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QuantaSing(QSG) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-17 12:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q4 FY2025 reached RMB 617.8 million, with a net income of RMB 108 million, resulting in a net profit margin of 17.5% [18][19] - Sales and marketing expenses improved significantly to 47.6% of revenue from 69.2% in the previous quarter [19] - Gross profit for the quarter was RMB 467.6 million, with a gross margin of 75.7%, down from 85.9% in the same period last year [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from the property business totaled RMB 65.8 million, accounting for 10.6% of total revenue, indicating its growing significance [20] - Individual online learning services generated revenues of RMB 456.9 million, down from RMB 906.7 million in Q4 FY2024, primarily due to decreases in skills upgrading and financial literacy courses [20] - Revenues from enterprise services were RMB 35.7 million, down from RMB 56.6 million a year ago, due to a reduction in marketing services [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company held over RMB 1 billion in cash and cash equivalents, providing a strong foundation for its transition into the property business [6] - Online GMV exceeded RMB 18 million in August, which is over nine times that of April [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is restructuring to divest all non-property businesses to focus exclusively on its high-growth property business [4][5] - The strategy includes strengthening IP creation, driving agile execution, and delivering sustainable returns to shareholders [15][16] - The company aims to capitalize on the cultural transformation driven by young, digitally savvy consumers seeking emotional connections and unique collectible experiences [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth potential of the property market and the company's ability to scale its IP portfolio and expand internationally [24][25] - The company expects revenues from the property business to be in the range of RMB 100 million-RMB 110 million for Q1 FY2026 and RMB 750 million-RMB 800 million for the full fiscal year 2026 [24][25] Other Important Information - The company has established a joint venture with Juehua Entertainment to leverage cross-industry resources for IP promotion and user engagement [54][55] - The company plans to open three to five flagship stores by the end of the year, enhancing its offline presence [13][38] Q&A Session Summary Question: Recent revenue run rate and confirmed order backlog - Management noted that Wakuku's growth has been explosive, with monthly production capacity reaching approximately 20 times the level at the beginning of the year, and confirmed order backlog is significant with a delivery rate of less than 50% [29][30] Question: Details on Last One's equity arrangements - The acquisition of Last One's remaining equity is in the settlement process, with approximately 60% paid in newly issued shares and 40% as long-term incentives vesting over eight years [32][33] Question: Revenue guidance and toy revenue surpassing education business - Management stated that guidance for FY2025 and FY2026 was based on a prudent assessment of market conditions, with expectations for continued growth driven by strong product performance and channel expansion [36][38] Question: Pipeline for new product categories - The company has a structured roadmap for IP launches and is exploring new product categories, including smaller figures and plush products, set to debut in Q4 [50][51] Question: Collaboration with Juehua Entertainment - The joint venture with Juehua Entertainment focuses on IP design and supply chain support, aiming to develop new IPs that leverage both companies' strengths [54][55]
QuantaSing(QSG) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-17 12:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q4 2025 reached RMB 617.8 million, with a net income of RMB 108 million, resulting in a net profit margin of 17.5% [18][19] - Sales and marketing expenses improved significantly to 47.6% of revenue from 69.2% in the previous quarter [18][19] - Gross profit for the quarter was RMB 467.6 million, with a gross margin of 75.7%, down from 85.9% in the same period last year [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from the property business totaled RMB 65.8 million, accounting for 10.6% of total revenue, indicating its growing significance [19][21] - Individual online learning services generated revenues of RMB 456.9 million, a decrease from RMB 906.7 million in Q4 2024, primarily due to declines in skills upgrading and financial literacy courses [19] - Revenues from enterprise services were RMB 35.7 million, down from RMB 56.6 million a year ago, due to reduced marketing services [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company held over RMB 1 billion in cash and cash equivalents, providing a strong foundation for its transition into the property business [6][24] - Online GMV exceeded RMB 18 million in August, which is over nine times that of April [10][36] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from a traffic-driven to a product-driven business model, focusing exclusively on high-growth property business [4][5] - A potential business restructuring is underway to divest all non-property businesses, allowing the company to concentrate resources on the property market [5][15] - The strategy includes strengthening IP creation, driving agile execution, and delivering sustainable returns to shareholders [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth potential of the property market, expecting revenues from this segment to be between RMB 100 million to RMB 110 million for Q1 FY 2026 and RMB 750 million to RMB 800 million for the full fiscal year 2026 [24][25] - The company is optimistic about its ability to scale its IP portfolio and expand internationally, with strong growth momentum observed in overseas markets [24][36] Other Important Information - The company has established a joint venture with Juehua Entertainment to leverage cross-industry resources for promoting IPs [46][47] - The restructuring process is expected to enhance shareholder value and focus on the property business [15][37] Q&A Session Summary Question: Recent revenue trajectory and confirmed order backlog - Management noted that the growth rate of the Makuku IP has been explosive, with sales of Cinnodle exceeding 300,000 boxes, indicating strong future performance [27][28] Question: Details on Last One's equity arrangements - The acquisition of Last One involves a mix of shares and long-term incentives, with a commitment to long-term collaboration and value creation [30][32] Question: Revenue guidance and market expectations - Management provided guidance for Q1 and full-year revenues, emphasizing a prudent assessment of market conditions and strong product performance [33][34] Question: Product strategy and new categories - The company has a structured roadmap for IP launches and is exploring new product categories, including smaller figures and plush products [42][44] Question: Collaboration with Juehua Entertainment - The partnership aims to leverage strengths in IP design and promotion, with plans for new IPs and products in the future [46][47]
Syntec Optics (OPTX) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-16 22:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is currently in the process of filing its Form 10-K for the year ending December 31, 2024, and two Form 10-Qs for the periods ending March 31, 2025, and June 30, 2025, with a targeted filing date of September 15, 2025 [3][4]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is experiencing increased demand from key customers, with requests for volume increases ranging from 20% to 100% higher than current delivery levels [7]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focusing on high-growth light-enabled markets, including Low Earth Orbit satellite optics, night vision, integrated scope optics for defense, and hospital diagnostic optics for biomedical equipment [7][8]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company's strategy involves a three-pronged execution plan focusing on operational excellence, scaling production, and expanding into new high-growth light-enabled markets [6][7][8]. - The company aims to improve yield rates from 50% to 95% and is increasing staffing to support production scaling [8]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes there are continued growth opportunities as more products become light-enabled, positioning the company to capitalize on these trends [6][9]. Other Important Information - The company has submitted an updated plan to Nasdaq to regain compliance with filing requirements, which includes detailed progress on the filings [3][4]. Q&A Session Summary - No specific questions or answers were provided in the content, as the call concluded without a Q&A segment [10].
Workday (NasdaqGS:WDAY) 2025 Analyst Day Transcript
2025-09-16 22:02
Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Company Overview - The company discussed its unique position in the software industry, particularly in the context of the transition from on-premises software to cloud-based solutions and SaaS models [1][2] - The company has seen significant growth in its user base, increasing from 46 million contracted users to 75 million over the past five years [4] AI and Software Growth - The company highlighted the expanding opportunities in AI, stating that 75% of existing customers are using AI features, and 75% of new customers are purchasing AI as their first product [6] - AI-related annual contract value (ACV) has grown from over $250 million to more than $450 million, representing a 50% year-over-year increase [7] - The company emphasized that AI is integral to its product offerings and is driving growth, contributing approximately 1.5 percentage points to overall annual recurring revenue (ARR) growth [8] Talent Acquisition and Leadership - The company has made significant hires in leadership positions to drive growth, including a new GM for the medium enterprise segment and a former Google executive to lead the platform business [12][13] - The collaboration between new and existing talent is noted as a key strength for future growth [12] Financial Performance and Projections - The company expects to achieve over $8.8 billion in revenue for the current year, up from just under $6 billion in 2023 [37] - Non-GAAP operating margins are projected to increase from just over 20% in FY2023 to 29% by the end of the current year [41] - The company has set a target for subscription revenue CAGR through FY2028 to range from 12% to 15% [54] Capital Allocation and Share Buybacks - The company announced a $5 billion share buyback program through FY2027, emphasizing its commitment to returning capital to shareholders [59][62] - The focus remains on organic investment, particularly in AI, while also considering M&A opportunities that align with its strategic goals [66][67] Market Expansion and New Offerings - The company is focusing on expanding its presence in the medium enterprise market and has launched Workday Go to cater to this segment [33][90] - A new consumption-based pricing model called flex credits was introduced, allowing customers to pay based on usage, which is expected to enhance customer value and capture revenue [88] Data Integrity and AI Differentiation - The company is investing in improving data integrity and context, which is crucial for effective AI implementation in enterprise settings [93][96] - The unique architecture of Workday allows for the integration of AI into business processes, enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness [84][96] Conclusion - The company is optimistic about its future, citing strong customer loyalty, innovative capabilities, and a robust growth strategy [15][16] - The leadership team is committed to driving durable growth while expanding operating margins, positioning the company for long-term success in the evolving software landscape [15][41]
Syntec Optics (OPTX) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-16 22:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is currently addressing compliance issues with Nasdaq regarding the filing of its Form 10-K and two Form 10-Qs, with a targeted filing date of September 15, 2025 [2] - The audit committee has approved the filings of the 10-K and the two 10-Qs after meetings held on September 4 and September 11, 2025 [2] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is experiencing increased demand from key customers, with requests for volume increases ranging from 20% to 100% [3][4] - The focus on operational excellence aims to improve yields and maximize capacity utilization to meet this robust demand [4] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is expanding into new high-growth light-enabled markets, including fusion energy, hyperspectral imaging for defense, and quantum computing [4] - The company is also targeting improvements in production yields from 50% to 95% to support scaling production [4] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company's strategy involves a three-pronged execution plan focusing on operational excellence, scaling production, and expanding into new applications [3] - The operational excellence initiative includes deploying enhanced operations KPIs and real-time data for decision-making [4] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes there are continued growth opportunities as more products become light-enabled, positioning the company for sustainable growth [3] - The company is actively working to regain compliance with Nasdaq filing requirements and is committed to transparency with investors [2] Other Important Information - The company is enhancing its staffing, including increasing night shifts, to meet the growing demand and prepare for future growth [4] Q&A Session Summary - No specific questions or answers were provided in the content, as the call concluded without a Q&A segment [5]
Syntec Optics (OPTX) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-16 22:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is currently working on regaining compliance with Nasdaq filing requirements, with an updated plan submitted on September 5, 2025, to file the Form 10-K and two 10-Qs by September 15, 2025 [3][4]. - The audit committee approved the filings of the 10-K and two 10-Qs, indicating progress in addressing previous compliance issues [4]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focusing on operational excellence to maximize capacity, with key customers demanding increased volumes of 20% to 100% higher than current deliveries [7]. - Yield improvements are targeted to increase from 50% to 95% in some cases, with staffing increases planned for night shifts to support production scaling [9]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is expanding into new high-growth light-enabled markets, including fusion energy, hyperspectral imaging for defense, and quantum computing [9][10]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company's strategy involves a three-pronged execution plan focusing on operational excellence, scaling production, and expanding into new applications [6][8]. - The operational focus includes improving yields and maximizing capacity utilization to meet robust demand [7]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes there are continued growth opportunities as more products become light-enabled, positioning the company to capitalize on these trends [6]. - The company is actively securing new customers in breakthrough applications, indicating a proactive approach to market expansion [9]. Other Important Information - The company is leveraging its operational strengths through horizontal and vertical integration of optics manufacturing processes [6]. - Daily technician meetings and ERP dashboards are being deployed to enhance operational efficiency [8]. Q&A Session Summary - No specific questions or answers were provided in the content, as the call concluded without a Q&A segment [11].
Flux Power(FLUX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-16 21:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q4 2025 was $16.7 million, up from $13.4 million in Q4 2024, while full-year revenue increased to $66.4 million from $60.8 million [14] - Gross margin for Q4 2025 improved to 34.5% from 26.8% in Q4 2024, and full-year gross margin rose to 32.7% from 28.3% [14] - Operating expenses for Q4 2025 were $6.5 million, compared to $5.4 million in Q4 2024, with full-year operating expenses increasing to $26.8 million from $23.8 million [15] - Net loss for Q4 2025 was $1.2 million, or $0.07 per share, compared to a net loss of $2.2 million, or $0.13 per share in Q4 2024 [15] - Non-GAAP net loss for Q4 2025 was $30,000, or $0.00 per share, compared to a non-GAAP net loss of $1.9 million, or $0.11 per share in the prior period [16] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the quarter were $1.3 million, up from $600,000 a year ago [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Increased sales for the full year 2025 were driven by higher volume in both material handling and ground support equipment markets, with higher average selling prices in the GSE market [14] - A significant purchase order for 120 units of the G80-420 lithium-ion battery pack was received from a major North American airline, valued at over $2 million [9] - An additional purchase order of $1.2 million was received for a G80 lithium-ion energy solution along with the SkyEMS software platform [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is targeting expanded opportunities in North and Central America, leveraging its strong foothold in the United States [12] - The quoting activity has increased significantly, indicating a positive trend for future orders [13][41] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on five strategic initiatives: achieving profitable growth, executing operational efficiency, implementing a solution selling approach, building the right products for customer needs, and integrating value-added software across its battery portfolio [5] - The management team is committed to a solutions-based sales approach to increase value provided to customers [18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The current tariff and macroeconomic environment create uncertainty, but the growth of sales opportunities and strategic initiatives provide optimism for the latter part of the fiscal year [18] - Management acknowledged the need for ongoing improvements to achieve profitability and cash flow breakeven [6] Other Important Information - The company has shipped over 28,000 battery packs, representing a significant opportunity to add intelligence to existing equipment with the SkyEMS software [10] - A 15% reduction in headcount was implemented to lower ongoing operating expenses [7] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the strong gross margin expansion in the quarter? - The improvement was driven by initiatives to reduce product input costs and lower warranty costs, contributing to about 60% of the gross margin improvement [22] Question: How has the beta rollout of SkyEMS 2.0 been received by customers? - The new version addresses customer pain points and has received positive feedback during beta testing [23] Question: What does the pipeline look like, and what is the backlog number? - The current backlog is approximately $9 million, with an increase in quoting activity expected to materialize in future quarters [29] Question: What is driving the recent airline orders? - The orders are driven by redesigned products that are more efficient and the addition of software solutions [37] Question: Can you elaborate on the quoting activity and its dynamics? - The increase in quoting activity is attributed to customers releasing capital for purchases after understanding the tariff impacts [42]
Flux Power(FLUX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-16 21:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q4 2025 was $16.7 million, up from $13.4 million in Q4 2024, while full-year revenue increased to $66.4 million from $60.8 million [15] - Gross margin for Q4 2025 improved to 34.5% from 26.8% in Q4 2024, and full-year gross margin rose to 32.7% from 28.3% [15] - Operating expenses for Q4 2025 were $6.5 million, compared to $5.4 million in Q4 2024, with full-year operating expenses increasing to $26.8 million from $23.8 million [16] - The net loss for Q4 2025 was $1.2 million, or $0.07 per share, compared to a net loss of $2.2 million, or $0.13 per share in Q4 2024 [16] - Non-GAAP net loss for Q4 2025 was $30,000, or $0.00 per share, compared to a non-GAAP net loss of $1.9 million, or $0.11 per share in the prior period [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Increased sales for the full year 2025 were driven by higher volume in both material handling and ground support equipment markets, with higher average selling prices in the GSE market [15] - The company shipped more than 28,000 battery packs, indicating significant market penetration [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company received a significant purchase order for 120 units of the G80 420 lithium-ion battery pack worth over $2 million from a major North American airline [9] - An additional order of over $1.2 million was received from another airline for a G80 lithium-ion energy solution along with the SkyEMS software platform [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on five strategic initiatives: achieving profitable growth, executing operational efficiency, implementing a solution selling approach, building the right products for customer needs, and integrating value-added software across the battery portfolio [5] - The management team is committed to a vision of intelligent energy solutions, where lithium-ion batteries function as part of a connected, self-optimizing network [4] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The current tariff and macroeconomic environment create uncertainty, but the growth of sales opportunities and strategic initiatives provide optimism for the latter part of the fiscal year [19] - Management acknowledges the need for continued work to achieve profitability and cash flow breakeven, but initial progress is being demonstrated [6] Other Important Information - The company has implemented operational efficiencies, including a 15% reduction in headcount across all segments except Sales and Marketing to reduce ongoing operating expenses [7] - The SkyEMS AI platform is progressing well, with beta testing access provided to an airline customer [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the strong gross margin expansion in the quarter? - Management noted that initiatives to improve product input costs contributed to about 60% of the improvement, along with lower warranty costs [22] Question: How has the beta rollout of SkyEMS 2.0 been received? - The new version was designed with customer feedback in mind, focusing on efficiency and usability, and has received positive feedback from beta testers [23][24] Question: What does the pipeline look like, and what is the backlog number? - The current backlog is approximately $9 million, with increased quoting activity expected to drive future growth [30] Question: What is driving the recent airline orders? - The orders are driven by a redesigned battery that is more efficient and a package that includes the SkyEMS software [38] Question: Can you elaborate on the quoting activity and its dynamics? - There was a pullback in capital expenditures due to economic uncertainty, but recent quoting activity indicates a release of capital for purchases [42]
Flux Power(FLUX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-16 21:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q4 2025 was $16.7 million, up from $13.4 million in Q4 2024, while full-year revenue increased to $66.4 million from $60.8 million [15] - Gross margin in Q4 2025 improved to 34.5% from 26.8% in Q4 2024, and full-year gross margin rose to 32.7% from 28.3% [15] - Net loss for Q4 2025 was $1.2 million, or $0.07 per share, compared to a net loss of $2.2 million, or $0.13 per share in Q4 2024 [16] - Full-year net loss was $6.7 million, or $0.40 per share, down from a net loss of $8.3 million, or $0.50 per share in 2024 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Increased sales for full-year 2025 were driven by higher volume in both material handling and ground support equipment markets, with higher average selling prices in the GSE market [15] - The company shipped over 28,000 battery packs, indicating significant market penetration [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company received a significant purchase order for 120 units of the G80 420 lithium-ion battery pack worth over $2 million from a major North American airline [9] - An additional order of over $1.2 million was received for a G80 lithium-ion energy solution along with the SkyEMS software platform [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on five strategic initiatives: achieving profitable growth, executing operational efficiency, implementing a solution selling approach, building the right products for customer needs, and integrating value-added software across the battery portfolio [5] - The management team is committed to a solutions-based sales approach to increase customer value [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The current tariff and macroeconomic environment create uncertainty, but the growth of sales opportunities and strategic initiatives provide optimism for the latter part of the fiscal year [19] - Management acknowledged the need for ongoing improvements to achieve profitability and cash flow breakeven [6] Other Important Information - The company has implemented operational efficiencies, including a 15% reduction in headcount across all segments except Sales and Marketing to reduce ongoing operating expenses [7] - The SkyEMS AI platform is progressing well, with beta testing access provided to an airline customer [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the strong gross margin expansion in the quarter? - Management noted that initiatives to improve product input costs and lower warranty costs contributed to the gross margin improvement [22] Question: How has the beta rollout of SkyEMS 2.0 been received? - The new version was designed with customer feedback in mind, focusing on efficiency and usability, and initial feedback has been positive [23] Question: What does the pipeline look like and what is the backlog number? - The current backlog is approximately $9 million, with an increase in quoting activity expected to drive future growth [30] Question: What is driving the recent airline orders? - The orders are driven by redesigned products that are more efficient and the integration of software solutions [38] Question: What is the dynamics of the improving order activity? - The increase in quoting activity is attributed to customers releasing capital for purchases after understanding the tariff impacts [42]
Flux Power(FLUX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-16 21:30
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q4 2025 was $16.7 million, up from $13.4 million in Q4 2024, representing a year-over-year increase of approximately 24.6% [14] - Full-year 2025 revenue increased to $66.4 million from $60.8 million in 2024, reflecting a growth of about 9.2% [14] - Gross margin in Q4 2025 improved to 34.5% from 26.8% in Q4 2024, while full-year gross margin rose to 32.7% from 28.3% [14] - Operating expenses for Q4 2025 were $6.5 million, compared to $5.4 million in Q4 2024, with full-year operating expenses increasing to $26.8 million from $23.8 million [15] - The net loss for Q4 2025 was $1.2 million, or $0.07 per share, an improvement from a net loss of $2.2 million, or $0.13 per share in Q4 2024 [15] - Full-year net loss was $6.7 million, or $0.40 per share, compared to a net loss of $8.3 million, or $0.50 per share in 2024 [15] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was positive $600,000, compared to negative $1.2 million in the same quarter a year ago [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Increased sales in both material handling and ground support equipment markets contributed to revenue growth [14] - A significant purchase order for 120 units of the G80 420 lithium-ion battery pack was received, valued at over $2 million, indicating strong demand in the ground support equipment sector [8] - An additional order of over $1.2 million for a G80 lithium-ion energy solution along with the SkyEMS software platform was secured, showcasing the success of the solution selling strategy [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focusing on expanding its market presence in North and Central America, leveraging its strong foothold in the United States [11] - The quoting activity has increased significantly, indicating a positive trend in customer engagement and potential future orders [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is committed to achieving profitable growth, operational efficiency, and integrating value-added software across its battery portfolio [5] - The strategic initiatives include implementing a solution selling approach and building products tailored to customer needs [5] - The management team is focused on enhancing partnerships with customers, dealers, and OEM sales teams to drive long-term growth [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The current macroeconomic environment and tariffs create uncertainty, but the growth in sales opportunities and strategic initiatives provide optimism for future performance [18] - Management acknowledges the need for continued improvement in profitability and cash flow breakeven, but initial progress has been made [5] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $1.3 million, up from $600,000 a year ago [17] - The current backlog stands at $9 million, indicating a solid pipeline for future revenue [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the strong gross margin expansion in the quarter? - Management indicated that initiatives to improve product input costs and lower warranty costs contributed to the gross margin improvement [20][21][22] Question: How has the beta rollout of SkyEMS 2.0 been received by customers? - The upgraded product has received positive feedback, with improvements based on customer pain points, and is being packaged with battery sales [23][24] Question: What does the pipeline look like, and what is the current backlog? - The current backlog is $9 million, with increased quoting activity expected to drive future growth [29] Question: What is driving the recent airline orders? - The orders are driven by the introduction of redesigned, more efficient products and the integration of software solutions [38][41] Question: What is the outlook for quoting activity in the material handling and ground support equipment markets? - There has been an uptick in quoting activity, particularly in the material handling market, as customers are now more willing to release capital for purchases [42][43]