Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K is a current report filed by Wilson Greatbatch Technologies, Inc. (not Integer Holdings Corp) on May 6, 2004. The filing addresses "Item 5. Other Events," specifically responding to a request from Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) for additional disclosure regarding tax fees reported in the company's 2004 proxy statement.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not report revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. It exclusively discloses aggregate fees billed by the independent accountants, Deloitte & Touche LLP, for the fiscal year ended 2003:
| Fee Category | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Audit Fees | $210,700 |
| Audit-Related Fees | $40,200 |
| Tax Fees - Preparation and Compliance | $61,000 |
| Tax Fees - Other (Planning, Research, Audits) | $229,100 |
| All Other Fees | $0 |
| Total Fees | $541,000 |
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide comparative data for prior periods to determine material changes in fee structures or amounts. The disclosure is a one-time response to a specific shareholder inquiry.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management guidance, future outlook, or discussion of business risks. The primary context is regulatory compliance regarding the transparency of auditor fees, specifically the breakdown of "Tax Fees - Other" which includes state and federal tax planning, research, and audit services.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the registrant name is Wilson Greatbatch Technologies, Inc., not Integer Holdings Corp.
- Confirm the total auditor fees of $541,000 for fiscal year 2003 align with the company's overall financial statements.
- Note that "Tax Fees - Other" ($229,100) significantly exceeds "Tax Fees - Preparation and Compliance" ($61,000), indicating substantial spending on tax planning and research.
- Review the 2004 Proxy Statement to understand the initial disclosure that prompted this 8-K filing.