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TransAct Technologies rporated(TACT) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Report

Strategic Initiatives - TransAct Technologies reported a focus on strategic review processes aimed at increasing stockholder value, with no specific outcomes guaranteed [19]. - The company launched the BOHA! Terminal 2 and the Epic TR80 in 2023, continuing its strategy of developing new products to enhance market penetration [42]. Product Development - The company launched the BOHA! Terminal 2 in May 2023, targeting enterprise customers with enhanced speed and print resolution, receiving orders in late 2023 [22]. - In Q4 2023, TransAct introduced the Epic TR80 casino and gaming printer, designed to expand its customer base in the gaming market [24]. - The BOHA! product suite generates recurring revenue through software subscriptions, label sales, and service contracts, with annual charges typically applied per application [22]. Manufacturing and Supply Chain - TransAct's printers and terminals are primarily manufactured in Thailand, with a small portion assembled in Ithaca, New York, to optimize performance and reliability [28]. - The company relies on third-party manufacturers for a significant portion of its production, which poses risks related to supply chain disruptions and component availability [29]. - The company emphasizes the importance of maintaining multiple sources for component parts to mitigate risks associated with supply shortages [29]. - The company’s strategy includes sourcing certain products overseas to lower costs, which may impact pricing competitiveness [42]. Market Position and Competition - The market for transaction-based and specialty printers is highly competitive, with significant competition from companies with greater financial resources [37]. - Sales to Light & Wonder represented 11% and 6% of total net sales for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively [36]. Technology and Innovation - The company holds 23 active U.S. patents and 39 active foreign patents, with additional applications pending, ensuring protection of proprietary technologies [31]. - Certain food service technology software is licensed from a third-party developer through 2031, indicating reliance on external partnerships for product development [38]. - The company’s printer products utilize thermal printing technologies and licensed software, making them vulnerable to technological advancements by competitors [43]. Regulatory and Operational Risks - The company faces regulatory scrutiny in the casino and gaming industries, which could materially affect operations if licenses are not obtained or maintained [44]. Workforce and Management - The company employs 108 full-time employees as of December 31, 2024, with no unionized workforce [48]. - The company has a diverse executive team with extensive experience in technology and finance, enhancing its operational capabilities [50][51][52][53][54]. Financial Reporting - The company is classified as a smaller reporting company and is not required to provide certain market risk disclosures [219].