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Research Solutions Announces CFO Transition
Prnewswire· 2025-12-11 13:30
HENDERSON, Nev., Dec. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Research Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: RSSS), the leading AI-powered research workflow platform, announced that its Chief Financial Officer and Secretary, Bill Nurthen, left the Company effective December 10, 2025 to pursue another opportunity. The Company has named its Controller, Dave Kutil, as interim Chief Financial Officer and Secretary. Mr. Kutil has served as Controller since joining the Company in 2023 and has more than 15 years of financial leadership exp ...
Research Solutions (NasdaqCM:RSSS) FY Conference Transcript
2025-11-20 15:37
Summary of Research Solutions (NasdaqCM:RSSS) FY Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Research Solutions, Inc. (RSSS) - **Industry**: Scientific research and document delivery - **Business Model**: Transitioning from a transactional model to a SaaS platform model focused on research and development (R&D) [2][9][20] Key Points and Arguments Business Transformation - The company is undergoing a significant transformation from providing peer-reviewed scientific research articles to offering a sophisticated SaaS product called Article Galaxy, which streamlines the research process for corporate clients [2][3][4] - Article Galaxy allows researchers to access scientific papers through a single search, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs [3][4] Product Offerings - **Article Galaxy**: A platform for accessing scientific research papers, now includes rental capabilities and rights management features [4][5] - **Scite**: An AI-powered discovery product acquired by the company, which enhances the research process by providing insights beyond paywalls [8][20] - **DocDel (Document Delivery)**: The transactional business segment, which is currently facing challenges due to customer churn [6][9][15] Financial Performance - The company reported a 20% organic growth in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), which is now over $21 million [16][19] - The platform business has a gross margin of approximately 85%, while the transactional business has a gross margin of 24-25% [13][16] - The overall corporate blended gross margin has improved from 40% to over 50% in the past two years [17] Market Opportunity - The Total Addressable Market (TAM) for the B2B segment is estimated at $4 billion, with significant growth potential in the B2C segment as well [12][21] - The company serves a diverse range of verticals, including pharmaceuticals, biotech, and academic institutions, with about half of its revenue coming from the healthcare sector [11][12][21] Customer Dynamics - The company has approximately 1,500 customers, with a typical customer lifetime value of 6-8 years [11][21][42] - Renewal rates are around 90%, with top-tier customers achieving renewal rates of 97-98% [41][42] - Challenges in the transactional business are attributed to customer churn and the increasing availability of open-access content [33][36] Strategic Focus - The company aims to be the "Bloomberg terminal" for research, providing comprehensive solutions across the research workflow [20] - There is an ongoing discussion about share buybacks as a strategy to enhance shareholder value, especially given the current trading multiples [23][24] AI Integration - AI is viewed as both a threat and an opportunity; the company is focused on integrating AI into its workflow to enhance its offerings while ensuring compliance with copyright regulations [27][28][29] Future Outlook - The company expects continued growth in its platform business, while the transactional business may remain flat due to market dynamics [10][15] - The management is optimistic about the long-term growth potential and is focused on executing its strategic plan [19][21] Additional Important Insights - The company has made two acquisitions in the past five years to enhance its discovery capabilities [7][20] - The management is implementing a new software tool to proactively manage customer relationships and reduce churn [43] - The competitive landscape is evolving, with many new entrants in the research AI space, but the company believes it has a unique position due to its access to comprehensive content [29][30]
Research Solutions(RSSS) - 2026 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-13 23:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q1 fiscal 2026 was $12.3 million, up from $12 million in Q1 fiscal 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of approximately 2.5% [4] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) increased by 21% year-over-year to $21.3 million, with B2B ARR at approximately $14.8 million and B2C ARR at about $6.5 million [4][5] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $1.5 million, a 16% increase from $1.3 million in the prior year quarter, marking the second-best adjusted EBITDA performance in company history [9] - Net income for the quarter was $749,002 per diluted share, compared to $669,002 per diluted share in the prior year quarter [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Platform subscription revenue increased by 18% to $5.1 million, driven by a net increase in platform deployments and upsells [4] - Transaction revenue for the quarter was $7.2 million, down from $7.7 million in the prior year quarter, aligning with expectations of continued challenges in transaction growth [5][6] - The platform business recorded a gross margin of 88.1%, a 70 basis point increase compared to the prior year quarter, while transaction business gross margin decreased to 23.8% from 25.7% [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total active customer count decreased to 1,326 from 1,390 in the same period a year ago [6] - B2B growth was particularly strong, with an increase of $561,000 for the quarter, up from $128,000 last year [5] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on becoming a comprehensive SaaS and AI solution for scientific research, with significant investments in B2B sales resources [3][12] - The introduction of AI rights offerings and partnerships with publishers is expected to enhance revenue opportunities and improve customer engagement [15][16] - The company aims to improve Site B2C net ARR growth and overall ARR growth through better sales execution and product improvements [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the decline in transaction revenue was primarily driven by three customers, with expectations of stabilization in the second half of the fiscal year [12][51] - The company anticipates a less pronounced dip in adjusted EBITDA between Q1 and Q2 compared to the previous year, with a goal of outperformance in each remaining quarter of fiscal 2026 [11][19] Other Important Information - Cash flow from operations was $1.1 million, a 31% increase from $843,000 in Q1 fiscal 2025, indicating healthy operational cash flow [10] - The company is actively pursuing acquisitions, with a strong pipeline and ongoing discussions, although no immediate closures are expected by year-end [58] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the attach rate on the AI rights add-on product? - Management indicated that the product is new, and they are currently gathering data on attach rates, with industry studies suggesting a potential uplift of about 50% in ARR from AI integrations [22][23][25] Question: What are the plans to increase the attach rate and reduce churn in B2C? - Management acknowledged the need for rigorous testing and optimization of the product to improve conversion rates and reduce churn, noting that churn has been improving overall [31][32] Question: Can you elaborate on the non-seasonal strengths in ARR for Q1? - Management attributed the strong ARR growth to upgraded sales teams and a disciplined sales process, with no pull-forwards affecting the results [40][41] Question: What is the outlook for the transaction segment in the second half? - Management expressed cautious optimism for stabilization in the transaction segment, with some growth in the academic business and new platform customers [51] Question: Any updates on the headless strategy? - Management confirmed ongoing product changes to support large customers with headless strategies, indicating a material part of the pipeline is focused on this area [56] Question: How is AI impacting internal operations? - Management noted that AI tools are significantly speeding up development processes and improving productivity, with plans to implement AI in support functions as well [44][48]
Research Solutions Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Results
Prnewswire· 2025-11-13 21:05
Core Insights - Research Solutions, Inc. reported a 21% year-over-year increase in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) to $21.3 million, driven by strong growth in both B2B and B2C segments [5][8] - The company achieved total revenue of $12.3 million for the fiscal first quarter, a 2% increase compared to the prior-year quarter, with platform subscription revenue rising 18% to $5.1 million [4][8] - Net income for the quarter was $749,000, reflecting a 12% increase from $669,000 in the previous year, while Adjusted EBITDA rose 16% to $1.5 million [9][8] Financial Performance - Total revenue reached $12.3 million, up from $12.0 million in the same quarter last year, primarily due to increased platform revenue [4] - Platform subscription revenue was $5.1 million, an 18% increase year-over-year, attributed to organic growth in both B2C and B2B platforms [5] - Transaction revenue decreased to $7.2 million from $7.7 million, due to lower per article fees on paid orders [6] Profitability Metrics - Gross profit increased by 8% to $6.2 million, with total gross margin improving by 270 basis points to 50.6% [7][8] - Operating expenses rose to $5.3 million from $5.1 million, mainly due to higher sales and marketing expenses [7] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $1.5 million, compared to $1.3 million in the prior-year quarter, representing an 11.1% margin on a trailing twelve-month basis [9][8] Customer Metrics - The company ended the quarter with 1,326 active customers, a decrease from 1,390 in the prior-year quarter [6][12] - B2B ARR growth was $561,000, marking over 300% growth from the previous year, while B2C ARR decreased slightly [8][12] - The Average Sales Price (ASP) reached near all-time high levels, indicating strong demand for the company's offerings [3] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focused on enhancing its SaaS and AI solutions, with significant deals contributing to its growth, including the largest Scite AI deal to date [3] - Continued investment in sales and marketing is expected to drive further growth and improve execution [3]
Research Solutions(RSSS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-18 22:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for fiscal year 2025 was approximately $49.1 million, a 10% increase from fiscal year 2024 [17] - Platform subscription revenue increased 36% to roughly $19 million [17] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached $20.9 million, up 20% year over year [11] - Net income for the quarter was $2.4 million or $0.07 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $2.8 million or $0.09 per diluted share in the prior year quarter [16] - Adjusted EBITDA for the year was $5.3 million, a company record compared to $2.2 million in fiscal year 2024 [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Platform subscription revenue accounted for over 40% of total revenue in the quarter, increasing from 35% in the prior year quarter [11] - Transaction revenue for fiscal year 2025 was $30.1 million, a 2% decrease from the prior year [17] - The company added 38 net new platform deployments in the last quarter, with balanced growth between new sales and upsells [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a modest sequential decline in B2C ARR due to seasonal challenges [12] - The total active customer count for the quarter was 1,338, down from 1,398 in the same period a year ago [13] - The company noted competitive pressures in the B2C space that may affect near-term growth [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reach a $30 million platform ARR target by the end of fiscal year 2027, focusing on product development and unique value delivery [5] - A shift from a transaction-based model to a vertical SaaS model is underway, with an emphasis on AI-driven solutions [8] - The company is pursuing a headless strategy, allowing customers to integrate services into their own systems and workflows [33] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the momentum in B2B ARR growth and expects continued strong performance [23] - There are expectations for transaction revenue growth to remain challenging in fiscal year 2026, but a potential flattening of declines is anticipated [24] - The company plans to continue investing in sales and marketing as well as technology and product development while aiming to reduce overall general and administrative expenses [24] Other Important Information - The company generated over $7 million in cash flow from operations in fiscal year 2025, almost double the previous year's result [23] - The final earn-out for the SITE acquisition was determined to be $15.4 million, with payments structured to be 62% in cash [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you touch on the sequential uptick in ASP? - Management noted that larger deals have been secured due to the onboarding of a new Chief Revenue Officer and improved sales training [42] Question: How is the Resolute software adapting to the new strategy? - Management indicated that Resolute's strong API aligns well with the headless strategy, allowing for better integration into customer workflows [44] Question: What are the trends regarding COGS on the platform side? - Management explained that cost optimization efforts, including prepayments for hosting services, have contributed to lower COGS despite revenue growth [52] Question: Can AI-related deals continue to grow at the current pace? - Management expects continued strong results in the B2B space but anticipates slower growth in the B2C space due to increased competition [55] Question: What is driving the strength in deals above $100,000? - The new sales process and pricing strategy have led to larger deals, with a focus on understanding customer pain points and delivering value [58] Question: Can you elaborate on the partnership with LibKey? - Management described the partnership as an opportunity to expand the academic business by facilitating access to scientific articles through link resolver technology [64] Question: What is the current penetration of Article Galaxy customers also using SITE? - Management indicated that penetration remains low to mid-single digits, with most SITE sales going to new customers [68] Question: How do you expect margins to expand in fiscal year 2026? - Management anticipates crossing the 10% EBITDA margin threshold while continuing to invest in growth [70]
Research Solutions(RSSS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-18 22:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q4 FY 2025 was $12.4 million, up from $12.1 million in Q4 FY 2024, marking a strong quarter for the business [9] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached $21 million, growing 20% year-over-year [4] - Gross margin for Q4 was 51%, a 450 basis point improvement over the previous year, marking the first time gross margin exceeded 50% [12] - Net income for Q4 was $2.4 million, compared to a net loss of $2.8 million in the prior year [15] - For the full fiscal year 2025, total revenue was approximately $49.1 million, a 10% increase from fiscal 2024 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Platform subscription revenue increased 21% year-over-year to approximately $5.2 million in Q4 [10] - B2B ARR grew significantly, with net B2B ARR growth of $724,000 in Q4, compared to $407,000 in the prior year [10] - Transaction revenue for Q4 was approximately $7.3 million, down from $7.9 million in the prior year [11] - Total deployments ended the year at 1,171, up 150 for the year [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a modest sequential decline in B2C ARR, attributed to seasonal challenges [11] - The total active customer count for Q4 was 1,338, down from 1,398 in the same period a year ago [12] - The company noted competitive pressures in the B2C space affecting near-term growth, but remains optimistic about long-term prospects [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reach a $30 million platform ARR target by the end of FY 2027, focusing on product development and unique value delivery [4] - A shift from a transaction-based model to a vertical SaaS model is underway, with an emphasis on AI's impact on research workflows [7] - The company is pursuing a headless strategy, allowing customers to integrate services into their own systems and workflows [30] - New AI-based products are growing at nearly 4X the pace of legacy products, indicating a strong future focus on AI [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the momentum of B2B ARR growth and the potential for a return to low levels of growth in transaction revenue [22] - The company plans to continue investing in sales and marketing while aiming to reduce general and administrative expenses [23] - Management expects to maintain adjusted EBITDA margins above 10% and gross margins above 50% in FY 2026 [66] Other Important Information - The final earnout for the Scite acquisition was determined to be $15.4 million, with a cash mix increased to approximately 62% [18] - Cash flow from operations in FY 2025 was over $7 million, nearly double the previous year's result [20] - The company ended FY 2025 with a cash balance of $12.2 million, with no outstanding borrowings [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Sequential uptick in ASP drivers - Management noted larger deals and improved sales execution as key drivers for the increase in average selling price [38] Question: Resolute software adaptation to new strategy - The company is focusing on leveraging Resolute's strong API capabilities within the headless strategy, enhancing its value proposition [40] Question: Competitive environment for API strategy - Management highlighted that while some publishers are exploring similar strategies, the company is uniquely positioned due to its extensive partnerships with various publishers [43] Question: Trends in COGS and platform optimization - Management indicated that cost stabilization and prepayment strategies have contributed to lower COGS despite revenue growth [47] Question: AI-related deals growth sustainability - Management expects continued strong growth in B2B AI-related deals, while B2C growth may moderate due to increased competition [50] Question: Strength in deals above $100,000 - The new sales process and pricing strategy have enabled the company to secure larger deals, with a focus on understanding customer pain points [52]
Research Solutions(RSSS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-18 22:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q4 FY 2025 was $12.4 million, up from $12.1 million in Q4 FY 2024, marking a strong quarter for the business [9] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached $21 million, growing 20% year-over-year [4][10] - Gross margin for Q4 was 51%, a 450 basis point improvement year-over-year, marking the first time blended gross margin exceeded 50% [12] - Net income for Q4 was $2.4 million or $0.07 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $2.8 million or $0.09 per diluted share in the prior year [15] - For the full fiscal year 2025, total revenue was approximately $49.1 million, a 10% increase from fiscal 2024 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Platform subscription revenue increased 21% year-over-year to approximately $5.2 million in Q4 [10] - B2B ARR grew significantly, with net B2B ARR growth of $724,000 in Q4, compared to $407,000 in the prior year quarter [10] - Transaction revenue for Q4 was approximately $7.3 million, down from $7.9 million in the prior year quarter [11] - Total deployments ended the year at 1,171, up 150 for the year [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total active customer count for Q4 was 1,338, down from 1,398 in the same period a year ago [12] - The company experienced a modest sequential decline in B2C ARR, attributed to seasonal challenges [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reach a $30 million platform ARR target by the end of FY 2027, focusing on product development and AI integration [4] - A shift from a transaction-based model to a vertical SaaS model is underway, with an emphasis on AI's impact on research workflows [7] - The company is pursuing a headless strategy, allowing customers to integrate services into their own systems and workflows [30] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about B2B ARR growth momentum, despite competitive pressures in the B2C space [22] - Transaction revenue growth is expected to remain challenging in the first half of FY 2026, with hopes for stabilization or low growth in the latter half [22] - The company plans to continue investing in sales and marketing while reducing general and administrative expenses [23] Other Important Information - The final earnout for the Scite acquisition was determined to be $15.4 million, with a cash mix increased to approximately 62% [18] - Cash flow from operations for FY 2025 was over $7 million, nearly double the previous year's result [20] - The company ended FY 2025 with a cash balance of $12.2 million, with no outstanding borrowings [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the sequential uptick in ASP? - Management noted that larger deals have been secured due to the onboarding of a new Chief Revenue Officer and improved sales training [38] Question: How is the Resolute software adapting to the new API strategy? - The company indicated that Resolute's strong API capabilities align well with the headless strategy, allowing for better integration into customer workflows [40] Question: What is the competitive landscape for the headless strategy? - Management highlighted that while some publishers are opening up their articles to LLM providers, the company is uniquely positioned to work with a wide range of publishers [43] Question: Can you elaborate on the strength in deals above $100,000? - The new sales process and pricing strategies have led to larger deals, with a focus on understanding customer pain points and delivering value [52] Question: What are the expectations for margin expansion in FY 2026? - Management anticipates EBITDA margins to remain above 10%, with potential for growth while continuing to invest in sales and marketing [66]
Research Solutions(RSSS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-18 22:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q4 2025 was $12.4 million, up from $12.1 million in Q4 2024, marking a strong quarter for the business [8] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached $21 million, growing 20% year-over-year [4][9] - Gross margin for Q4 was 51%, a 450 basis point improvement from Q4 2024, marking the first time blended gross margin exceeded 50% [11] - Net income for Q4 was $2.4 million or $0.07 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $2.8 million or $0.09 per diluted share in the prior year [13] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $1.6 million, a new quarterly record with a 13% margin [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Platform subscription revenue increased 21% year-over-year to approximately $5.2 million, driven by growth in both B2C and B2B segments [9] - Transaction revenue for Q4 was approximately $7.3 million, down from $7.9 million in the prior year quarter, reflecting a decline in paid transaction order volumes [10] - The platform business recorded a gross margin of 88.5%, compared to 85.3% in the prior year quarter [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total active customer count for Q4 was 1,338, down from 1,398 in the same period a year ago [11] - B2B ARR at quarter end was $14.2 million, while normalized ARR associated with B2C subscribers was approximately $6.7 million [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reach a $30 million platform ARR target by the end of FY 2027, focusing on product development and unique value delivery [4] - The strategy includes transitioning from a transaction-based model to a vertical SaaS model, leveraging AI to enhance research workflows [6][30] - The company is exploring acquisitions to enhance its product offerings and has a strong acquisition pipeline [4][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about B2B ARR growth momentum, despite competitive pressures in the B2C space [19] - Transaction revenue growth is expected to remain challenging in the first half of FY 2026, with potential for stabilization or low growth in the latter half [20] - The company plans to continue investing in sales and marketing, technology, and product development while reducing general and administrative expenses [21] Other Important Information - The final earnout for the Scite acquisition was determined to be $15.4 million, with payments structured to be 62% in cash [16] - Cash flow from operations for FY 2025 was over $7 million, nearly double the previous year's result [18] - The company ended FY 2025 with a cash balance of $12.2 million, with no outstanding borrowings [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: What drove the sequential uptick in ASP? - The increase in ASP was attributed to larger deals and improved sales execution under the new Chief Revenue Officer [35] Question: How is the Resolute software adapting to the new API strategy? - Resolute's strong API capabilities align well with the headless strategy, allowing integration into customer workflows [36] Question: What is the competitive landscape for the headless strategy? - The company is uniquely positioned as it collaborates with various publishers, unlike competitors who may hesitate to share content [39] Question: Can you discuss the trends in the COGS line on the platform side? - COGS has stabilized with limited headcount growth and cost management strategies, contributing to improved gross margins [41] Question: How do you expect margins to expand in 2026? - The company anticipates EBITDA margins to remain above 10%, with potential for growth while continuing to invest in sales and marketing [57]
Research Solutions(RSSS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-18 22:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for fiscal year 2025 was approximately $49.1 million, a 10% increase from fiscal year 2024 [19] - Platform subscription revenue increased 36% to roughly $19 million [19] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached $20.9 million, up 20% year over year [12][19] - Net income for the quarter was $2.4 million or $0.07 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $2.8 million or $0.09 per diluted share in the prior year quarter [18] - Adjusted EBITDA for the year was $5.3 million, a company record compared to $2.2 million in fiscal year 2024 [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Platform subscription revenue accounted for over 40% of total revenue in the quarter, increasing from 35% in the prior year quarter [12] - B2B ARR was $14.2 million, while normalized ARR associated with B2C subscribers was approximately $6.7 million [13] - Transaction revenue for fiscal year 2025 was $30.1 million, a 2% decrease from the prior year [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a modest sequential decline in B2C ARR due to seasonal challenges [13] - The total active customer count decreased to 1,338 from 1,398 in the same period a year ago [14] - The company noted competitive pressures in the B2C space that may affect near-term growth [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reach a $30 million platform ARR target by the end of fiscal year 2027, focusing on product development and unique value delivery [5] - A shift from a transaction-based model to a vertical SaaS model is underway, with an emphasis on AI's impact on research workflows [8] - The company is pursuing a headless strategy, allowing customers to integrate services into their own systems and workflows [35] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about B2B ARR growth momentum and the potential for a return to low levels of growth in transaction revenue [25] - The company is focused on improving conversion rates in the transaction business and enhancing customer experience [79] - Management expects to continue investing in sales and marketing while aiming to reduce general and administrative expenses [25] Other Important Information - The company has a strong acquisition pipeline and is exploring opportunities to enhance its product offerings [5][29] - The final earn-out for the SITE acquisition was determined to be $15.4 million, with a cash mix increased to approximately 62% [22] - Cash flow from operations for fiscal year 2025 was over $7 million, nearly double the previous year's result [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: What drove the sequential uptick in ASP? - The increase in ASP was attributed to larger deals and improved sales execution under the new Chief Revenue Officer [44] Question: How is the Resolute software adapting to the new strategy? - Resolute's strong API aligns well with the headless strategy, allowing for better integration into customer workflows [46][48] Question: What is the competitive landscape for the API strategy? - Other publishers are beginning to open up their articles to LLM providers, but the company believes it is uniquely positioned due to its relationships with various publishers [50][51] Question: How do you see margins expanding in fiscal year 2026? - The company expects to maintain EBITDA margins above 10% while continuing to invest in growth [74] Question: What strategies are in place to stem the decline in the transactions business? - The focus is on product improvements and enhancing the customer experience to increase conversion rates [79]
Research Solutions Unveils AI Rights Add-On to Ensure Copyright-Safe AI Use of Scientific Literature
Prnewswire· 2025-09-11 13:54
Core Insights - Research Solutions has launched the AI Rights add-on for Article Galaxy, enabling corporate researchers to use generative AI tools with scientific journal content while ensuring compliance with copyright laws [1][2][3] - The solution addresses a significant compliance gap, as 76% of researchers currently using AI tools lack clear guidance on copyright permissions [1][2] - The AI Rights add-on provides instant clarity on usage permissions and seamless access to acquire necessary rights, transforming Article Galaxy into a comprehensive solution for AI rights verification [2][5] Company Overview - Research Solutions (NASDAQ: RSSS) is a vertical SaaS and AI company that simplifies research workflows for academic institutions, life science companies, and research organizations globally [4] - The company offers a unique marketplace for scientific, technical, and medical (STM) content, combining AI-powered tools with access to both open access and paywalled research [4] Key Innovations - Comprehensive Rights Management allows users to manage all AI rights sources through a single interface, including open access licenses and direct publisher relationships [5] - Instant Rights Verification provides immediate visibility on AI usage permissions for any article, eliminating compliance uncertainty [5] - One-Click Rights Acquisition enables users to purchase missing permissions directly through the Article Galaxy interface with transparent pricing [5] - Retroactive Rights Purchase allows organizations to acquire AI rights for previously purchased articles, ensuring compliance for existing content libraries [5] - Organization-Wide Licensing applies acquired AI rights across the entire organization, removing per-use restrictions [5]