Revenue Performance - Revenue from outsourced insurance risk analysis and marketing services was approximately RM21.9 million, representing 20.7% of total revenue for the year ended 31 December 2022, down from 22.9% in 2021[4] - Revenue from enterprise software solutions increased by approximately RM0.7 million or 14.9% to approximately RM5.8 million for the year ended 31 December 2022, compared to RM5.1 million in 2021[5] - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RM59,236,000, a decrease of RM7,466,000 compared to RM51,770,000 in the previous year[19] - Revenue from outsourced document management services fell from RM81.2 million in 2021 to RM77.6 million in 2022, while revenue from insurance risk analysis services decreased from RM25.6 million to RM21.9 million during the same period[98] - The Group's revenue decreased by approximately 5.6% from RM111.9 million in 2021 to RM105.7 million in 2022, primarily due to declines in outsourced document management and insurance risk analysis services[98] Profitability and Expenses - Gross profit decreased by approximately RM3.2 million or 11.9% to approximately RM23.4 million for the year ended 31 December 2022, with a gross profit margin of 22.2%, down from 23.8% in 2021[8] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately RM3.4 million or 18.7% to approximately RM21.4 million for the year ended 31 December 2022, primarily due to increased staff costs and research costs[8] - Profit before tax decreased to approximately RM2.7 million for the year ended 31 December 2022, down from RM9.1 million in 2021[9] - Profit for the year amounted to approximately RM0.3 million for the year ended 31 December 2022, down from RM4.5 million in 2021[9] - The Group reported a net loss attributable to shareholders of RM0.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to a net profit of RM2.7 million in the previous year, primarily due to reduced gross profit and increased administrative expenses[22] Dividends and Reserves - The company did not recommend the distribution of a final dividend for the year ended 31 December 2022, compared to no dividend in 2021[9] - As of December 31, 2022, the Company's reserves available for distribution to shareholders amounted to approximately RM19.3 million, a decrease from RM29.8 million in 2021[141] - The board does not recommend a final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2022, maintaining a focus on cash reserves for working capital and future growth[116] Investments and Capital Expenditures - As of December 31, 2022, the Group had capital commitments of approximately RM1.3 million for converting an existing building into a Data Centre and RM4.8 million for acquiring intangible assets related to livestreaming and video technology[11] - The Group has allocated approximately RM6.2 million (equivalent to approximately HK$12.0 million) for the design and project management of the Data Centre since 2020[38] - The Group acquired a building in Malaysia for RM12.0 million (approximately HK$22.3 million) to convert into a Data Centre, with RM10.3 million (approximately HK$19.5 million) funded from the net proceeds of the Company's share offer[38] - The conversion of the building into the Data Centre began in June 2022 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2023[38] Strategic Initiatives and Future Plans - The Group is investing in upgrading its IT infrastructure and expanding capacity to host its Streamline Suite in a new Data Centre facility in Malaysia[25] - The new Data Centre facility aims to enhance document hosting capabilities for electronic distribution and enterprise software solutions to existing and new customers[25] - The Group's future growth prospects are viewed positively, with a focus on innovation and adapting to market demands[25] - Future plans include developing advanced internet cloud technology and big data analysis for the insurance industry in the PRC[39] - The Group intends to strengthen relationships with existing customers and capture new customers in Malaysia, Singapore, and the PRC[36] Compliance and Risk Management - The Group's subsidiary in the PRC must comply with the PRC Data Security Law and the PRC Personal Information Protection Law, with specific requirements still to be clarified[130] - The Group regularly obtains legal advice to manage and control policy and regulatory risks associated with its operations in the PRC[130] - The Group's management is focused on ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and making necessary operational adjustments[130] Market Conditions and Demand - The market demand is evolving, driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence for customer engagement and automation[25] - The Group has experienced increased demand for SaaS solutions in Malaysia, leading to a rise in enterprise software solutions services from existing and new customers[74] Governance and Management - The Group's board of directors includes both executive and independent non-executive members, ensuring a diverse governance structure[128] - The Group has experienced changes in its board composition, with several appointments and resignations in 2022 and 2023[128]
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