things done” partner for over 30,000 IT, HR, and marketing leaders worldwide. The fastest growing research and advisory firm, Info-Tech enables leaders to make well-informed decisions and transform their organizations through AI, strategic foresight, step-by-step methodologies, practical tools, industry-leading advisory, and training programs. For nearly 30 years, tens of thousands of private and public organizations have trusted Info-Tech to lead their most important initiatives through periods of change and deliver outcomes that truly matter.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s HR research and advisory services, visit McLean & Company, and for data-driven software buying insights and vendor evaluations, visit the firm’s SoftwareReviews platform.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.

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Trace Systems Wins $64,000,000 U.S Army Follow-On Contract to Deliver Enhanced Deployable Communications Capabilities

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TAMPA, Fla., April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trace Systems Inc. (Trace) has been awarded a five‑year, $64,000,000 follow‑on task order under the U.S. Army’s Global Tactical Advanced Communications Systems and Services (GTACS II) contract vehicle to continue delivering critical deployable communications capabilities and services support for U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and Western Hemisphere Command-Forward (WHC-FORWARD).

This award extends Trace’s longstanding support for USNORTHCOM’s Deployable Communications Capabilities Systems (DCCS) program, which provides the deployable communications backbone required for disaster response, and mission partner coordination across the USNORTHCOM area of responsibility (AOR). Trace continues to support this vital effort by providing technical support and integration for vehicle mounted mobile command platforms and SATCOM, radio, and other deployable communications systems.

Under the new task order, Trace will continue providing comprehensive services, including system design and modifications, technical refresh, unified communications, satellite and terrestrial transport support, cybersecurity compliance, vehicle integration, and full lifecycle sustainment of DCCS assets. This award highlights Trace’s expertise in modernizing, integrating, and maintaining deployable communications solutions, and supporting operational readiness and mission response for military operations, civil support operations, and exercises.

“USNORTHCOM and WHC-FORWARD’s missions demand a rapid response team capable of delivering mobile, interoperable communications between military forces and civilian response organizations for any mission or disaster relief effort,” said Kenneth Hilton, COO of Trace Systems. “Trace Systems is resolute in supporting a true ‘no fail’ mission and is honored to have supported the DCCS program over the past four years. We look forward to continuing to deliver mission critical communications and emergency response capabilities for USNORTHCOM and WHC-FORWARD.”

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About Trace Systems
Trace Systems delivers technology-enabled, integrated multi-domain mission solutions, combining secure satellite communications, edge computing, digital modernization, and cyber-resilient architectures worldwide. From orbit to edge, Trace builds the backbone for tomorrow’s defense enterprise.

For more information, visit www.tracesystems.com/

For media inquiries, please contact:
Email: mediarelations@tracesystems.com
Phone: 813-793-7101

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Driving the Future of Mobility with Technology: Chery at Beijing Auto Show 2026

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WUHU, China, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Beijing Auto Show 2026 opened on April 24, bringing together global automotive brands and advanced technologies. As a key barometer of the industry, the show serves as a platform for innovation and exchange. Chery Group appeared with its full brand lineup, including CHERY, EXEED, iCAUR, OMODA & JAECOO, and LEPAS. A total of 15 models made their global debut. The event welcomed over 4,000 guests from more than 100 countries, setting a new record for Chery in both scale and international reach.

At the show, Chery presented breakthrough technologies and a forward-looking strategy. Built on a global brand ecosystem, core technology development, and new energy innovation, the company demonstrated capabilities reshaping industry competition and setting new benchmarks for value creation.

Deepening Global Layout: A Multi-Brand Portfolio Reshaping the Industry Landscape

With a five-brand portfolio developed through years of overseas experience, Chery has formed a multi-scenario ecosystem. Each brand targets specific segments, shifting from broad coverage to precise positioning. Key debuts included Tiggo V, ES GT, EX8, OMODA 4, right-hand-drive V27, and L6 BEV, covering family, premium, and youth mobility needs. The brands operate in synergy, sharing resources and technologies to drive Chery’s shift from scale expansion to value upgrading.

Advanced Architecture Redefines the Upper Limit of Experience: Digital Chassis Breaks the Boundaries of Smart Mobility

Chery showcased next-generation architecture innovations. The Feiyu Digital Intelligent Chassis i integrates steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire, enabling 90 km/h moose test performance and zero-radius tank turns. The GAIA All-Domain System combines amphibious mobility with satellite communication, redefining the vehicle as an all-scenario mobility terminal. The industry-first full-domain 48V system improves efficiency by 15% and meets ASIL D safety standards.

Through continuous breakthroughs, Chery is evolving from a technology follower into a standards setter in global smart mobility.

Full-Chain Energy Efficiency Management Enables Technology Accessibility: System Innovation Addressing Global Mobility Challenges

Chery introduced a full life-cycle energy efficiency system. The KunPeng High Efficiency Engine achieves 48.57% thermal efficiency and 4.0 kWh/L conversion. The DHT360 hybrid system delivers up to 360 kW, enabling full-speed electric driving. The Rhino Battery offers high safety and fast charging, reaching 80% in 12 minutes. The system supports a more efficient and sustainable mobility future.

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