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CommVault Systems, Inc. - 10-Q Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This filing covers the quarterly period ended September 30, 2007. CommVault Systems, Inc. is a provider of data management software applications (branded as Simpana) and related services, including data protection, disaster recovery, and archiving. The company operates globally with significant revenue derived from North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. As of the reporting date, the company had approximately 6,900 registered customers.

Key Financial Metrics

(All figures in thousands, except per share data)

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Total revenues increased 29% year-over-year for the quarter and 30% for the six-month period. Software revenue grew 31% (quarter) and 30% (six months), while services revenue grew 27% (quarter) and 31% (six months).
• Profitability: Net income decreased slightly for the quarter ($3.4M vs $4.4M prior year) but remained positive. The prior year's comparable periods were distorted by a massive non-cash charge ($102.7M) related to the accretion of fair value of preferred stock upon conversion during the IPO.
• Debt Elimination: The company fully repaid its $7.5 million term loan during the six months ended September 30, 2007, using proceeds from a follow-on public offering and existing cash. Consequently, interest expense was negligible compared to the prior year.
• Tax Rate: The effective tax rate increased significantly to approximately 38% for the current periods, compared to 1% in the prior year. The prior year's low rate was due to a full valuation allowance against deferred tax assets, which was largely reversed in March 2007.
• Geographic Mix: Foreign software revenue grew 42% (quarter) and 65% (six months), outpacing U.S. growth, driven by expansion in Europe and Asia.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

• Outlook: Management anticipates operating expenses will increase in absolute dollars but decline as a percentage of total revenues in the long term. The company expects the number of software transactions over $0.1 million to increase in fiscal 2008.
• Product Strategy: The company released CommVault Simpana 7.0 in July 2007, introducing secure search and discovery capabilities. The majority of revenue (approx. 81% of software revenue) continues to come from the Galaxy Backup and Recovery application.
• Liquidity: With $79.2 million in cash and no debt, management believes existing resources are sufficient for at least the next 12 months. However, they may seek additional funding if needed.
• Risks:
  • Customer Concentration: One customer accounted for 25% of total revenues for the six months ended September 30, 2007, and 35% of accounts receivable.
  • Channel Dependency: Approximately 79% of software revenue is generated through indirect channels (resellers and OEMs). Failure of these channels could materially impact results.
  • Foreign Currency: Approximately 35% of sales were outside the U.S. A 10% change in exchange rates could impact operating profit by approximately $1.7 million annually.
  • Obsolescence: Software applications are subject to obsolescence, requiring continuous development to maintain market relevance.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Verify the sustainability of revenue growth from the single customer representing 25% of total revenue.
• Monitor the transition of reseller revenues to the new Arrow Electronics distribution agreement.
• Assess the impact of the 38% effective tax rate on future earnings compared to the historical 1% rate.
• Review the adoption rate of the new Simpana 7.0 suite versus the legacy Galaxy product.
• Track foreign currency fluctuations given the 35% exposure to non-U.S. sales.