Investor Presentation • May 15, 2024
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We make mobile technology work for you


A mobile technology company, enabling organisations to perform smartly, securely and more sustainably
total revenue Q1 2024 LTM
Customers with recurring revenue
Partners in a fastgrowing eco-system
MMS devices
Challenger
2023 Gartner® MQ for Managed Mobility Services
customers across different industries and sectors
| Busgods SAS | posinord |
|---|---|
| Statnett | 155 MM sikri |
| MARTINA HANSENS HOSPITAL |
Arbeidstilsynet Crayon AKADEMISKA SJUKHUSET |
| OILV | DNV > equinor |
| ANA pris | posten DB schenker |
| ensidige (1) | agen Krogsveen |
| MAXIB. | bama Oslo |
| NOKAS | · e e HELSE STAVANGER 6 Stavanger universitetssjukehus SECURITAS |
| sveriges a dio | VOICE OLAV THON GRUPPEN |

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| Highlights | Key financials | |||
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| Recurring revenue | Net gross profit LTM2 | EBITA adjusted LTM3 | ||
| annualised NOK million |
NOK million | NOK million 50,0 |
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| 367 363 350 |
40,0 27 30,0 |
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| 310 308 |
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| 265 | 10,0 0,0 |
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FY 2022 Q1 2023 Q1 2024 -50,0 -40,0 FY 2022 Q1 2023 Q1 2024 Q1 2022 Q1 2023 Q1 2024
1) Annualised recurring revenues includes revenues from own software, hardware-as-a-service and advisory and services. Reported annualized recurring revenues are based on contracts for 12 or more months and calculated as last months invoiced contractual revenues times 12 months. 2) Net gross profit is defined as Total revenue less Cost of goods sold and depreciation from Hardware-as-a-Service. Please note that the net gross profit for FY21 and FY22 have been re-stated, due to a reclassification of depreciation related to Hardware-as-a-Service 3) Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, amortisation and impairment (EBITA) is based on EBITA but adjusted for transactions of a non-recurring nature. Such non-recurring transactions include, but are not limited to restructuring costs, gains or losses related to sale of subsidiaries, acquisitionrelated costs and other non-recurring income and expenses


| (Amounts in NOK 1 000) | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | FY 2023 | Quarter y/y |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenues1) | 256 111 | 281 365 | 1 089 491 | (9 %) |
| Mobile Devices & other | 172 882 | 204 442 | 776 341 | (15 %) |
| Own Software | 27 332 | 26 119 | 107 483 | 5 % |
| Advisory & Services | 55 897 | 50 824 | 205 667 | 10 % |
| Net gross profit 2) | 86 404 | 90 166 | 353 919 | (4 %) |
| Net gross profit margin 3) | 34 % | 32 % | 32 % | 2 ppt |
| EBITA adjusted 4) | 1 585 | 4 057 | 29 892 | (61 %) |
| Net profit (loss) for the period | (12 524) | (17 309) | (44 546) | 28 % |
| EBITA adj. Margin (%) | 0.6 % | 1.4 % | 2.7 % | (1 %) |
| Employees | 267 | 287 | 267 | (7 %) |
1) Revenues Q1 2023 have been restated, as commissions and kick-back related to Devices, has been reclassified from revenues to Cost of goods sold.
2) Net gross profit is defined as Total revenue less Cost of goods sold and depreciation from Device-as-a-Service
3) Net gross profit margin is net gross profit of revenues.
4) EBITDA adjusted and EBITA adjusted 2023 excludes non-recurring items such as M&A and restructuring related costs of NOK 1.5 million

1) Net gross profit is defined as Total revenue less Cost of goods sold and depreciation from Device-as-a-Service Please note that Advisory & Services includes 3rd party software.
Note: The net gross profit for Q2-Q3 2022 have been re-stated due to a reclassification of depreciation related to Device-as-a-Service
Recurring revenue annualised1
1) Recurring revenue for DaaS includes contracts of 24 months or more, and 12 months or more for the Advisory & Services and Own Software segments. The figures are based on the recognised recurring revenue last reporting month, annualised. Please note that Advisory & Services includes 3rd party software.
ARR own software has been restated for previous periods due to reclassification of contracts and product register.
* DaaS has been corrected due to error in the reported figures for Q2 2023. This has no effect on the financial figures.
Stable development in total recurring revenues in Q1 2024, with positive development in Managed services and own software
Transforming to recurring revenues takes time as market matures and organization transforms

o Focus in H1 is to prepare for customer roll-out with partners
1) ARR is defined as Annual Recurring Revenue from Techstep's Own Software portfolio and is calculated by multiplying the contractual monthly recurring revenue with twelve. Techstep only includes contracts where invoicing to customers has started. ARR own software has been restated for previous periods due to review of classification of revenue contracts and product register.
The estimated organic growth on Own Software is prepared by the Company's management using its best estimate and judgement based on past experience and progress of the Company's performance as of the date of this presentation, and have been based on several assumptions, many of which are outside the influence of the Company's management. Any deviation of these assumptions could materially change the outcome of the expected growth
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Note: The net gross profit for Q1-Q4 2021 and Q1-Q3 2022 have been re-stated due to a reclassification of depreciation related to Hardware-as-a-Service
o Conversion rate stable from Q4 last year, despite decline in EBITA adj. due to continued cost reductions
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| (Amounts in NOK 1000) | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | FY 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBITDA adj. | 31 302 | 32 665 | 137 496 |
| Change in working capital | (42 383) | (32 003) | 33 225 |
| Other items | (2 268) | (3 373) | (15 160) |
| Investments in DaaS, net of gains from returns* | (23 078) | (16 214) | (95 662) |
| Net cash flow from operations incl. DaaS* | (36 527) | (18 924) | 59 898 |
| Net cash used on investment activities, excl DaaS* | (6 719) | (10 643) | (32 852) |
| Net cash flow from financing activities | (14 995) | 489 | (12 730) |
| Net change in cash and cash equivalents | (58 242) | (29 078) | 14 316 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 77 459 | 61 119 | 61 119 |
| Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents |
369 | 2 170 | 2 024 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | 19 586 | 34 211 | 77 459 |
* In the Annual and quarterly financial statements, Investments in DaaS is included in cash flow used for investment activities according to IFRS. In this presentation, investments in DaaS is included as operating cash flow, since the cash flow represent cost related to revenues from DaaS in the Income statement, including working capital changes.
o Available facilities for further liquidity
| (Amounts in NOK 1000) | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | FY 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-current assets | 833 902 | 848 970 | 833 684 |
| Assets related to DaaS | 154 189 | 153 072 | 159 501 |
| Total non-current assets | 988 091 | 1 002 041 | 993 185 |
| Current assets excl cash | 184 147 | 195 515 | 200 155 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 19 587 | 34 210 | 77 459 |
| Total current assets | 203 734 | 229 725 | 277 614 |
| Total assets | 1 191 825 | 1 231 766 | 1 270 799 |
| Total Equity | 567 362 | 581 667 | 573 697 |
| Non-current interest-bearing borrowings | 1 406 | 80 078 | 129 927 |
| Other non-current liabilities | 34 593 | 35 469 | 34 681 |
| Total non-current liabilities | 35 999 | 115 547 | 164 608 |
| Current interest-bearing borrowings | 169 768 | 106 612 | 48 750 |
| Liabilities and deferred revenue related to DaaS* | 179 995 | 187 591 | 186 547 |
| Trade and other current liabilities | 238 701 | 240 349 | 297 197 |
| Total current liabilities | 588 464 | 534 552 | 532 494 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 1 191 825 | 1 231 766 | 1 270 799 |
| Equity ratio | 48 % | 47 % | 45 % |
| Net interest-bearing debt | 151 588 | 152 480 | 101 218 |
| Net WC incl cash | (34 967) | (10 624) | (19 583) |
* Liabilities related to DaaS includes Nok 19 million in long term liabilities


Market outlook
Grassroot digitalization
→ Digital disruptive power will trickle down in organizations, empowering non-tech stakeholders to create and bring their ideas to life.
→ To harvest productivity and efficiency gains, organizations need to get their mobile tech infrastructure in place and secured
Lack of standardised processes, resources and competence for handling mobile tech infrastructure
Push for cost reductions due to global macro-economic uncertainties
Environmental focus and lifecycle management due to regulatory compliance and brand governance
Increased threat level, security and privacy concerns for mobile and unmanaged endpoints

Techstep Certified Devices
Ready to go mobile devices for all types of jobs. Frontline, Office, Hybrid

Techstep Lifecycle Policy driven self-service handling critical device lifecycle events

Techstep Managed Proactive and outsourced device management

Techstep Advisory Mobile technology expert consultants and support

Best practice mobile technology as-a-service. Price per month and device or up-front if you wish

Available as a total solution or in pieces depending on customer needs and wants.
Certified hardware Own software






Increase productivity, decrease frustration and put the right tool for the job in the hands of the people at the edge of your business.
Rugged mobile devices, tablets and PDA:s. equipped with various accessories for happier and more productive usage.
Logistic services enabling ready to work devices straight out of the box along with repair and exchange services for a smooth device life.
Asset and device management for shared and functional devices delivered as a service managed by industry leading competence.
Productivity tools to facilitate Bluetooth connection, file distribution and enabling the native camera as a bar code scanner.
As a Service









Recurring Revenue Annualised growth of +30% y/y
Net Gross Profit growth 10-15%
EBITA adj. Conversion target of 12-16%
Recurring Revenue Annualised growth of +30% y/y
Net Gross Profit > NOK 540 million
EBITA adj. Conversion target of +25%
technology work for you






Mr. Meier is a seasoned senior executive with more than 25 years of experience from the software and technology industry, including leadership, strategy, business development, sales, marketing, and operations. He has a proven track record of driving high performance teams and delivering profitable growth, and is passionate about driving transformation, innovation, growth and customer success. Prior to Techstep, he spent the ten past years with Microsoft Norway, where he served several positions at the leadership team, latest as Senior Director Marketing & Operations (COO) and Deputy General Manager. Previous experience includes four years of leadership positions at IBM in Norway and at a Nordic level, and almost ten years with Hewlett-Packard.

Mrs. Solum joined Techstep from the role as Partner in Uniconsult AS, and brings extensive experience from all finance functions, such as accounting, tax, controlling, treasury and investor relations and significant experience from change management, turn-around cased and IPO processes. She has worked in both private and publicly listed companies and has previously held positions such as CFO in TeleComputing ASA, Finance Director in Findus AS, as well as several years as management consultant and partner. Mrs. Solum holds a master's degree from University of Colorado Boulder, as well as an MBA from the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH).

Mr. Landerborn is an experienced executive with deep understanding of the mobile technology industry, having held several prominent positions within Techstep. This experience includes his role as Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer at Optidev AB, which Techstep acquired in 2020, and as part of Techstep's executive management team since 2022. He is passionate about strategy and operational excellence, mobile technology solutions together with a strong and winning company culture. He is actively involved in local tech initiatives in Borås, Sweden, to make sure raising Tech stars choose Techstep as their employer. Mr. Landerborn holds a bachelor's in computer science from the University of Borås.

Mr. Leoszewski is an experienced IT and software leader and entrepreneur. He is experienced in building software products and their strategy, setting a long-term technology direction with cybersecurity always at the forefront. As a software engineer in 2006 Mr. Leoszewski co-founded Famoc, where he was first responsible for product development and engineering as Chief Technology Officer, and in 2012 transitioned to a CEO role. Famoc was acquired by Techstep in 2021. Mr. Leoszewski holds an MSc. in Computer Science from the Technical University of Gdansk and an Executive MBA from Rotterdam School of Management.

Ms. Lim has over 22 years of international brand, marketing and communication experience in telecom, food & beverage, media and pharmaceutical and HR tech. Ms Lim came to Techstep from the position as Marketing and Communication Director at Zalaris, a provider of simplified HR and payroll administration. Previous positions include 12 years with Telenor's international operations, where she worked through change and improvement projects across all 12 markets in which Telenor was involved. Ms Lim has an executive MBA from BI Norwegian Business School and ESCP European Business School, as well as a bachelor's degree for business (marketing) from University of Monash.

Ms. Skaarnæs is an experienced, strategic and business-oriented HR leader with a keen focus on delivering results and adding value to the business. She has a broad background from international organizations at both strategic and operational level. With her 13 years in Shell as HR advisor to Managing Director, and 5 years at Coca-Cola Enterprises as Ass. she brings an extensive experience from Performance- and Talent management and Change management in addition to solid leadership and coaching experience. Ms. Skaarnæs holds a Bachelor in Management from BI Norwegian Business School.
Michael Jacobs is the Executive Vice President of the Nordics at Crayon ASA, a customer-centric innovation and IT services company. He has more than 30 years' experience from extensive management positions from several international technology companies. He previously was the CEO of Fell Tech and before that he was the CEO of Atea Norway, where he improved its business performance and lead the transformation to more value-added services. He also served as the Managing Director of Microsoft Norway and the Managing Director for the Nordics at Dell. Michael also has experience from Oracle and Telenor, both in Norway and internationally. He has a degree from California Lutheran University and continuing education from, among others, Harvard University. Melissa Mulholland - Board member (since 2021)
Mr. Arnet has more than 30 years of experience in national and international finance, industrial and financial investments. He is the CEO of Datum AS, one of the Company's larger shareholders, and has held several board positions in listed and non-listed companies, including Kahoot! AS, NRC Group ASA and several companies within the Datum group. He holds a master's degree from University of Denver and London Business School.
Mr. Rugseth is a co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Crayon Group ASA and Link Mobility Group ASA. He has been a serial founder of a number of companies within the IT-sector over the past 30 years. Mr. Rugseth has also held the position of Chief Executive Officer in some of the largest IT-companies in Norway, including ARK ASA, Cinet AS and Skrivervik Data AS. Mr. Rugseth studied business economics at the Norwegian School of Management.
Ms. Leisner is an experienced board member. Her directorships over the last five years include current board positions in Xplora Technologies AS, Storage Group ASA, Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA, Maritime and Merchant ASA. Ms. Leisner has a background as a trader of different oil and gas products in her 15 years in Equinor ASA. Her years of experience and skills within business strategy, M&A, management consulting and change management has been very valuable when serving on the board of several companies listed on Oslo Børs. She holds a Bachelor of Business degree with honours from the University of Texas in Austin.
Ms. Mulholland is Chief Executive Officer of Crayon, a worldwide digital transformation expert. Prior to Crayon, Melissa spent 12 years at Microsoft, leading strategy and business development through cloud transformation. Prior to Microsoft, she spent two years at Intel Corporation, driving a cross-company analysis into the effectiveness of using recycled chips for solar technology. She has authored 12 books focused on how to build a business in the Cloud and is a board advisor for SHE, Europe's largest gender equality conference. Ms. Mulholland holds an MA in Business Administration and Strategic Management from Regis University in Colorado.
| Shareholder | # of shares |
Ownership % |
|---|---|---|
| DATUM AS | 5 835 198 | 18.45 % |
| KARBON INVEST AS | 4 371 619 | 13.82 % |
| Swedbank AB | 3 851 171 | 12.18% |
| CAMIKO AS | 927 417 | 2.93% |
| STEENCO AS | 869 566 | 2.75% |
| AS CLIPPER | 869 566 | 2.75% |
| VERDIPAPIRFONDET DNB SMB | 649 079 | 2.05% |
| CIPRIANO AS | 599 916 | 1.90% |
| Saxo Bank A/S | 575 370 | 1.82% |
| SPECTER INVEST AS | 498 000 | 1.57% |
| Sbakkejord AS | 415 000 | 1.31% |
| TIGERSTADEN AS | 411 423 | 1.30% |
| GIMLE INVEST AS | 407 096 | 1.29% |
| TORSTEIN TVENGE | 300 000 | 0.95% |
| DNB Markets Aksjehandel/-analyse | 292 982 | 0.93% |
| KARL A HARALDSEN 1 AS | 250 000 | 0.79% |
| TIGERSTADEN MARINE AS | 250 000 | 0.79% |
| NORDHOLMEN AS | 238 372 | 0.75% |
| PIKA HOLDING AS | 214 346 | 0.68% |
| ANDRESEN | 205 640 | 0.65% |
| Total number owned by top 20 | 22 031 761 | 69.66 % |
| Total number of shares | 31 629 381 | 100.00 % |
1) Karbon Invest AS is owned by the Board member Jens Rugseth
Duo Jag AS, which is partly owned by Board member Ingrid Leisner, owns 60,157 shares in Techstep ASA Hermia AS, which is partly owned by Board member Harald Arnet, owns 63 439 shares in Techstep ASA
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