Note 4. Revenue

Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to receive in exchange for those products. For contracts with multiple performance obligations, the Company allocates the transaction price of the contract to each performance obligation, generally on a relative basis using its standalone selling price. The stated contract value is generally the transaction price to be allocated to the separate performance obligations. Revenue is recognized net of any taxes collected from customers that are subsequently remitted to governmental authorities.

Disaggregation of Revenue

The Company disaggregates revenue from contracts with customers based on the shipping location of the customer. The geographic regions that are tracked are the Americas, Europe and the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific regions. See Note 11, Segment Reporting for net revenue based on the disaggregation criteria noted above. All revenues from continuing operations are recognized at a point in time following the transfer of control of the products to the customer, which typically occurs upon shipment or delivery depending on the terms of the underlying contract.

Contract Balances

Amounts prepaid in advance of the transfer of control of products to customers are accounted for as deferred revenue and represent contract liabilities. Deferred revenue is recognized as revenue when control of the related product is transferred to the customer. In the fourth quarter of 2025, the Company received approximately $2.8 million from a customer for delivery of RFID transponder products that are expected to be delivered in the first quarter of 2026. Accordingly, this amount was recorded as deferred revenue as of December 31, 2025. As of December 31, 2024, there were no contractual obligations accounted for as deferred revenue.

Historical Timeline

Fiscal YearFiled
2025Mar 26, 2026Showing above
2024Mar 17, 2025

About Revenue Disclosures

Revenue disclosures under ASC 606 explain how a company identifies performance obligations, allocates transaction prices, and determines when revenue is recognized. This section is essential for understanding whether reported revenue reflects genuine economic activity or aggressive accounting choices. Analysts examine the mix of point-in-time versus over-time recognition, which directly affects revenue timing and comparability.

Key signals: rising contract liabilities (deferred revenue) suggest strong future revenue visibility, while declining contract assets may indicate slowing project milestones. Watch for variable consideration estimates — rebates, returns, and performance bonuses that require management judgment. Significant changes in disaggregated revenue by geography or product line can reveal shifting business mix before it appears in headline numbers. Compare revenue growth against contract liability growth to assess sustainability, and scrutinize any changes in the timing of recognition that coincide with earnings pressure.