Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for Q2 2025 were $759.7 million, an increase of 3.2% year over year [7] - Gross profit reached a record $137.8 million, while gross margins decreased to 18.1%, down 40 basis points from the previous year [7][8] - Net income for Q2 was $24.8 million, a decrease of 5.2% compared to $26.2 million in the prior year [9][14] - Diluted earnings per share for Q2 was $0.97, down $0.02 from the previous year [14] - Adjusted EBITDA for the trailing twelve months was $122.5 million, a decrease of 2% from $125.4 million a year ago [14] Business Segment Performance - Business Solutions segment net sales were $293.2 million, an increase of 5.4% year over year, with gross profit increasing by 3.8% to $68.8 million [10] - Public Sector Solutions segment net sales were $140.5 million, down 11.9% from the previous year, with gross profit decreasing by 11.9% to $21.3 million [10][11] - Enterprise Solutions segment net sales grew 9.1% to $326 million, with gross profit increasing by 3.4% to $47.6 million [11][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a decline in sales to state, local government, and educational institutions, which decreased by $20.9 million [10] - Sales to the federal government increased by $1.9 million, indicating mixed performance in the public sector [10] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focused on driving value through integrated IT solutions and outstanding customer service, with a strong emphasis on data center modernization and edge computing [6][19] - The company plans to invest in education and tools to assist customers with AI and next-generation architectures [19][21] - The backlog is at its highest level in nearly two years, indicating strong future demand [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the second half of the year, citing a strong pipeline and increased customer activity [27][28] - The company expects less impact from subscription licensing program changes in the second half of the year [18] - Management believes they can outperform the U.S. IT market growth by 200 basis points [22] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 255,000 shares at an average price of $60.95 per share, totaling $15.5 million [15] - Cash flow used in operations for the first half of 2025 was $26.1 million, primarily due to increases in inventory and accounts receivable [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Context for moving into the back half of the year and trends in July - Management noted strong customer discussions and planned rollouts for the second half, with a record backlog and increased activity continuing into July [27][28] Question: Staging inventory for customer rollouts - Approximately 67% to 75% of the staged inventory is customer-specific, with proactive buy-ins to take advantage of favorable pricing [31] Question: Cash flow expectations for the back half of the year - Management expects to generate positive cash flow for the year, with operating cash flow roughly aligning with net income for the quarter [34] Question: Gross margin expectations for the back half of the year - Management anticipates gross margins will hold about where they are, with potential fluctuations of ten to fifteen basis points [40] Question: Exciting vertical markets for the back half of the year - There is optimism in retail and manufacturing markets, with strong outlooks due to solution-driven technologies [41] Question: Long-term growth initiatives - The company is investing in personnel, productivity platforms, and AI initiatives to drive long-term growth [43][44]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated net sales for Q1 2025 were $700 million, representing a 10.9% increase compared to Q1 2024 [6] - Gross profit increased by nearly 8% to $127.3 million, while gross margins slightly decreased to 18.2%, down 50 basis points year over year [6][8] - Operating income for Q1 was $14.5 million, a 7.9% increase year over year, with operating income as a percentage of sales remaining flat at 2.1% [7][8] - Net income was $13.5 million, up 2.5% from $13.2 million in the prior year, with diluted earnings per share increasing by 2% to $0.51 [8][14] - Adjusted diluted earnings per share rose by 20% to $0.60 [8][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for notebooks and desktops increased by 21% year over year, driven by device refresh initiatives [9] - Advanced Technologies and Integrated Solutions revenue grew by 7%, supported by software and server storage solutions [9] - Business Solutions segment net sales were $258.4 million, a 1% increase, with gross profit rising by 8.4% to $65.4 million [10] - Public Sector Solutions net sales increased by 4.7% to $144.6 million, with gross profit up 30.9% [11] - Enterprise Solutions segment net sales grew by 5.4% to $298 million, although gross profit decreased by 1% [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Financial Services net sales increased by 32% and gross profit by 31% year over year [20] - Healthcare segment net sales grew by 13% and gross profit by 10% year over year [20] - The backlog at the end of Q1 was at its highest level in nearly two years, indicating strong future demand [23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on integrated IT solutions and customer service, aiming to drive internal efficiencies and reduce costs [6][19] - There is a strong emphasis on AI technology and its implementation, with investments in frameworks and advisory capabilities to support customer needs [21][22] - The company anticipates outperforming the U.S. IT market growth by 200 basis points, aligning its strategy with shifting customer technology consumption dynamics [24] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a mixed customer response to economic conditions, with some accelerating purchases while others delayed due to cost concerns [29] - The company remains optimistic about future growth, driven by device refresh momentum and data center modernization initiatives [22][23] - There is caution regarding the economic backdrop, but management believes they can navigate through challenges and capitalize on opportunities [46][48] Other Important Information - The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on May 30, 2025 [16] - A significant increase in share buyback activity was noted, with 697,000 shares repurchased at an average price of $64.22 [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Customer purchasing patterns in Q1 - Management indicated a mixed response from customers, with some accelerating purchases due to cost containment concerns while others delayed spending [29][30] Question: Expected growth for the year - Management projected mid to high single-digit growth for the year, with a solid enterprise funnel but caution due to economic conditions [36][39] Question: Q1 performance progression - The quarter saw stronger performance in March compared to January and February, attributed to improved customer confidence and pre-tariff buying [43][44] Question: Q2 outlook amidst tariffs - Management acknowledged that tariffs are impacting customer decisions, but they are working to help customers navigate these challenges [46][48] Question: Acquisition plans - The company remains open to acquisitions, particularly tuck-in deals that expand capabilities or enter new markets, despite current market conditions [49][50]