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    Dev Information

    DEVIT
    Information Technology·28 Feb 2025
    Management Summary

    Dev Information Technology reported strong Q3 FY25 results with consolidated total income growing 50.61% YoY to INR 48.15 crores, driven by new age technologies like cybersecurity and digital transformation. EBITDA and net profit also saw healthy growth. The company made strategic moves including the acquisition of Dhyey Consulting Services and securing significant government and international contracts, reinforcing its market position and future growth prospects.

    Highlights

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    • Consolidated total income for Q3 FY25 stood at INR 48.15 crores, reflecting a 50.61% year-on-year growth.

    • Consolidated EBITDA increased to INR 3.44 crores, reflecting a 28.56% year-on-year growth.

    • Consolidated net profit grew to INR 1.82 crores, marking a 6.19% year-on-year growth.

    • Secured key enterprise contracts from U.S.-based clients in digital transformation and cybersecurity.

    • Acquired 100% stake in Dhyey Consulting Services, specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions, strengthening ERP/CRM capabilities.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    11 metrics
    1. 01Consolidated Total Income₹48.15 Cr+50.6%YoY
    2. 02Consolidated EBITDA₹3.44 Cr+28.6%YoY
    3. 03Consolidated Net Profit₹1.82 Cr+6.2%YoY
    4. 04Consolidated EPS₹0.79
    5. 05Standalone Total Income₹42.85 Cr+38.3%YoY

    Order Book

    high confidence

    Inflow this qtr

    ₹ 1 crores

    Execution

    New orders to be executed in 45 days

    Composition

    Government(client type)
    ₹ 25 crores

    "The company has a strong order book, including significant government contracts and new cybersecurity deals, with a focus on new-age technologies and expanding market presence."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    1
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    M&A

    Dhyey Consulting Services

    acquisition · closed

    Guidance & targets

    6
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    EBITDA and Net Profit Growth
    Increased profitability
    		High
    Profitability
    Government Contract Profit Margin
    at least 10%
    		High
    Margin
    Gross Margin
    30-35%
    		High
    Headcount
    Cybersecurity Manpower Growth
    4x to 5x multiplication
    		High
    Revenue
    Cybersecurity Revenue Growth
    more than double growth
    		High
    Corporate Action
    Stock Split Completion
    complete before March end
    		High

    AI Center of Excellence Launch

    within a couple of months
    CurrentUnderway, planning to have AI COE on Microsoft and IBM technology
    TargetAnnouncement and inauguration

    Why it matters

    Signals progress in leveraging advanced technologies and expanding service offerings, crucial for future growth.

    I think within a couple of months, we'll be announcing and inaugurating the center of excellence on AI not only with on Microsoft technology, but as you mentioned in your talk -- question that new partnership.

    How to verify

    guidance_and_targets

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    Q&A highlights

    8

    “And as I told you last time that we are committed, and we are also planning to have Al center of excellence on Microsoft Technology and that is underway. I think within a couple of months, we'll be announcing and inaugurating the center of excellence on AI not only with on Microsoft technology, but as you mentioned in your talk -- question that new partnership. So we recently became a IBM Watson, which is IBM's AI platform, a partner so that in this particular COE we'll be having the Microsoft technology as well as IBM technology.”

    Management confirmed plans for an AI Center of Excellence incorporating both Microsoft and IBM AI platforms, with an announcement expected within months.

    asked by Navneet Singh

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Q3 FY25 Performance Driven by New-Age Technologies

    Dev Information Technology reported a robust Q3 FY25 with consolidated total income reaching INR 48.15 crores, marking a significant 50.61% year-on-year growth. This growth was primarily fueled by the company's strategic focus on new-age technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, blockchain, and data analytics. Consolidated EBITDA increased by 28.56% YoY to INR 3.44 crores, while net profit grew 6.19% YoY to INR 1.82 crores, demonstrating a focus on bottom-line improvement.

    02

    Strategic Acquisitions and Market Expansion

    The company strengthened its market position through the acquisition of 100% stake in Dhyey Consulting Services, a firm specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. This acquisition is expected to enhance Dev IT's capabilities in the growing ERP and CRM markets in India and North America. Additionally, Dev IT secured key enterprise contracts from U.S.-based clients for digital transformation and cybersecurity, reinforcing its global reach.

    03

    Focus on Cybersecurity and AI/ML for Future Growth

    Dev IT is heavily investing in cybersecurity, having established a Security Operations Center (SOC) for both Indian and overseas markets. Management expects cybersecurity manpower to multiply 4x-5x and revenue to more than double in the next financial year. The company is also developing an AI Center of Excellence, integrating both Microsoft Technology and IBM Watson's AI platform, with an announcement anticipated within a couple of months.

    04

    Government Business and Order Book

    Government contracts continue to be a significant contributor, representing less than 60% of the total balance sheet revenue. The company holds a government order book of approximately INR 25-28 crores for the next financial year. Recent wins include orders from Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha, which are expected to contribute to Q4 FY25 revenue, with execution timelines of 45 days. Management aims for at least a 10% profit margin on government contracts, despite payment cycles ranging from 60 to 100 days.

    05

    Promoter Shareholding and DevX Valuation

    Management addressed a fractional dilution in promoter shareholding, explaining it was due to a failed agreement with LT1 and the need to reinvest funds into the company and group entities. Dev IT holds over 25% stake in Dev Accelerator Limited (DevX), which is currently valued at INR 400 crores. The company plans to dilute small fractional shareholdings annually post-DevX IPO to unlock value for Dev IT shareholders.

    06

    Operational Efficiency and Margin Improvement

    The company's focus on profitability is evident in its strategy to concentrate on cutting-edge technologies like AI/BI, cybersecurity, and cloud services, which offer higher margins. Efforts to reduce bench resources and an increased focus on the Indian market, known for good profit margins, are also contributing to the improvement in EBITDA and net profit margins. The goal is to achieve a gross margin of 30-35% with the introduction of these new services.

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