The following is a summary of the CSP Inc. (CSPI) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:

Financial Performance:

• CSP Inc. reported revenue of $13 million for Q4, down from $15.3 million in the same quarter last year.

• The company recorded a net loss of $1.7 million or $0.18 loss per common share in Q4, compared to a net profit of $1.4 million or $0.15 per diluted share last year.

• Gross profit for Q4 was $3.7 million or 28.4% of sales, reflecting a higher percentage of product sales with a decrease in gross margin from 33.8% last year.

Business Progress:

• CSP Inc. has increased its focus on recurring revenue, which now constitutes a significant 17% of total sales.

• The company has gained new customer engagements and partnerships, especially in the cybersecurity sector, where it sold the AZT PROTECT to a Fortune 500 Electric Energy Producer.

• Notable technology sales in Q4 included a large order from a cruise line for Professional Services, marking a recovery in this segment.

Opportunities:

• Partnerships with Rockwell Automation and other middle-market OT customer distributors are expected to generate significant leads and shorter sales cycles, enhancing CSP Inc.'s market presence and sales potential.

• Participation and recognition in several trade shows have generated over 100 leads for AZT PROTECT, presenting opportunities for growth and expansion in cybersecurity solutions.

Risks:

• Net loss and reduction in revenue along with high dependence on the successful commercialization of products like AZT PROTECT which targets a specific market segment.

• Technical obsolescence and discontinuation in partnerships, like the halt in Myricom product manufacturing by a key partner, pose ongoing business continuity risks.

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