Biggest changeResults of Operations Comparison of the Years ended December 31, 2023, and December 31, 2022 Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands) 2023 2022 $ % Revenue $ 5,611 $ 7,529 (1,918 ) -25.5% Cost of Revenue 1,257 3,354 (2,097 ) -62.5% Gross Profit 4,354 4,175 179 4.3% Operating Expenses: Sales and marketing 5,670 6,510 (840 ) -12.9% Research and development 5,556 6,465 (909 ) -14.1% General and administrative 5,174 7,483 (2,309 ) -30.9% Operating Loss (12,046 ) (16,283 ) 4,237 26.0% Interest and Other Income 43 2,028 (1,985 ) -97.9% Interest Expense (1,888 ) (2,359 ) 471 20.0% Gain on Lease Termination – 385 (385 ) -100.0% Loss Before Income Taxes (13,891 ) (16,229 ) 2,338 14.4% Income Tax – – – – Net Loss $ (13,891 ) $ (16,229 ) 2,338 14.4% Revenues Total revenue decreased $1.9 million or 25.5% to $5.6 million in 2023 from $7.5 million in 2022.
Biggest changeWe feel that the progress made with our reseller and channel community along with refining our product messaging will help to shorten the sales cycle and grow revenues in future periods. 13 Results of Operations Comparison of the Years ended December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023 Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands) 2024 2023 $ % Revenue $ 5,771 $ 5,611 160 2.9% Cost of Revenue 1,341 1,257 84 6.7% Gross Profit 4,430 4,354 76 1.7% Operating Expenses: Sales and marketing 4,736 5,670 (934 ) -16.5% Research and development 4,435 5,556 (1,121 ) -20.2% General and administrative 3,705 5,174 (1,469 ) -28.4% Operating Loss (8,446 ) (12,046 ) 3,600 -29.9% Interest expense (328 ) (958 ) 630 -65.8% Interest accretion and amortization of debt issuance costs, net 990 (930 ) 1,920 -206.5% Other (expense) income, net (6 ) 43 (49 ) -114.0% Net Loss $ (7,790 ) $ (13,891 ) 6,101 -43.9% Revenues Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, totaled $5.8 million an increase of $0.2 million or 2.9% from $5.6 million in 2023.
Financing Activities For year ended December 31, 2023, net cash provided by financing activities was $6.3 million which consisted principally of proceeds from sales of common stock using our ATM program of $4.7 million and a private placement in November 2023 of $2.3 million offset partially by a $0.4 million paydown on the Streeterville notes.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, net cash provided by financing activities was $6.3 million which consisted principally of proceeds from sales of common stock using our ATM program of $4.7 million and a private placement in November 2023 of $2.3 million offset partially by a $0.4 million paydown on the Streeterville notes.
We are beginning to see traction with our Shield products with multiple Shield sales that, essentially, are paid proof of values which have the potential for significant Shield sales growth beyond the initial engagement. On December 31, 2023, our Shield opportunities comprised a large percentage of our sales pipeline. Concentration of Revenues .
We are beginning to see traction with our Shield products with multiple Shield sales that, essentially, are paid proof of values which have the potential for significant Shield sales growth beyond the initial engagement. On December 31, 2024, our Shield opportunities comprised a large percentage of our sales pipeline. Concentration of Revenues .
Riley Securities, Inc. acts as sales agent under our ATM program, which allows us to potentially sell up to $50.0 million of our common stock using the shelf-registration statement on Form S-3 filed on August 5, 2021.
Riley Securities, Inc. acts as sales agent under our ATM program, which, using the shelf-registration statement on Form S-3 filed on August 5, 2021, allowed us to potentially sell up to $50.0 million of our common stock.
Certain discretionary marketing spends inclusive of participation in trade shows, utilization of third-party contractors for content and product messaging and travel, are likely to vary over time based on savings initiatives that may be necessary. Research and Development Research and development expenses decreased to $5.6 million in 2023 compared to $6.5 million in 2022.
Certain discretionary marketing spends inclusive of participation in trade shows, utilization of third-party contractors for content and product messaging and travel, are likely to vary over time based on savings initiatives that may be necessary. Research and Development Research and development expenses decreased to $4.4 million in 2024 compared to $5.6 million in 2023.
During 2023, our primary focus has been building out our sales reseller and channel platform and working with those partners to 1) increase our sales pipeline and 2) progress customer prospects, leads and opportunities through the sales lifecycle. Gaining traction with our Shield solutions has taken longer than initially anticipated.
During 2023 and 2024, our primary focus has been building out our sales reseller and channel platform and collaborating with those partners to 1) increase our sales pipeline and 2) progress customer prospects, leads and opportunities through the sales lifecycle. Gaining traction with our Shield solutions has taken longer than initially anticipated.
On April 11, 2023, as a result of limitations under General Instruction I.B.6 of Form S-3, and in agreement with the terms of the sales agreement, the Company revised the aggregate offering price of shares of common stock that we can sell pursuant to the ATM program to $15.0 million.
On April 11, 2023, as a result of limitations under General Instruction I.B.6 of Form S-3, and in agreement with the terms of the sales agreement, the Company revised the aggregate offering price of shares of common stock that could be sold pursuant to the ATM program to $15.0 million.
We recognize sales of its consulting services in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 606 whereby revenue from contracts with customers are recognized once the criteria under the five steps below are met: i) identification of the contract with a customer; ii) identification of the performance obligations in the contract; iii) determination of the transaction price; iv) allocation of the transaction price to the separate performance obligations; and v) recognition of revenue upon satisfaction of a performance obligation. 21 Consulting services including reporting are typically done monthly, and revenue is matched accordingly.
We recognize sales of its consulting services in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 606 whereby revenue from contracts with customers are recognized once the criteria under the five steps below are met: i) identification of the contract with a customer; ii) identification of the performance obligations in the contract; iii) determination of the transaction price; iv) allocation of the transaction price to the separate performance obligations; and v) recognition of revenue upon satisfaction of a performance obligation.
Revenues from sales to various U.S. government entities totaled $2.6 million, or 46.2% of revenues, for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $5.0 million, or 65.8% of revenues, for the same period in 2022. In 2023 we had two government entities that individually accounted for over 10% of our revenues compared to three in 2022.
Revenues from sales to various U.S. government entities totaled $4.8 million, or 83.8% of revenues, for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $2.6 million, or 46.2% of revenues, for the same period in 2023. In 2024 we had three government entities that individually accounted for over 10% of our revenues compared to two in 2023.
The estimated fair value of accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate their carrying amounts due to the relatively short maturity of these instruments. Notes payable and financing and operating leases approximate fair value as they bear market rates of interest.
The estimated fair value of accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate their carrying amounts due to the relatively short maturity of these instruments. Notes payable and financing and operating leases approximate fair value as they bear market rates of interest. None of these instruments are held for trading purposes.
SaaS arrangements are accounted for as subscription services not arrangements that transfer a license of intellectual property. We utilize the five-step process, mentioned above, per ASC Topic 606 to recognize sales and will follow that directive, also, to define revenue items as individual and distinct.
INTRUSION Shield is a hosted arrangement subject to SaaS guidance under ASC Topic 606. SaaS arrangements are accounted for as subscription services not arrangements that transfer a license of intellectual property. We utilize the five-step process mentioned above, per ASC Topic 606, to recognize sales and will follow that directive, also, to define revenue items as individual and distinct.
The Company’s similar product and service offerings are not viewed as individual segments, as its management analyzes the business as a whole and expenses are not allocated to each product offering. Gross Profit Gross profit for the 12-months ended December 31, 2023, and 2022 totaled $4.4 million or 77.6% compared to $4.2 million or 55.5%.
The Company’s similar product and service offerings are not viewed as individual segments, as its management analyzes the business as a whole and expenses are not allocated to each product offering. Gross Profit Gross profit for the 12-months ended December 31, 2024, and 2023 totaled $4.4 million or 76.8% and $4.4 million or 77.6%, respectively.
INTRUSION Shield services provided to our customers for a fixed monthly subscription fee include: · access to Intrusion’s proprietary software and database to detect and prevent unauthorized access to our clients’ information networks; · use of all software, associated media, printed materials, data, files, online documentation, and any equipment that Intrusion provides for customers to access the INTRUSION Shield ; and · tech support, post contract customer support (“PCS”) including daily program releases or corrections provided by Intrusion without additional charge.
INTRUSION Shield services provided to our customers for a fixed monthly subscription fee include: · access to Intrusion’s proprietary software and database to detect and prevent unauthorized access to our clients’ information networks; · use of all software, associated media, printed materials, data, files, online documentation, and any equipment that Intrusion provides for customers to access the INTRUSION Shield ; and · tech support, post contract customer support (“PCS”) including daily program releases or corrections provided by Intrusion without additional charge. 19 Our contract provides for no other services, and our customers have no rebates or return rights, nor are any such rights anticipated to be offered as part of this service.
Sales to commercial customers totaled $3.0 million or 53.8% of total revenue for year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $2.6 million or 34.2% of total revenue for the same period in 2022. Two commercial customers individually accounted for over 10% of total revenues in both 2023 and 2022.
Sales to commercial customers totaled $0.9 million or 16.2% of total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $3.0 million or 53.8% of total revenue for the same period in 2023. Two commercial customers individually accounted for over 10% of total revenues in 2023. No commercial customers accounted for 10% or greater of total revenues in 2024.
Our principal sources of cash for funding operations in 2023 has been net proceeds received from sales of common stock using our ATM program of $4.7 million, a private placement offering completed in November 2023 of $2.3 million, and net funds through changes in working capital which includes receipt of the remaining ERC refund in the March quarter of $1.4 million.
Our principal source of cash for funding operations in 2023 was $4.7 million from sales of common stock utilizing the ATM program, a private placement offering completed in November 2023 of $2.3 million and net funds through changes in working capital which included the receipt of the remaining ERC refund of $1.4 million. ATM Program B.
INTRUSION Shield was designed to allow businesses to incorporate a Zero Trust, reputation-based security solution into their existing infrastructure to observe traffic flow and instantly block known malicious or unknown connections from both entering or exiting a network, making it an ideal solution for protecting from Zero-Day and ransomware attacks. 15 Much of 2022 was spent improving the INTRUSION Shield On-Premise performance and developing the Shield Cloud and End-Point solutions, both of which were released in September 2022.
INTRUSION Shield was designed to allow businesses to incorporate a Zero Trust, reputation-based security solution into their existing infrastructure to observe traffic flow and instantly block known malicious or unknown connections from both entering or exiting a network, making it an ideal solution for protecting from Zero-Day and ransomware attacks.
Allowances for Credit Losses We maintain allowances for credit losses for estimated losses resulting from the inability of our customers to make required payments. Our receivables are uncollateralized, and we expect to continue this policy in the future.
Upfront payment of fees is deferred and amortized into income over the period covered by the contract. Allowances for Credit Losses We maintain allowances for credit losses for estimated losses resulting from the inability of our customers to make the required payments. Our receivables are uncollateralized, and we expect to continue this policy in the future.
Many of the cost reduction measures taken in 2023 related to research and development costs. Research and development costs may vary over time as we determine the frequency of new releases, improved functionality and enhancements needed to be competitive with our product offering.
The savings in 2024 are a result of cost reduction measures implemented in late March 2023 which included the reduction of 13 FTEs and the reduced use of contractors. Research and development costs may vary over time as we determine the frequency of new releases, improved functionality and enhancements needed to be competitive with our product offering.
Income Taxes Our effective income tax rate was 0% in 2023 and 2022 as valuation allowances have been recorded for the entire amount of the net deferred tax assets due to uncertainty of realization. 18 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2023, and 2022 (in thousands) were: Year Ended December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 Net cash used in operating activities $ (7,767 ) $ (13,190 ) Net cash used in investing activities (1,448 ) (1,479 ) Net cash provided by financing activities 6,339 13,584 Change in cash and cash equivalents $ (2,876 ) $ (1,085 ) Operating Activities Net cash used in operations for the year ended December 31, 2023, was ($7.8) million due to a net loss of ($13.9) million, offset by 1) adjustments for non-cash items of $4.7 million which are mostly comprised of depreciation, stock-based compensation, and interest related to Streeterville notes and 2) $1.4 million provided from working capital principally relating to the cash receipt of amounts due relating to ERC.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2024, and 2023 (in thousands) were: Year Ended December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 Net cash used in operating activities $ (6,293 ) $ (7,767 ) Net cash used in investing activities (1,809 ) (1,448 ) Net cash provided by financing activities 12,814 6,339 Change in cash and cash equivalents $ 4,712 $ (2,876 ) Operating Activities Net cash used in operations for the year ended December 31, 2024, was ($6.3) million due to a net loss of ($7.8) million, offset by 1) adjustments for non-cash items of $1.7 million which are mostly comprised of depreciation, stock-based compensation, and interest related to Streeterville notes and 2) ($0.2) million used for working capital.
Sales to the government present risks in addition to those involved in sales to commercial customers which could adversely affect our revenues, including, without limitation, potential disruption to appropriation and spending patterns and the government’s reservation of the right to cancel contracts and purchase orders for its convenience.
We anticipate that sales to government customers, while comprising a significant portion of our revenues in future periods, will represent a lower percentage of our revenue base as we gain traction selling our Shield products into commercial markets. 14 Sales to the government present risks in addition to those involved in sales to commercial customers which could adversely affect our revenues, including, without limitation, potential disruption to appropriation and spending patterns and the government’s reservation of the right to cancel contracts and purchase orders for its convenience.
Investing Activities For the year ended December 31, 2023, net cash used in investing activities was ($1.4) million, which was principally the capitalization of internally developed software.
Investing Activities For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash used in investing activities was ($1.8) million of which $1.2 million was the capitalization of internally developed software, $0.5 million was the purchase of equipment and $0.1 million was the deposit on financed equipment.
Product sales may include maintenance and customer support allocated revenue in an arrangement using estimated selling prices of the delivered goods and services based on a selling price hierarchy using the relative selling price method. All product offering and service offering market values are readily determined based on current and prior stand-alone sales.
Consulting services, including reporting, are typically done monthly, and revenue is matched accordingly. Product sales may include maintenance and customer support allocated revenue in an arrangement using estimated selling prices of the delivered goods and services based on a selling price hierarchy using the relative selling price method.
If certain customers do not meet our credit standards, we require payment in advance to limit our credit exposure. With our newest product, INTRUSION Shield , we began offering software on a subscription basis. INTRUSION Shield is a hosted arrangement subject to SaaS guidance under ASC Topic 606.
We do not offer payment terms that extend beyond one year and rarely extend payment terms beyond our normal terms. If certain customers do not meet our credit standards, we require payment in advance to limit our credit exposure. With our newest product, INTRUSION Shield , we began offering software on a subscription basis.
We defer and recognize maintenance, updates, and support revenue over the term of the contract period, which is generally one year. Normal payment terms offered to customers, distributors and resellers are net 30 days domestically. We do not offer payment terms that extend beyond one year and rarely extend payment terms beyond our normal terms.
All product offering and service offering market values are readily determined based on current and prior stand-alone sales. We defer and recognize maintenance, updates, and support revenue over the term of the contract period, which is generally one year. Normal payment terms offered to customers, distributors and resellers are net 30 days domestically.
Capitalized internal use software is amortized on a straight-line basis over its estimated useful life, which is generally three years. Revenue Recognition We recognize product revenue upon shipment or after meeting certain performance obligations. These products can include hardware, software subscriptions and consulting services. Most of our sales are from consulting services.
Once the application development stage is reached, internal and external costs are capitalized until the software is complete and ready for its intended use. Capitalized internal use software is amortized on a straight-line basis over its estimated useful life, which is generally three years. Revenue Recognition We recognize product revenue upon shipment or after meeting certain performance obligations.
Net cash used in operations for the year ended December 31, 2022, was ($13.2) million due to a net loss of ($16.2) million offset by adjustments for non-cash items of $5.0 million which are mostly comprised of depreciation, stock-based compensation and interest related to Streeterville notes, and changes in working capital consisting primarily of a reduction in trade receivables of $0.5 million; an increase in other receivables relating principally to the remaining ERC refund outstanding ($1.5) million; an increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses $0.2 million; and a decrease in operating lease liabilities ($1.0) million.
Net cash used in operations for the year ended December 31, 2023, was ($7.8) million due to a net loss of ($13.9) million, offset by 1) adjustments for non-cash items of $4.7 million which are mostly comprised of depreciation, stock-based compensation, and interest related to Streeterville notes and 2) $1.4 million provided from working capital principally relating to the cash receipt of amounts due relating to ERC.
The preliminary stage includes such activities as conceptual formulation of alternatives, evaluation of alternatives, determination of existence of needed technology, and the final selection of alternatives. Once the application development stage is reached, internal and external costs are capitalized until the software is complete and ready for its intended use.
Costs incurred in the preliminary stages of development are expensed as incurred. The preliminary stage includes activities such as conceptual formulation of alternatives, evaluation of alternatives, determination of existence of needed technology, and the final selection of alternatives.
We also offer software on a subscription basis subject to SaaS. Warranty costs have not been material.
These products can include hardware, software subscriptions and consulting services. Most of our sales are from consulting services. We also offer software on a subscription basis subject to SaaS. Warranty costs have not been material.
Pursuant to ASC Topic 250-40 Internal Use Software Accounting Capitalization, certain development costs related to our products during the application development stage are capitalized as part of property and equipment. Costs incurred in the preliminary stages of development are expensed as incurred.
Capitalized Software Development We capitalize internally developed software using the Agile software development methodology which allows us to accurately track, and record costs associated with new software development and enhancements. 18 Pursuant to ASC Topic 350-40 Internal Use Software Accounting Capitalization, certain development costs related to our products during the application development stage are capitalized as part of property and equipment.
None of these instruments are held for trading purposes. 22 Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 2 to the Consolidated Financial Statements (Part II, Item 8 of this Form 10-K).
Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 2 to the Consolidated Financial Statements (Part II, Item 8 of this Form 10-K). Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk. Not applicable.
We believe the following critical accounting policies affect our more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our Consolidated Financial Statements. Capitalized Software Development We capitalize internally developed software using the Agile software development methodology which allows us to accurately track, and record costs associated with new software development and enhancements.
We believe the following critical accounting policies affect our more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Notes Payable We entered into a securities purchase agreement (“SPA”) with Streeterville on March 10, 2022, pursuant to which Streeterville purchased two promissory notes with substantively identical terms.
During 2024, pursuant to the SEPA, Streeterville purchased 1.2 million shares of common stock resulting in aggregate net proceeds of $1.8 million of which $0.1 million was received in 2024 and the remaining $1.7 million was received on January 2 nd and 3 rd , 2025. 17 Notes Payable We entered into a securities purchase agreement (“SPA”) with Streeterville on March 10, 2022, pursuant to which Streeterville purchased two promissory notes with substantively identical terms.
The significantly improved gross margin in 2023 is mostly due to the loss of the low margin contract discussed above and Shield revenues representing a larger percentage of revenues, 28.4% compared to 15.6% in 2022. To the extent Shield revenues become a larger percentage of revenues, we anticipate we will continue to see favorable growth in gross profit margins.
The gross profit margin remained relatively flat year-over-year as Shield revenues represented 26% and 28% of revenues in each of 2024 and 2023, respectively. To the extent Shield revenues become a larger percentage of revenues, we anticipate we will see favorable growth in gross profit margins.
Operating Expenses Operating expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, totaled $16.4 million, a decrease of 19.8% when compared to $20.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Operating Expenses Operating expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, totaled $12.9 million, a decrease of 21.5% when compared to $16.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Factors contributing to the decrease most notably related to a reduction in staffing and contract labor expenses, in addition to reduced spending on sales and marketing.
Revenue is recognized monthly over the term of the contract. The Company’s standard initial contract terms automatically renew unless notice is given 30 days before renewal. Upfront payment of fees is deferred and amortized into income over the period covered by the contract.
We satisfy our performance obligation when our INTRUSION Shield solution is available to detect and prevent unauthorized access to a client’s information networks. Revenue is recognized monthly over the term of the contract. The Company’s standard initial contract terms automatically renew unless notice is given 30 days before renewal.
We anticipate our concentration of revenues will vary among customers in future periods depending upon the timing of certain sales, we anticipate that sales to government customers, while comprising a significant portion of our revenues in future periods, will represent a lower percentage of our revenue base as we gain traction selling our Shield products into commercial markets.
Over 2024, we have expanded the number of Shield resellers and referral partners. We anticipate our concentration of revenues will vary among customers in future periods depending upon the timing of certain sales.
Funds used in financing activities included ($1.5) million in principal repayments on the Streeterville notes payable and ($0.6) million payments on equipment financing leases. 19 Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2023, we had cash and cash equivalents of $0.1 million and a working capital deficit of ($13.1) million.
Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2024, we had cash and cash equivalents of $4.9 million and $1.9 million in working capital.
Our principal source of cash for funding operations and growth in 2022 was issuance of the two Streeterville notes which contributed $9.3 million, net of issuance costs, and $6.4 million from the sale and issuance of common stock and warrants. ATM Program B.
Our principal sources of cash for funding operations in 2024 have been net proceeds received from sales of common stock using our ATM program of $9.8 million, a private placement offering completed in April 2024 of $2.6 million, and $0.8 million from the exercise of warrants.
This customer was one of the original users of the product and had a non-standard custom implementation of INTRUSION Shield that is no longer supported. This non-renewal will impact revenues beginning in the second quarter 2024.
Revenues in the first half of 2024 were hampered by both the delay in the approval of a federal budget which impacted the timing of renewals and task orders received and the loss of a large early Shield customer that had a non-standard custom implementation that was no longer supported.