BADGER METER INC Segments Disclosure

Note 9 Industry Segment and Geographic Areas

The Company is an innovator, manufacturer, developer, marketer and distributor of water management solutions incorporating hardware and sensors, communication solutions and data analytics, which comprise one reportable segment. The Company concludes on their segments based on the internally reported financial information that is routinely reviewed by the chief operating decision maker (CODM) to assess financial performance, make decisions and allocate resources. The Company manages and evaluates its operations as one segment primarily due to similarities in the nature of the products, production processes, customers and methods of distribution. The Company’s CODM is the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer.

The Company’s CODM assesses performance by using gross margin, operating earnings and net earnings. These metrics are analyzed by reviewing budget versus actual and prior year versus current year reporting. The various income performance measures are reviewed to ensure proper pricing strategies and effective cost controls across the organization. The CODM is regularly provided with consolidated expenses as noted on the consolidated income statements. Additionally, the CODM reviews assets at the same level as noted on the consolidated balance sheets.