Brekford Announces Third Quarter 2015 Operating Results
Revenue Increases 8.7%; Paid Citations Increase 52%; BFDI Up-Listed to OTCQX Best Market
/EINPresswire.com/ -- HANOVER, MD -- (Marketwired) -- 11/16/15 -- Brekford Corp. (OTCQX: BFDI), a leading public safety technology service provider of fully integrated automated traffic safety solutions, parking enforcement citation management and an end-to-end suite of technology equipment for public safety vehicle services, today announced its operating results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2015.
Third Quarter 2015 Financial Highlights
- Revenue was $5.78 million, up 8.7% from $5.31 million in the third quarter of 2014.
- Gross profit declined 23.7% to $890,000 as compared to $1.17 million for the third quarter of 2014.
- Overall gross margin declined to 15.4% as compared to 22.0% for the third quarter of 2014.
- Automated Traffic Safety Enforcement ("ATSE") gross margin increased to 64.5% as compared to 56.1% for the third quarter of 2014.
- Operating expenses were $883,000, lower by 7.9% than the third quarter of 2014.
- Operating income was $6,000, down from $208,000 in the third quarter of 2014.
- Net loss was $243,000 compared to a net income of $161,000 for the third quarter of 2014.
- ATSE paid citations totaled 49,075, up 52% from 32,275 in the third quarter of 2014.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 Financial Highlights
- Revenue was $14.59 million, up 5.2% from $13.87 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
- Gross profit increased 19.1% to $2.87 million as compared to $2.41 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
- Overall gross margin increased to 19.7% as compared to 17.4% for the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
- ATSE gross margin increased to 68.7% as compared to 52.9% for the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
- Operating expenses were $2.75 million, lower by 22.3% than the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
- Operating income was $128,000, up from a loss of $1.12 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
- Net loss was $398,000 compared to a net loss of $1.24 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
- ATSE paid citations totaled 124,130, up 53% from 81,374 in the nine months ended September 30, 2014.
Rod Hillman, President and Chief Operating Officer of Brekford Corp., commented, "The third quarter of 2015 showed continued improvement in our business expansion efforts. We have made significant strides in developing our ATSE business, while maintaining a steady income stream from our law enforcement vehicle technology products and services. On a quarterly basis, margins in our vehicle services business can fluctuate as we fulfil large purchase orders for technology products that do not include higher margin installation services. Our current sales order pipeline of $2.9 million, with a higher mix of installation projects, indicates improved vehicle services margins for the remainder of 2015. We still anticipate full year 2015 vehicle services gross margin to approximate 12%."
Hillman added, "We are pleased that operating income has remained positive for the 2nd consecutive quarter, and we expect that to continue for the next quarter based on improved margins within our sales order pipeline and increasing contributions from ATSE recurring revenue contracts. Our first international project in Saltillo, Mexico has produced outstanding results with respect to reduction of speeding related accidents and deaths. Even with a lower than anticipated collection rate, the return on investment per camera is comparable to our experience with programs in the U.S. and the Saltillo program is now cash flow positive. As with any new ATSE program, there is a period of adjustment for the City and its citizens with respect to changing driver behavior and enforcing the collection of fines. Due to high initial violation rates, there is a backlog of $15.6 million in unpaid fines. Our partner company, Grupo Canviso Tech ("Canviso"), has worked extensively with the Saltillo Police Department to enhance enforcement through a roadside vehicle checkpoint process which began operation in October. We expect to start seeing a reduction in the unpaid backlog in the fourth quarter of 2015, while at the same time six additional cameras have been activated and we're working with Canviso and the City on a rollout schedule for new installations."
"While we continue to present Saltillo as a model of success for Latin America, Canviso is in discussions with several other large municipalities throughout the country who have become keenly aware of the traffic safety improvements delivered by Brekford's program," continued Hillman. "Additionally our business development team has secured a partner company in Colombia, Shinsen Telecom, to replicate the Mexico business model. Brekford's system has already been evaluated by Colombia's National Transit Police and we currently are conducting a live demonstration in Bogota with one red light and two speed cameras installed and operating. We expect to provide results and receive feedback from the City of Bogota in the fourth quarter of this year. We are also in discussions with potential partners in Paraguay, Peru, and Argentina, and we are exploring market opportunities in Asia."
"Stateside, Brekford has signed a 3-year contract with the City of New Rochelle, New York to provide red light cameras at up to 12 intersections along with complete turnkey processing services. The first four systems are currently being installed and are expected to begin operation on January 2, 2016. Other notable highlights as we continue to expand our reach in the U.S. include submission of several proposals for ATSE services to municipalities in various states as well as our ongoing pilot program with the City of Baltimore for body worn camera and video evidence management services. We have partnered with two industry leaders, Panasonic and Microsoft, to provide what we believe is the best technical solution and the only solution with direct local service and support. The pilot will be completed in December and the City is expected to select a winning vendor in January 2016."
C.B. Brechin, Brekford's Chief Executive Officer, added, "We are excited about the multitude of projects Brekford has initiated within the past year as we remind customers, employees, and shareholders of our long-standing history as a leading public safety services provider. Our legacy vehicle services business is strong and growing, and our ATSE growth prospects are significant. There is much more work ahead in closing certain deals and executing on others; however, we believe we have laid the groundwork for long-term growth and profitability in 2016 and beyond. We established certain goals with respect to renewed commitment to business development and customer retention, and I am confident that these efforts will pay dividends in the future. I also want to note that as of today, Brekford started trading on the OTCQX Best Market. This segment of the OTC provides a superior trading and information experience for our shareholders, with improve ability to attract institutional investors from both inside and outside the United States."
About Brekford Corp.
Brekford Corp. provides state-of-the art public safety technology and automated traffic enforcement solutions to municipalities, the U.S. military, various federal entities and other public safety agencies throughout the United States. Its services include automated speed and red light camera enforcement programs, parking enforcement citation management and an end-to-end suite of technology and equipment for public safety vehicle upfitting. Brekford's combination of upfitting services, cutting-edge technology, and automated traffic enforcement services offers a unique 360-degree solution for law enforcement agencies and municipalities.
The Company is headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, and its common stock is traded on the OTC Markets under the symbol "BFDI." Additional information on Brekford can be accessed online at www.brekford.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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Brekford Corp.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
September 30,
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2015 2014
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NET REVENUE $ 5,776,862 $ 5,314,554
COST OF REVENUE 4,887,299 4,148,130
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GROSS PROFIT 889,563 1,166,424
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OPERATING EXPENSES
Salaries and related expenses 485,740 485,530
Selling, general and administrative expenses 397,473 473,392
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TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES 883,213 958,922
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INCOME (LOSS) FROM OPERATIONS 6,350 207,502
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OTHER (EXPENSE) INCOME
Interest expense (64,651) (46,465)
Change in fair value in derivative liability (54,936) --
Other expense (129,410) --
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TOTAL OTHER (EXPENSE) INCOME (248,997) (46,465)
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NET (LOSS) INCOME $ (242,647) $ 161,037
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OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS - foreign currency
translation (4,383) --
COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME $ (247,030) $ 161,037
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(LOSS) INCOME PER SHARE - BASIC AND DILUTED $ (0.01) $ 0.00
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING
- BASIC 44,632,569 44,500,569
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING
- DILUTED 44,632,569 48,071,998
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Brekford Corp.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
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2015 2014
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NET REVENUE $ 14,586,453 $ 13,869,147
COST OF REVENUE 11,711,852 11,454,502
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GROSS PROFIT 2,874,601 2,414,645
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OPERATING EXPENSES
Salaries and related expenses 1,482,003 1,419,126
Selling, general and administrative expenses 1,264,458 2,114,605
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TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES 2,746,641 3,533,731
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INCOME (LOSS) FROM OPERATIONS 128,140 (1,119,086)
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OTHER (EXPENSE) INCOME
Interest expense (181,382) (118,172)
Change in fair value in derivative liability (39,228) --
Other expense (305,905) --
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TOTAL OTHER (EXPENSE) INCOME (526,515) (118,172)
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NET (LOSS) INCOME $ (398,375) $ (1,237,258)
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OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS - foreign currency
translation (4,383) --
COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME $ (402,758) $ (1,237,258)
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(LOSS) INCOME PER SHARE - BASIC AND DILUTED $ (0.01) $ (0.03)
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING
- BASIC 44,630,151 44,999,287
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING
- DILUTED 44,630,151 44,999,287
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Brekford Corp.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
September 30, December 31,
2015 2014
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash, unrestricted $ 796,410 $ 1,112,881
Accounts receivable, net of allowance $0 at
September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014,
respectively 3,839,754 1,706,704
Unbilled receivables 490,646 198,725
Prepaid expenses 152,585 146,569
Inventory 1,170,834 681,948
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Total current assets 6,450,229 3,846,827
Property and equipment, net 133,695 284,322
Other non-current assets 173,887 112,132
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TOTAL ASSETS $ 6,757,811 $ 4,243,281
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 2,717,289 $ 1,842,892
Accrued payroll and related expenses 81,214 23,252
Line of credit 2,610,684 1,169,558
Term loan - current portion 229,167 250,000
Deferred revenue 81,954 255,405
Customer deposits 137,315 137,826
Obligations under capital lease - current
portion -- 140,209
Obligations under other notes payable -
current portion 29,050 28,602
Derivative liability 153,048 --
Other liabilities 47,369 48,669
Deferred rent - current portion -- --
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Total current liabilities 6,087,090 3,896,413
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LONG - TERM LIABILITIES
Notes payable - stockholders 500,000 500,000
Other notes payable - net of current portion 29,110 48,371
Deferred rent, net of current portion 44,132 --
Term notes payable, net of current portion -- 166,667
Convertible promissory notes, net of debt
discounts of $457,495 and $0 at September 30,
2015 andDecember 31, 2014, respectively 257,505 --
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Total long-term liabilities 830,747 715,038
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TOTAL LIABILITIES 6,917,837 4,611,451
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STOCKHOLDERS' (DEFICIT) EQUITY
Preferred stock, par value $0.0001 per share;
20,000,000 shares authorized; none issued and
outstanding -- --
Common stock, par value $0.0001 per share;
150,000,000 shares authorized; 44,632,569
issued and outstanding, at September 30, 2015
and 44,500,569 issued and outstanding at
December 31, 2014 4,464 4,450
Additional paid-in capital 10,815,366 10,204,479
Treasury Stock, at cost 10,600 shares at
September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014,
respectively (5,890) (5,890)
Accumulated deficit (10,969,583) (10,571,209)
Other comprehensive loss (4,383) --
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TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT) (160,026) (368,170)
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
(DEFICIT) $ 6,757,811 $ 4,243,281
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Company Contacts
C.B. Brechin
CEO
443-557-0200
investors@brekford.com
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