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U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-KSB
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[ ] ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT
OF 1934
[X] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from June 1, 1998 to December 31, 1998
Commission file number: 0-22057
GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware 76-0513297
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(State or Other Jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
Incorporation or Organization) Identification No.)
5555 San Felipe, Suite 625 77056
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(Address of Principal Executive Office) (Zip Code)
713-292-2300
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(Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:
Title of class Name of exchange on which registered
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Common Stock American Stock Exchange
Securities registered pursuant
to Section 12(g) of the Exchange Act: Common Stock
Check whether the issuer: (1) filed all reports required to be filed by
Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during the past 12 months (or for such
shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2)
has been subject to such filing requirements for past 90 days.
Yes [ X ] No [ ]
Check if there is no disclosure of delinquent filers in response to Item
405 of Regulation S-B is not contained in this form, and no disclosure will be
contained, to the best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or
information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-KSB
or any amendment to this Form 10-KSB. [ ]
Issuer's revenues for the 7 months ended December 31, 1998, were
approximately $58,000.
The aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-affiliates of
the registrant, based on the closing price on the American Stock Exchange on
March 22, 1999, was $59,694,650. As of March 22, 1999, registrant had 35,530,335
shares of Common Stock outstanding.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
The Company's Proxy Statement in connection with its Annual Meeting of
Stockholders to be held on May 26, 1999 is incorporated by reference in Part
III, Items 9, 10, 11, and 12.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEMS PAGE
PART I
ITEM 1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS..................................... 1
ITEM 2. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY..................................... 6
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS........................................... 6
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS......... 8
PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED SHAREHOLDER MATTERS.... 9
ITEM 6. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS........................ 10
ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS........................................ 17
ITEM 8. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING
AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE.................................... 17
PART III
ITEM 9. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, PROMOTERS, AND CONTROL
PERSONS; COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 16(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT.. 18
ITEM 10. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION...................................... 18
ITEM 11. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND
MANAGEMENT.................................................. 18
ITEM 12. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS.............. 18
ITEM 13. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K............................ 18
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PART I
ITEM 1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS
Some of the statements contained in this Form 10-KSB for GK Intelligent
Systems, Inc. ("Company") discuss future expectations, contain projections of
results of operation or financial condition or state other "forward-looking"
information. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks,
uncertainties, and other factors that could cause the actual results to differ
materially from those contemplated by the statements. The forward-looking
information is based on various factors and is derived using numerous
assumptions. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ from
projections include, for example:
. the success or failure of management's efforts to implement their
business strategy;
. the ability of the Company to raise sufficient capital to meet
operating requirements;
. the uncertainty of consumer demand for our product;
. the ability of the Company to protect its intellectual property
rights;
. the ability of the Company to compete with major established
companies;
. the effect of changing economic conditions;
. the ability of the Company to attract and retain quality employees;
and
. other risks which may be described in future filings with the SEC.
General
The Company is a development-stage enterprise currently developing
"intelligent" computer software training and performance support products and
applications for the consumer, corporate, government, and education markets. The
Company's key differentiating technology to date is its development of SMART
ONE(R), a computer-based training system incorporating artificial intelligence,
multimedia technology, and advanced training techniques to produce training
software that dynamically adapts to the learning styles and abilities of
individual users. In the future, the Company plans to supplement this
technology through the development of a SMART SUPPORT suite of technologies that
includes SMART ONE(R) as well as (i) SMART PERFORM (using intelligent technology
and the access of information in multiple databases along with multimedia tools
to present the information) and (ii) SMART ENTERPRISE (a strategic resource
model manager using intelligent technology and the capability of SMART PERFORM).
The Company's efforts to date have centered primarily on (i) the acquisition and
development of its core software technologies from which management's goal is to
create future products and applications and (ii) securing the services of
competent individuals capable of implementing the Company's strategy. During
the period from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998, the
Company had a deficit accumulated during the development stage of $26,196,000,
which includes $12,704,000 of non-cash compensation expense.
The Company was incorporated in Delaware in February 1988 under the name
Technicraft Financial, Ltd. In October 1991, its name was changed to LBM-
US,Inc. ("LBM"). Pursuant to an agreement effective August 1994, GK
Intelligent Systems, Inc., a Texas corporation ("GK-Texas"), transferred all of
its assets and liabilities to LBM, a Delaware shell corporation with no
significant assets or liabilities, in exchange for 6,758,920 shares of LBM
common stock. The remaining 963,275 shares of LBM common stock out of a total
of 7,722,195 shares outstanding were retained by the former owners of LBM in a
transaction treated for accounting purposes as a purchase of the Company by GK-
Texas, referred to as a "reverse merger." Of the LBM shares of common stock
issued to GK-Texas, a total of 6,375,000 shares were issued to Gary F. Kimmons
and his family partnership. Mr. Kimmons had formed GK-Texas, a Texas
corporation, in February 1994 to produce and market multimedia, skill-oriented
training and performance support
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systems using artificial intelligence. Mr. Kimmons had formed I-Net Intelligent
Systems, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("I-NET (Delaware)"), prior to forming GK-
Texas. In October 1993, I-NET (Delaware) had contracted with AT&T to develop the
SMART ONE(R) training program template pursuant to an industrial design services
agreement ("AT&T Agreement"). In February 1994, the intellectual property and
all rights and obligations under the AT&T Agreement were assigned by I-NET
(Delaware) to GK-Texas. In August 1994, after acquiring all of the technology of
GK-Texas, the Company changed its name to GK Intelligent Systems, Inc.
In November 1995, the Company acquired from Microelectronics and Computer
Technology Corporation ("MCC") the non-exclusive, worldwide, perpetual right and
license to use various computer software tools and languages (referred to as
CARNOT technology) through the issuance to MCC of 883,333 shares of the
Company's preferred stock, which was subsequently converted into 883,333 shares
of Company common stock. MCC is a consortium of corporations, public and non-
profit agencies and universities who are cooperating and sharing information and
technology in order to gain competitive business advantages for its members.
The Company is not a member of MCC. To date, no final products have been
developed using the CARNOT technology, and there can be no assurance that any
products will be developed using the CARNOT technology.
In August 1995, the stockholders of the Company amended and restated its
Certificate of Incorporation in its entirety primarily to increase the number of
shares of capital stock and to adopt more favorable officers and directors
indemnification and limitation of liability provisions available under Delaware
law. In September 1997, after approval by the boards of directors and majority
stockholders of both companies, GK-Texas was merged into the Company. In May
1998, the stockholders of the Company amended the Certificate of Incorporation
to increase the number of shares of common stock ("Common Stock"). In August
1998, the Company adopted a calendar year end that became effective December 31,
1998. The Company's principal place of business is located at 5555 San Felipe,
Suite 625, Houston, Texas 77056 and its telephone number is (713) 292-2300.
SMART ONE(R) TRAINER
The SMART ONE(R) trainer is an advanced technology based on specifications
determined by management and developed for the Company in conjunction with AT&T
Global Information Solutions. SMART ONE(R) is capable of real-time adaptation
and customization of training to the individual and, as a template or engine, is
ready for any content to be added for development of new consumer products or to
meet the specific training needs of institutional customers. SMART ONE(R)
enables training software to function as a highly personal and sophisticated
"learning assistant" which adjusts dynamically during the training according to
the individual knowledge and ideal learning style of the user.
Initial Product: "Around the Web in 80 Minutes"
The Company is currently marketing its first software product titled,
"Around the Web in 80 Minutes," a CD-ROM-based, multimedia Internet tutorial
which is believed to be the first artificial intelligence-based training
software introduced to the consumer market. "Around the Web in 80 Minutes"
teaches computer users to take full advantage of the Internet and uses SMART
ONE(R) technology to determine each user's initial skill level and provide the
appropriate learning experience for that individual. The program adapts
dynamically and adjusts the instructional level and teaching style according to
the performance of the individual user. The first public demonstrations of the
software were held in late November at COMDEX Fall '98, a computer industry
trade show, in Las Vegas.
The initial version of the product provides training based on a Netscape
Navigator Web browser interface. A version of the product based on the
Microsoft Internet Explorer browser interface is expected to be completed during
the second quarter of 1999, and both the Netscape Navigator and Internet
Explorer versions will be packaged together to allow consumers to load training
based on their preferred Internet browser. The Company also plans to release a
Spanish language version of "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" during the second
quarter of 1999.
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Marketing
The introduction of "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" was hampered by the
resignations in mid-August of a group of key sales and marketing employees whose
responsibilities included the establishment of a retail sales channel for the
Company's consumer products. Management elected to maintain its original
product release schedule and began making "Around the Web in 80 Minutes"
available to consumers primarily through direct sales beginning in late
November. During this period, the Company continued to rebuild internal
marketing capabilities and began efforts to establish the necessary external
relationships to support marketing and merchandising, product distribution, and
retail sales.
The introduction of "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" at COMDEX in late
November was intended to build industry awareness of the Company and its
technology and to explore available industry resources prior to the selection of
marketing, merchandising, and distribution partners. The Company's evaluation
of marketing and merchandising firms and initial negotiations with potential
distributors continued through December. In the first quarter of 1999, the
Company announced a marketing and merchandising agreement with HighAltitude
Sales and Marketing, Inc., and its affiliate firm, Computer Generation, and
signed distribution agreements with Ingram Micro, Inc., and Tech Data
Corporation.
For the fiscal year, the Company reported revenues of $58,000 from sales of
"Around the Web in 80 Minutes," primarily from orders received through the
Company's direct telephone order lines in response to advertising placements.
Further advertising tests in regional markets in early December indicated the
need for additional refinement of product marketing concepts, and the Company
elected to withdraw future advertising until the marketing program could be
fully staffed and implemented and the retail channel more firmly established.
The Company believes that the primary customer for "Around the Web in 80
Minutes" is a novice computer user with limited Internet experience and that the
product has the greatest likelihood of consumer sales success in traditional
retail stores where PCs are sold. As a result, the Company intends, based on
its financial ability, to accelerate marketing for the product simultaneous with
its retail store availability to consumers and intends to participate in
cooperative advertising programs with major retailers to encourage product sell-
through.
In addition, management will continue to consider potential bundling
opportunities that offer substantial benefit to the Company, including possible
agreements with consumer PC manufacturers, online service providers and/or
complementary software developers. To date, the Company has not entered into
any agreements with any potential bundling partners, and there is no assurance
that the Company will enter any such bundling arrangements in the future.
Distribution
During December 1998, "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" was available to
consumers via a toll-free line for direct orders from the Company and through
three online-oriented retailers, including ComputerLiteracy.com, Amazon.com, and
PC Zone. The agreement with HighAltitude Sales and Marketing, Inc., and
Computer Generation in the first quarter of 1999 accelerated the Company's
efforts to align with established product distribution companies capable of
serving major, national retailers.
The Company's first distribution agreement was announced in February 1999
with Ingram Micro, Inc. Ingram Micro, Inc. distributes products and services to
more than 115,000 resellers in 120 countries. A second distribution agreement
was announced in March 1999 with Tech Data Corporation. Tech Data serves more
than 100,000 value-added resellers and retail dealers in the United States,
Canada, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East. In March
1999, the Company also announced an agreement with Global Communications Network
(GCN) for its Mexico City-based Conexion Mundial subsidiary to market and
distribute the Spanish language version of "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" when
the product is complete. Conexion Mundial provides Internet services in Mexico
and distributes GCN's consumer products and services to several thousand retail
locations within Mexico.
In late February 1999, the Company participated in the annual Retail
XChange conference, a technology trade
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show for the retail sales channel, organized as an industry-wide forum for
senior executives from channel organizations, vendors, and distributors to meet
in formal sessions and informal events. The vendors and retailers attending
Retail XChange selected "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" for "Overall Best of
Show" and "Best New Technology" awards and voted the Company's marketing plan as
the "Best Retail Strategy" presented at the conference.
Negotiations that began during this conference led to retail sales
agreements announced in March with CompUSA, Inc. and TigerDirect, Inc. CompUSA,
Inc. placed an order for sales of "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" at its CompUSA
Computer Superstores beginning in early April. Its stores serve retail,
corporate, government, and education customers and include technical service
departments and classroom training facilities. TigerDirect, Inc. is a catalog,
online, and direct business-to-business retailer of "build-to-order" systems,
software, and peripherals with monthly catalog distribution to more than 2
million customers.
To date, the Company has received a total of 9,061 orders for "Around the
Web in 80 Minutes" from Tech Data Corporation and Ingram Micro, Inc. The
distribution agreements with both Tech Data Corporation and Ingram Micro, Inc.
contain absolute right of return provisions allowing either distributor to
return orders which are not ultimately purchased and retained by consumers. As
a result, the Company will recognize revenue only after its software products
are purchased by the ultimate consumer.
Competition
"Around the Web in 80 Minutes" is designed primarily for the consumer
market. It is anticipated that future products could be developed for the
education, government, and corporate markets. There are many alternative
solutions for the consumer seeking information about the Internet, including CD-
ROMs offering training on specific applications or books on the Internet that
include a CD with multimedia content. There are several large, well capitalized
companies that produce educational software, including The Learning Company,
Expert Software, Inc., Broderbund, and Scholastic, which have established brand
names and could introduce and widely distribute an Internet-oriented educational
CD. There are other software companies, most of which are substantially larger
and have far greater resources than the Company, that could devote substantially
greater resources to the development and marketing of competing products. The
market for Internet training programs is intensely competitive, and there is no
assurance that these companies will not introduce products to compete with the
Company's products. The Company's plan is for its product to compete on a basis
of its content, ease of use, depth, and adaptability to user skills, but there
is no assurance that the Company will be successful in achieving this goal.
Additional Future Products: Training and Education Market
Management's strategy is to develop future products for the training and
education market. Development of a Microsoft Internet Explorer version of
"Around the Web in 80 Minutes" is expected to be completed in the second quarter
of 1999 and to be packaged with the current Netscape Navigator version,
providing consumers with a choice of version for loading. A Spanish language
version of "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" is scheduled for completion in the
second quarter of 1999. In addition, the Company has several new products based
on SMART ONE(R) technology in early-stage development.
Additionally, the Company's strategic goal is to develop and deliver
"intelligent" training programs to corporate customers whose employees would
benefit from the quality of learning provided by SMART ONE(R) technology and
whose budgets would be impacted favorably by increased efficiency afforded
through computer-based training. The Company will pursue agreements with
potential corporate partners in 1999 for the co-development of SMART ONE(R)
training courses, which may be adapted and marketed to other corporations with
similar training needs. As the Company has never developed corporate
"intelligent" training programs, there is no assurance that it will be
successful in completing any programs in the future. The initial inability to
successfully complete such program may have an adverse effect on the Company's
reputation, which may impair the Company's ability to enter into future
corporate agreements.
The Company may deliver SMART ONE(R) training to corporate customers
through a variety of media, including single-user CD-ROM and enterprise software
for deployment on corporate networks; however, management's ultimate
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goal is to deliver SMART ONE(R)-based corporate training through an "intelligent
network," incorporating Internet technology to allow employees at customer
companies to access desired courses on a timed, pay-per-use basis. The Company
believes that the inherent efficiency of its SMART ONE(R) technology, which
dynamically adapts to the knowledge level and learning style of users, will
result in cost savings for companies that now rely on traditional training
methods.
The Company believes that the market for training and education is
undergoing a revolutionary change as new technologies reshape the way people
learn. Often, the traditional concept of a classroom setting with one lecturer
and a group of students is replaced or supplemented with interactive multimedia
tools such as video terminals and computers that can provide each student with
more individualized instruction. Even though the costs to produce a multimedia
training program are significant, management believes they compare favorably to
the travel, lost work time, and expenses associated with traditional training
programs. The Company believes that many market segments exist within select
industries and governmental agencies that it believes would benefit from the
implementation of personnel training programs.
Long-term Product Strategy
As part of management's long-term strategy, the Company desires to develop
a "suite" of computer programs designed to make sense of data existing across
enterprises of increasingly complex computer systems comprised of different
types of hardware and software. The Company's long-term strategy includes the
development of SMART PERFORM, an intelligent software application expected to
utilize the advanced CARNOT technology licensed from MCC to enable computer
users to seek and obtain specific information in a specific form, such as text,
video, or graphics. SMART PERFORM is being designed as a system for integrating
information located in multiple database systems throughout an enterprise or
multiple enterprises, as well as locating, evaluating, retrieving, and merging
information in environments such as the Internet, where new information and new
sources of information are constantly being added.
Further, the Company seeks to develop strategic resource management
products utilizing intelligent technology combined with the multi-platform
capabilities of SMART PERFORM. The Company is in the initial stages of
developing SMART ENTERPRISE, a real-time knowledge management tool which
summarizes and presents key management information on a user-defined basis. The
software should allow users to access such vital corporate information as
accounting data, inventory status, sales information, and product margins.
Management believes that its Data Crystal technology, acquired under exclusive
worldwide license from the University of Southern California, may complement
SMART ENTERPRISE. Data Crystal applies advanced technologies to identify useful
patterns and trends from very large data sets.
Management believes that a market may exist for SMART ENTERPRISE with
large-sized enterprises desiring greater timeliness and quality of key
enterprise data. Potential markets include SAP customers, accounting firms, and
the Fortune 10000. To date, the Company has not developed a marketing plan for
SMART ENTERPRISE or SMART PERFORM and has not identified potential markets for
SMART PERFORM.
To date, the Company is in the research and development stage with SMART
PERFORM and SMART ENTERPRISE. It has not developed any products utilizing SMART
PERFORM or SMART ENTERPRISE, it is not expected that any products will be
developed in 1999, and there is no certainty that any products will ever be
developed using SMART PERFORM or SMART ENTERPRISE.
Intellectual Property
The Company has applied for trademarks on SMART ENTERPRISE, SMART PERFORM,
PORTAL, SHELLEYVISION, SMARTKIDS, and THINKSMART in the United States. The
Company has also applied for trademark protection for "Around the Web in 80
Minutes" in Argentina, Australia, Canada, Spain, Great Britain, Mexico, New
Zealand, Peru, Venezuela, and the United States. Additionally, trademark
protection for SMART ONE has been applied for in Canada and Mexico. The Company
has applied for servicemarks on SMART SUPPORT, DOORWAYS, and GLOBAL INTELLIGENT
NETWORK, SHELLEYVISION, SMARTKIDS and
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THINKSMART. There can be no assurance that any trademarks and/or servicemarks
will be issued. The Company has registered a trademark on SMART ONE(R). The
Company has applied for registration of the copyright for "Around the Web in 80
Minutes" with the United States Copyright Office, as well as the respective
authorities in Canada, Peru, and Mexico. The Company has not filed for any
patent protection with the United States Government, and relies upon licensed
intellectual property and trade secret protection.
In November 1995, the Company exchanged shares of its capital stock in
return for a non-exclusive, worldwide right and license to use the MCC CARNOT
technology. This license precludes the Company from granting a sub-license
without MCC's prior written approval. The terms for use are perpetual, provided
there is not a material breach by either party which remains uncured for a
period of thirty days after notice from the aggrieved party, or if one of the
parties (i) ceases to carry on its business, (ii) becomes insolvent, (iii) fails
to pay its debts as they become due, or (iv) files for bankruptcy.
In May 1997, the Company acquired from the University of Southern
California the Data Crystal License for a $25,000 license fee and certain
royalty payments of 5%- 40% from sales related to the licensed technology, to be
not less than $25,000 nor more than $200,000 per year. The license is perpetual
and exclusive.
In October 1993, the Company entered into a sub-contract agreement with
AT&T GIS wherein AT&T developed for the Company a working prototype computer-
based training system to address skills training for the operation of
combustible gas indicators. The Company acquired the written specifications for
the original architecture for this working prototype and paid AT&T approximately
$445,000. This prototype combined features of the Company's proprietary SMART
ONE(R) program with tools developed by AT&T. This prototype was the logical
precursor to the current SMART ONE(R) training product, and initially served as
the basic architecture for current products.
Product Research and Development
As a development stage company, the Company has had minimal revenue to date
and has incurred approximately $12.6 million in development stage cash outlays
since inception, as well as the issuance of capital stock to MCC. For the
former fiscal years ended May 31, 1997 and 1998 and the transition period ended
December 31, 1998, the Company incurred research and development expense of
approximately $1.4 million, $1.8 million and $1.5 million, respectively, which
includes allocated professional services, employee compensation, depreciation
and amortization, and general administrative expenses related to research and
development. It is expected that these expenses will continue, and likely
increase, in the future. Pursuant to contractual agreement, certain third
parties, including possibly customers, may perform research and development
activities in the future.
ITEM 2. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
The Company leases approximately 33,975 square feet of office space in
Houston, Texas, at a monthly rental rate of approximately $56,625 expiring March
2002. The Company leases approximately 1,856 square feet of space for research
and development in Atlanta, Georgia, at a monthly rental rate of $2,320 until
March 2000 after which the monthly rental rate will increase $116 per year,
until the lease expires in March 2002. The Company has entered into a five-year
lease commencing May 1999 for a research and development facility in Houston,
Texas. The lease space is approximately 7,671 square feet and the monthly
rental rate is $8,964 for the initial three years and $9,269 for the final two
years. The Company believes its facilities are suitable and adequate for its
present purposes.
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
In October 1998, the Company, its president and a former officer were named
as defendants in a class-action lawsuit; Griffin v. GK Intelligent Systems,
Inc., et al.; filed in the Texas District Court of Harris County, Texas, Houston
Division, Cause H-98-3847. The plaintiff has alleged violations of the
securities laws, common law fraud, conspiracy, negligence, and negligent
misrepresentation and is seeking unspecified damages. The case was removed to
the United
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States District Court for the Southern District of Texas in November 1998. To
date, the parties have conducted limited discovery, and the Company is in the
process of evaluating the plaintiff's claims and intends to vigorously defend
the lawsuit.
The Company is a defendant in Cause No. 98-35985; David Michael Sims v. GK
Intelligent Systems, Inc. in the 189th Judicial District Court of Harris County,
Texas. The lawsuit was filed in July 1998, and alleges the Company is liable to
the plaintiff for breach of contract and fraudulent misrepresentation. The case
arises out of services allegedly performed by the plaintiff for which he did not
receive compensation. Although preliminary discovery has commenced, the precise
amount of plaintiff's demand is currently unknown other than his initial claim
for a commission of approximately $500,000. The Company denies any liability to
the plaintiff, and intends to vigorously defend the lawsuit.
In September 1997, the Company entered into a consulting agreement with
Union Atlantic, LC ("Union Atlantic") for performance of services. The Company
issued Union Atlantic a five year warrant to purchase 200,000 shares of Common
Stock at an exercise price of $.9375 per share, and a five year warrant to
purchase 112,500 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $1.25 per share
as compensation for services to be rendered. Each of the warrants contained
demand registration rights. Union Atlantic resigned as a consultant to the
Company in November 1997. As no capital was raised by Union Atlantic, the
Company sent a notice to Union Atlantic in July 1998 canceling the warrants. In
August 1998, the Company received notice from Union Atlantic demanding
registration of the warrants. The Company has contacted Union Atlantic and is in
the process of determining Union Atlantic's legal rights, if any.
In connection with the Union Atlantic transaction, the Company issued
Catalyst Financial a one year warrant to purchase 66,667 shares of Common Stock
at an exercise price of $.9375 per share, and a one year warrant to purchase
37,500 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $1.25 per share as a
finder's fee for introducing the Company to Union Atlantic. Each of the warrants
contained demand registration rights. Since Union Atlantic did not raise capital
for the Company, the Company contends that no consideration was received in
exchange for the warrants. In August 1998, the Company received a notice from
Catalyst Financial demanding registration of the warrants. The Company has
contacted Catalyst Financial and is in the process of determining Catalyst
Financial's legal rights, if any.
In September 1998, James Cassell, an affiliate of Catalyst Financial,
exercised a portion of the aforementioned warrants to purchase a total of 10,000
shares of Common Stock at an aggregate purchase price of $9375. In connection
with the exercise, Mr. Cassell made a demand registration request pursuant to a
registration rights agreement with the Company. To date, the Company has not
registered the 10,000 shares of Common Stock.
In February 1998, the Company entered into a memorandum of understanding and
confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement with Capella Computers, Ltd.
("Capella") for software interface. The parties never consummated a definitive
agreement, no work was performed under the memorandum of understanding, and the
Company sent Capella a notice of termination in July 1998. In August 1998, the
Company received a demand from Capella for $200,000 asserting that Capella had
invested considerable time and effort in evaluating the effort needed to fulfill
the Company's requirements and working out the details of the server-to-server
architecture. The Company has contacted Capella and is in the process of
determining Capella's legal rights, if any.
In May 1997, the Company entered into a sales purchase/asset recovery
agreement with SGD International Corp. ("SGD") pursuant to which the Company was
to sell SGD certain of the Company's products for marketing purposes. In
exchange for the products, SGD agreed to furnish the Company with merchandise,
service and media credits. The period of exclusivity of the Agreement expired in
May 1998. As the Company had not released any products, none were forwarded to
SGD and the Company did not utilize any of the SGD credits. In July 1998, the
Company sent SGD a notice of termination canceling the agreement. In August
1998, SGD sent a letter threatening a lawsuit for the Company's alleged breach
of contract. The Company contacted SGD and is in the process of determining
SGD's legal rights, if any.
In August 1998, the Company received a letter from J. David Cabello, the
former general counsel and secretary of the Company, in connection with Mr.
Cabello's separation from employment with the Company. The Company's contractual
obligations to Mr. Cabello turns on whether he resigned from his employment or
whether he was terminated.
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Mr. Cabello has demanded $190,000 in total compensation and immediate vesting of
600,000 shares of Common Stock. The Company contends Mr. Cabello resigned from
his positions with the Company, and as such, Mr. Cabello is entitled to earned
but unpaid salary and vested options to purchase 25,000 shares of Common Stock.
In the event the parties are unable to settle this matter, it is likely Mr.
Cabello will file suit for wrongful termination.
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
None.
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PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED SHAREHOLDER MATTERS
The Common Stock has traded under the symbol "GKI" on the American Stock
Exchange since May 21, 1998. Prior thereto, the Common Stock traded on the OTC
Electronic Bulletin Board. The following table sets forth the high and low
closing price of the Common Stock on the American Stock Exchange since May 21,
1998 and the high and low bid price of the Common Stock on the OTC Electronic
Bulletin Board prior thereto. With respect to the quotes on the OTC Electronic
Bulletin Board, such prices reflect inter-dealer prices, without retail mark-
ups, mark-downs or commissions, and may not necessarily represent actual
transactions.
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HIGH LOW
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FISCAL 1997
(represents twelve months ended May 31, 1998)
First Quarter $ 2 1/2 7/8
Second Quarter 1 7/16 7/16
Third Quarter 1 1/16 3/16
Fourth Quarter
(through May 20,1998) 9 1/16 9/32
Fourth Quarter
(from May 21, 1998) 10 1/8 6 1/4
FISCAL 1998
(represents seven months ended December 31, 1998)
First Quarter 18 3/16 1 5/8
(represents four month transitional quarter ended September 30, 1998)
Second Quarter 8 3/16 2 15/16
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On March 22, 1999, the last sales price of the Common Stock as reported by
the American Stock Exchange was $2.9375. As of March 22, 1999, there were 470
record owners of the Common Stock.
It is the present policy of the Company not to pay cash dividends and to
retain future earnings to support the Company's growth. Any payment of cash
dividends in the future will be dependent upon the amount of funds legally
available therefor, the Company's earnings, financial condition, capital
requirements and other factors that the Board of Directors may deem relevant.
The Company does not anticipate paying any cash dividends in the foreseeable
future.
Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities
The following securities issuances occurred between November 20, 1998 (the
filing of the Company's Form 10-QSB for the transitional quarter ended September
30, 1998) and March 29, 1999. Each transaction was exempt from registration
pursuant to Section 4(2) and/or Regulation D promulgated under the Act as a
transaction by an issuer not involving any public offering. No underwriter was
utilized in such issuances and no commissions were paid. Between
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November 1998 and March 1999, the Company issued 1,686,500 shares of Common
Stock to 12 accredited investors at an aggregate purchase price of $3,373,000 in
connection with a private placement. In November 1998, the Company issued
options to purchase 30,500 shares of Common Stock to two professionals with
exercise prices of $2.50 to $4.00 per share and expiration dates of November
2003 and September 2008. In March 1999, the Company issued a warrant to purchase
10,000 shares of Common Stock to a former consultant at an exercise price of
$2.00 per share with an expiration date of December 2007 in connection with a
court ordered final judgment.
ITEM 6. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
SELECTED HISTORICAL FINANCIAL DATA
The selected historical financial data set forth below for the seven month
periods ended December 31, 1998 and 1997, the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997
and the period from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998 have
been derived from the Company's historical financial statements.
The Company is a development stage enterprise engaged in the development of
sophisticated intelligent software products. From inception (October 4, 1993)
to date, the Company has realized minimal revenues as its activities have been
devoted primarily to the (i) acquisition and development of core software
technologies from which future products and applications will be developed and
(ii) securing the services of competent individuals capable of implementing the
Company's product development and marketing strategies. Accordingly, management
does not consider the historical results of operations to be representative of
future results of operations of the Company.
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Inception
Seven Months Ended (October 4,
December 31, Year Ended May 31, 1993) through
---------------------- -------------------- December 31,
1998 1997 1998 1997 1998
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(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share data)
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATA:
Revenues..................................... $ 58 $ - $ - $ - $ 58
Cost of revenues............................. 19 - - - 19
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Gross margin................................. 39 - - - 39
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Costs and Expenses:
Professional services.................... 3,801 1,080 2,749 4,964 12,370
Employee compensation.................... 1,793 762 1,273 890 3,956
Depreciation and amortization............ 726 502 957 820 3,029
President's compensation................. 140 140 240 2,523 3,688
Other general and administrative......... 1,505 314 663 331 3,005
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Total costs and expenses..................... 7,965 2,798 5,882 9,528 26,048
------- ------- ------- ------- --------
Net loss..................................... (7,926) (2,798) (5,882) (9,528) (26,009)
Dividends on preferred stock................. (55) - (132) - (187)
------- ------- ------- ------- --------
Net loss applicable to common shareholders... $(7,981) $(2,798) $(6,014) $(9,528) $(26,196)
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Basic net loss per share of common stock..... $(.27) $(.19) $(.35) $(.89) $(2.08)
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Weighted average number of shares of
common stock outstanding................. 30,055 14,766 17,133 10,671 12,600
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BALANCE SHEET DATA:
Assets:
Current assets........................... $2,030
Computer software costs, net............. 1,629
Property and equipment, net.............. 1,421
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Total assets................................. $5,080
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Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity:
Current liabilities...................... $ 883
Capital lease obligations, less
current maturities................... 70
Other long term liabilities.............. 204
Stockholders' equity..................... 3,923
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Total liabilities and stockholders' equity... $5,080
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GENERAL
From inception (October 4, 1993) through May 31, 1998, the Company has
utilized funds obtained primarily through private placements to acquire and
develop core software technologies for the purpose of developing computer-based
training products. The Company's first product, "Around the Web in 80 Minutes,"
a CD-ROM based internet training course, was introduced at the COMDEX Fall '98
trade show in mid November 1998 and subsequently made available to consumers
through direct sales beginning in late November 1998. Accordingly, the Company
has recorded minimal revenues and has incurred net losses totaling approximately
$26,196,000 from inception through December 31, 1998.
Costs of purchased software used to develop planned software products are
capitalized when acquired and amortized on a straight-line basis over the
expected useful life of the software. Costs incurred to commercially develop
the Company's intelligent software technologies and products are composed
primarily of professional fees, staff salaries, and subcontract costs and are
expensed when incurred until technological feasibility has been established for
an individual product.
The operating losses incurred by the Company since its inception raise
substantial doubt about its ability to meet future expected expenditures
necessary to fully develop its software products and to continue as a going
concern. The Company's independent accountants have issued an explanatory
paragraph in their opinion with respect to the Company's financial statements
for the seven months ended December 31, 1998 regarding the uncertainty
concerning the Company's ability to continue as a going concern. The current
cash forecast indicates that there will be negative cash flow from operations
for at least the first two quarters of the calendar year ended December 31,
1999. The Company is currently seeking short-term and long-term debt or equity
financing sufficient to fund projected working capital and software product
development and marketing needs. However, there can be no assurance that the
Company will be successful in raising funds, that the amount and terms of any
financing will be acceptable to the Company, or that profits, if any, from the
sale of the Company's software product or products in fiscal year 1999 will be
sufficient to fund the Company's working capital, software development, and
marketing expenditure requirements. Failure to obtain sufficient funding will
adversely impact the Company's financial position.
NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
Derivative and Hedging Activities - In June 1998, the FASB issued
SFAS No. 133, "Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities"
("SFAS 133"). SFAS 133 requires companies to recognize all derivatives
contracts as either assets or liabilities in the balance sheet and to measure
them at fair value. If certain conditions are met, a derivative may be
specifically designated as a hedge, the objective of which is to match the
timing of gain or loss recognition on the hedging derivative with the
recognition of (i) the changes in the fair value of the hedged asset or
liability that are attributable to the hedge risk or (ii) the earnings effect of
the hedged forecasted transaction. For a derivative not designated as a hedging
instrument, the gain or loss is recognized in income in the period of change.
SFAS
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133 is effective for all fiscal quarters of fiscal years beginning after June
15, 1999. Historically, the Company has not entered into derivatives contracts
either to hedge existing risks or for speculative purposes. Accordingly, the
Company does not expect adoption of the new standard on January 1, 2000 to
affect its financial statements.
Start-up Activities - In June 1998, the Accounting Standards
Executive Committee of the AICPA issued SOP 98-5, Reporting on the Costs of
Start-up Activities. SOP 98-5 requires all start-up and organizational costs to
be expensed as incurred. It also requires all remaining historically
capitalized amounts of these costs existing at the date of adoption to be
expensed and reported as the cumulative effect of a change in accounting
principles. SOP 98-5 is effective for all fiscal years beginning after December
31, 1998. The Company believes that the adoption of SOP 98-5 on January 1, 2000
will not have a significant effect on its financial statements.
FASB Amendments and Clarifications - In February 1999, the FASB
issued SFAS No. 135, Rescission of Financial Accounting Standards Board No. 75
("SFAS 75") and Technical Corrections. SFAS 135 rescinds SFAS 75 and amends
SFAS No. 35. SFAS 135 also amends other existing authoritative literature to
make various technical corrections, clarify meanings, or describe applicability
under changed conditions. SFAS 135 is effective for financial statements issued
for fiscal years ending after February 15, 1999. The Company believes that the
adoption of SFAS 135 will not have a significant effect on its financial
statements.
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS
In August 1998 the Company changed its fiscal year end to December 31
which will be its fiscal year end in the future. Prior to August 1998, the
Company's fiscal year ended on May 31. As a result, the financial information
discussed herein includes operations during the (i) transition period from June
1, 1998 through December 31, 1998 ("the transition period") and, for comparative
purposes, operations during the period from June 1, 1997 through December 31,
1997 ("the prior year transition period") and (ii) year ended May 31, 1998
compared to the year ended May 31, 1997.
During the transition period, the Company incurred net operating losses of
approximately $7,926,000 related primarily to the continued development of its
(i) first planned software training product, (ii) systems infrastructure and
(iii) workforce of competent individuals capable of implementing the Company's
product development and marketing strategies. Non-cash expenses for the
transition period included approximately $1,773,000 of compensation expense to
professionals and approximately $726,000 of depreciation and amortization. At
December 31, 1998, current assets were approximately $2 million, total assets
were approximately $5 million, current liabilities were approximately $882,000
and stockholders' equity was approximately $3.9 million.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
TRANSITION PERIOD VERSUS PRIOR YEAR TRANSITION PERIOD
Revenues. The Company's first product, "Around the Web in 80 Minutes," a
CD-ROM based Internet training course, was made available to consumers through
direct sales beginning in late November 1998. Initial revenues of approximately
$58,000 associated with these sales was recognized in the transition period
versus no sales of product during the prior year transition period.
Cost of Revenues. Cost of revenues associated with the initial product
sales during the transition period amounted to approximately $19,000 versus no
such costs during the prior year transition period. Cost of revenues include the
cost of CD-ROM diskettes, jewel cases, product boxes, and labor required to
assemble product kits.
Costs and Expenses. Costs and expenses for the transition period increased
by approximately $5,167,000, or 185%, from the prior year transition period
levels primarily due to increases in professional services, employee
compensation, depreciation and amortization, and other general and
administrative expenses as more fully described below.
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Professional services for the transition period increased by approximately
$2,720,000, or 252%, from the prior year transition period due primarily to a
significant increase in the number of professionals hired during the transition
period to (i) develop and refine the Company's first product, (ii) develop the
Company's internal systems and infrastructure, (iii) provide marketing and
advertising support, (iv) strengthen the Company's Board of Directors and (v)
represent the Company in various legal matters.
Employee compensation for the transition period increased by approximately
$1,031,000, or 135%, from the prior year transition period primarily due to an
increase in the number of employees on staff from seven at December 31, 1997 to
29 at December 31, 1998. In addition, employee compensation during the
transition period includes: (i) compensation paid to several key financial,
sales, marketing, legal, and public relations employees who joined the Company
in May or June 1998 and resigned in August 1998, and (ii) a one-time charge of
approximately $376,000 associated with the resignation of a former officer and
director in September 1998.
Depreciation and amortization for the transition period increased by
approximately $224,000, or 45%, from the prior year transition period due in
large part to the acquisition of additional furniture and equipment to
accommodate the increase in employees, as well as an increase in the
amortization of software development costs associated with the release of the
Company's first product in November 1998.
Other general and administrative expenses for the transition period
increased by approximately $1,192,000, or 380%, from the prior year transition
period due primarily to a general increase in the Company's business activities,
an increase in the level of employees, and the infrastructure needed to support
such activities.
As of December 31, 1998, for federal income tax purposes, the Company
reported an aggregate of approximately $20,983,000 of available net operating
loss ("NOL") carry-forwards incurred during the period from inception (October
4, 1993) through December 31, 1998. These NOL carry-forwards may be available
to the Company to offset future taxable income through the year 2019. However,
the conversion of some or all of the outstanding Common Stock warrants or
options, or other future issuances of common or preferred stock could result in
a change in control for federal income tax purposes. Such an event could
significantly limit the amount of the NOL that could be used to offset future
taxable income in any one year. There can be no assurance that the Internal
Revenue Service will not challenge the existence or the amount of such NOL
carry-forwards.
YEAR ENDED MAY 31, 1998 VERSUS YEAR ENDED MAY 31, 1997
Revenues. There were no revenues for the years ended May 31, 1998 and
1997.
Costs and Expenses. Costs and expenses for the year ended May 31,
1998 decreased by $3,647,000, or 38%, from 1997 levels primarily due to
decreases in professional services and president's compensation which were
partially offset by increases in employee compensation, general and
administrative expenses and depreciation and amortization as more fully
described below.
Professional services for the year ended May 31, 1998 decreased by
$2,215,000, or 45%, from 1997 levels due primarily to a decrease in the value of
Common Stock, options and warrants awarded to professionals in 1998 for services
rendered. Common Stock and warrants valued at $4,731,000 were issued to
professionals in 1997 while the value of such issuances to professionals in 1998
amounted to $1,940,000. The offsetting increase of $576,000 in cash-based
professional fees in 1998 was due primarily to a general increase in the number
of legal and other professionals used by the Company to support an increased
level of business activity.
President's compensation for the year ended May 31, 1998 decreased by
$2,283,000 to $240,000 due primarily to the issuance in 1997 of 1,100,000 shares
of Common Stock to the president for services performed valued at $2,262,500.
Employee compensation for the year ended May 31, 1998 increased by
$383,000, or 43%, from 1997 due to an increase in the number of employees on
staff from four to fourteen offset by a decrease in the value of Common Stock
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and warrants granted to employees from $800,000 in 1997 to $621,000 in 1998.
General and administrative expenses for the year ended May 31, 1998
increased by $331,000 from 1997 levels due primarily to a general increase in
the Company's business activities, an increase in the level of employees and
infrastructure needed to support such activities, and the Company's decision to
list its Common Stock on the American Stock Exchange.
Depreciation and amortization for the year ended May 31, 1998
increased by $137,000, or 17%, from 1997 due in large part to the acquisition of
additional furniture and equipment to accommodate the increase in employees as
well as the accelerated amortization of $60,000 of capitalized software costs
not expected to benefit the Company in the near term.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE
The Company currently has no exposure to foreign currency exchange
rate fluctuations. The Company will seek to minimize its exposure to foreign
currency exchange rate fluctuations by requesting that its customers,
distributors, and VARs enter into contracts denominated in United States dollars
or by entering into transactions to attempt to hedge some of the risks of
foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations.
HISTORICAL CASH FLOWS
TRANSITION PERIOD VERSUS PRIOR YEAR TRANSITION PERIOD
Operating Activities - Cash used in operating activities during the
transition period amounted to approximately $5,077,000, an increase of
approximately $4,081,000 over the $996,000 of cash used for operations during
the prior year transition period. The increase relates primarily to significant
expenditures during the transition period to professionals, employees and
vendors required to (i) develop and refine the Company's first product, (ii)
develop the Company's internal systems and infrastructure, (iii) provide
marketing and advertising support, (iv) strengthen the Company's Board of
Directors and (v) represent the Company in various legal matters.
Investing Activities - Investing expenditures during the transition
period amounted to approximately $1,295,000, an increase of $1,105,000 over the
$190,000 of expenditures in the prior year transition period. The increase
relates primarily to the acquisition of furniture and equipment during the
transition period associated with the development of the Company's internal
systems and infrastructure and increased number of employees and professionals.
Financing Activities - The Company has financed its operating and
investing activities since inception (October 4, 1993) primarily from the
proceeds of private placements. During the transition period, the Company
received approximately $2.2 million from a private placement in November 1998.
During the prior year transition period, the Company received approximately
$721,000 from private placements and $150,000 from bank loans.
YEAR ENDED MAY 31, 1998 VERSUS YEAR ENDED MAY 31, 1997
Operating Activities - Cash used in operating activities for the
year ended May 31, 1998 amounted to approximately $2,478,000, an increase of
approximately $1,240,000 over the $1,238,000 of cash used for operations during
the year ended May 31, 1997. The increase relates primarily to general
increases in business activity, number of employees, number of consultants and
general and administrative expenses in 1998 as well as the retirement of
$155,000 of prior year president's compensation in 1998.
Investing Activities - During the year ended May 31, 1998, the
Company invested $260,000 for software costs and $177,000 for furniture and
equipment, an increase of $267,000 over combined 1997 fiscal year capital
investments. The increase relates to (i) refinements to the internet trainer
course, which were capitalized and will be amortized when product sales are
recognized, and (ii) furniture and equipment purchases required to accommodate
the increase in employees and consultants.
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Financing Activities - The Company has financed its operating and
investing activities since inception (October 4, 1993) primarily from the
proceeds of private placements. During the year ended May 31, 1998, the Company
received approximately $7.8 million from a private placement, including $5.4
million from the issuance of 4.6 million shares in May 1998 as compared to
private placement proceeds of $1.8 million in 1997. Also during 1998, the
Company received and repaid $150,000 of bank loans.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
The Company has financed its operations to date primarily through
private sales of its equity securities. From inception (October 4, 1993)
through December 31, 1998, the Company has raised a total of approximately $13.4
million in cash. Of this total, approximately $2.2 million, or 19%, was raised
in the transition period while approximately $7.8 million, or 58%, was raised in
the year ended May 31, 1998.
At December 31, 1998, the Company had a cash balance of approximately
$1.4 million primarily due to cash remaining from the receipt of approximately
$2.2 million of private placement funds received in November 1998. In addition,
working capital at December 31, 1998 amounted to approximately $1.1 million.
Based on the Company's current plan of operations, and in the event that no
cash from sales of the Company's products are received, it is anticipated that
its current cash balance of approximately $270,000 will provide sufficient
working capital for approximately one month or until April 1999. As a result,
the Company estimates it will require additional proceeds of approximately $6.3
million to fund planned operations through fiscal year 1999. The Company's
estimates are based on monthly expenditures of approximately $700,000, although
unexpected expenses may limit the period of time within which the Company's
current cash balance may be utilized. Any required financing may be raised
through additional best efforts equity offerings, joint ventures or other
collaborative relationships, borrowings, and other sources. To date, the Company
has no commitment for any such additional financing and there can be no
assurance that any such financing will be available or, if it is available, that
it will be available on acceptable terms. Moreover, as the American Stock
Exchange has advised the Company that it does not currently meet the continued
listing requirements, and there is no assurance that the Common Stock will
continue to list on the American Stock Exchange, the Company's ability to raise
equity financing may be hampered. If adequate funds are not available to satisfy
either short-term or long-term capital requirements, the Company may be required
to limit its operations significantly. The Company does not expect that its
internal source of liquidity will improve until adequate net cash is provided by
operating activities and, until such time, the Company will rely upon external
sources for liquidity. In addition, the Company will need additional financing
during this period if demand for its Internet training course or other products
is sufficiently great to require expansion at a rate more rapid than
anticipated, or if research and development expenditures or the extent of
service and customer support that the Company is required to provide are greater
than expected or other opportunities arise which require significant investment.
Additionally, the Company may require significant additional financing to
complete any acquisition.
These conditions and the net operating losses incurred by the Company since
its inception raise substantial doubt about its ability to meet future expected
expenditures necessary to fully develop its software products and to continue as
a going concern. The Company's independent accountants have issued an
explanatory paragraph in their opinion with respect to the uncertainty
concerning the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.
YEAR 2000 COMPLIANCE ISSUES
The year 2000 poses certain issues for business and consumer computing,
particularly the functionality of software for two-digit storage of dates and
special meanings for certain dates such as 9/9/99. The year 2000 is also a leap
year, which may also lead to incorrect calculations, functions, or system
failure. The problem exists for many kinds of software, including software for
mainframes, PCs, and embedded systems.
In assessing the effect of the Year 2000 problem on the Company, management
has identified, and is currently evaluating, the following four general areas:
. Software products sold to customers;
. Internal infrastructure;
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. Supplier/third-party relationships;
. Contingency plans.
A discussion of the four general areas as well as management's ongoing and
planned actions with regard to each is set forth below:
Software Products Sold to Customers. The Company believes its initial
product, "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" is Year 2000 compliant. However, once
purchased, "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" operates on computer systems that are
not under the Company's control. If the computer systems that operate "Around
the Web in 80 Minutes" are not Year 2000 compliant the product may not function
properly. "Around the Web in 80 Minutes" utilizes the operating computer's date
code to log the user's progress, as well as to create completion certificates.
As such, the variability of definitions of "compliance" with the Year 2000 and
of different combinations of software, firmware, and hardware may lead to
lawsuits against the Company. The outcomes of any such lawsuits and the impact
on the Company are not estimable at this time. Due to practical constraints,
the Company has not and will not assess the existence of these potential
problems in its customers' various environments. The Company does not believe
that the development of Year 2000 compliant products has created or will create
a significant increase in the development costs of its software products.
Internal Infrastructure. The Company is in the process of verifying that
all of its personal computers, servers, and software are Year 2000 compliant.
The Company is in the process of replacing or upgrading all items that have been
found not to be Year 2000 compliant. The Company intends to determine if the
software vendors of all its critical applications have represented that their
products are Year 2000 compliant. Although the financial and accounting
software currently used by the Company is not believed to be Year 2000
compliant, the Company's existing infrastructure development plans call for the
purchase and installation of new, integrated systems applications for the order
entry, product support, and financial accounting functions during the second and
third quarters of 1999. The Company will obtain certification from its vendors
that these systems are Year 2000 compliant. The costs related to these efforts
have not been nor are they expected to be material to the Company's business,
financial condition, or results of operations.
Suppliers/Third-Party Relationships. The Company has been gathering
information from vendor Web sites and available compliance statements to
identify and, to the extent possible, resolve issues involving the Year 2000
problem. The Company relies on outside vendors for water, electrical, and
telecommunications services as well as climate control, building access, and
other infrastructure services. The Company does not intend to independently
evaluate the Year 2000 compliance of the systems utilized to supply these
services. The Company has received no assurance of compliance from the
providers of these services. There can be no assurance that these suppliers
will resolve any or all Year 2000 problems with these systems before the
occurrence of a material disruption to the Company's business. Any failure of
these third-parties to resolve Year 2000 problems with their systems in a timely
manner could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, financial
condition, or results of operation.
Contingency Plans. The Company has not currently developed a formal
contingency plan to be implemented as part of its efforts to identify and
correct Year 2000 problems affecting its internal systems. However, if the
Company deems it necessary, it may take the following actions:
. Accelerated replacement of affected equipment or software;
. Short to medium-term use of backup equipment and software;
. Wholesale backup of existing computerized data prior to January 1,
2000;
. Increased work hours for Company personnel; and/or
. Other similar approaches.
If the Company is required to implement any of these contingency plans,
such plans could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business,
financial condition, or results of operations.
Based on the actions taken to date as discussed above, the Company is
reasonably certain that it has or will identify and resolve all Year 2000
problems that could materially adversely affect its business and operations.
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ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The financial statements filed as a part of this report include:
Page
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Index to Financial Statements..................................... F-1
Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants................ F-2
Balance Sheet as of December 31, 1998............................. F-3
Statements of Loss for the seven months ended December 31, 1998,
the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and the period from
inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998............ F-4
Statements of Stockholders' Equity (Capital Deficit) for the period
from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998....... F-5
Statements of Cash Flows for the seven months ended December 31,
1998, the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and the period from
inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998............ F-7
Notes to Financial Statements..................................... F-8
ITEM 8. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
Alonzo & Wells, LLP, the Company's former independent accountants, resigned
in August 1997 and did not audit the fiscal year ended May 31, 1997. Alonzo &
Wells, LLP audited the Company's financial statements for the fiscal years ended
May 31, 1995 and 1996 and their reports did not contain an adverse opinion or
disclaimer of opinion and were not qualified or modified as to uncertainty,
audit scope or accounting principle except it was modified as to uncertainty as
follows, "[t]he Company has suffered recurring losses from operations, which
raise substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern."
In August 1997, upon recommendation by the Board of Directors, the Company
engaged BDO Seidman LLP as its principal accountant to audit the Company's
financial statements for the fiscal years ending May 31, 1996 and 1997 and for
the period from inception (October 4, 1993) through May 31, 1997.
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PART III
ITEM 9. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, PROMOTERS, AND CONTROL PERSONS;
COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 16(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT
Reference is made to the information appearing under the heading "Election of
Directors" of the Company's 1999 Proxy Statement, which information is hereby
incorporated by reference.
ITEM 10. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Reference is made to the information appearing under the headings
"Executive Compensation" and "Employment and Consulting Agreements" of the
Company's 1999 Proxy Statement, which information is hereby incorporated by
reference.
ITEM 11. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
Reference is made to the information appearing under the heading "Security
Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management" of the Company's 1999
Proxy Statement, which information is hereby incorporated by reference.
ITEM 12. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS
Reference is made to the information appearing under the heading "Certain
Relationships and Related Transactions" of the Company's 1999 Proxy Statement,
which information is hereby incorporated by reference.
ITEM 13. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K
(a) The following exhibits are to be filed as part of this report:
EXHIBIT NO. IDENTIFICATION OF EXHIBIT
2.1(1) Certificate of Merger
3.1(1) Certificate of Incorporation of the Company, and Amendments
thereto.
3.2(1) By-laws of the Company
3.3(2) Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation
4.1(1) Common Stock Certificate
4.2(1) Form of Warrant
9.1(2) Form of Voting Agreement granted to Mr. Kimmons
10.1(1) Agreement with Microelectronics Computer Corporation
10.2(1) Agreement with AT&T
10.3(a)(2) Gary Kimmons Amended and Restated Employment Agreement
10.3(b)(2) Gary Kimmons Addendum to the Amended and Restated
Employment Agreement
10.4(1) Employee Stock Option Plan
10.5(1) Data Crystal Agreement
10.6(2) John Paul DeJoria Consulting Agreement
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10.7(2) Shelley Duvall Memorandum of Understanding
10.8(2) Rodney L. Norville Severance Agreement and General Release
10.9(3) Marcus F. Wray Consulting Agreement
10.10(4) Cynthina Heinsohn Employment Agreement
23.1(5) Consent of BDO Seidman, LLP
27.1(5) Financial Data Schedule
(1) Filed as an exhibit to the Company's registration statement on Form 10-SB
SEC File No. 000-22057 and incorporated by reference herein.
(2) Filed as an exhibit to the Company's Annual Report for fiscal year ended
May 31, 1998 on Form 10-KSB SEC File No. 000-22057 and incorporated by
reference herein.
(3) Filed as an exhibit to the Company's Quarterly Report for transitional
quarter from June 1, 1998 to September 30, 1998 on Form 10-QSB SEC File No.
000-22057 and incorporated by reference herein.
(4) Filed as an exhibit to the Company's registration statement on Form S-8 SEC
File No. 333-65835 and incorporated by reference herein.
(5) Filed herewith.
(b) There have been no reports filed on Form 8-K for the quarter ended
December 31, 1998.
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SIGNATURES
In accordance with Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act, the registrant
caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly
authorized.
GK Intelligent Systems, Inc.
By: /s/ GARY F. KIMMONS
--------------------
Gary F. Kimmons, President, Chief Executive Officer,
Chief Financial Officer, and Director
In accordance with the Exchange Act, this report has been signed below by
the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on
the dates indicated.
SIGNATURE TITLE DATE
- --------- ----- ----
/s/ GARY F. KIMMONS President, Chief March 31, 1999
- -------------------------- Executive Officer and Director
Gary F. Kimmons
/s/ GERALD C. ALLEN Director March 31, 1999
- --------------------------
Gerald C. Allen
/s/ MARCUS F. WRAY Director March 31, 1999
- --------------------------
Marcus F. Wray
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
PAGE
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Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants....................... F-2
Balance Sheet as of December 31, 1998.................................... F-3
Statements of Loss for the seven months ended December 31, 1998,
the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and the period from inception
(October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998............................ F-4
Statements of Stockholders' Equity (Capital Deficit) for the period
from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998............. F-5
Statements of Cash Flows for the seven months ended December 31, 1998,
the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and the period from inception
(October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998............................ F-7
Notes to Financial Statements............................................ F-8
F-1
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
To the Stockholders
GK Intelligent Systems, Inc.
We have audited the balance sheet of GK Intelligent Systems, Inc. (a development
stage enterprise) as of December 31, 1998, and the related statements of loss,
stockholders' equity (capital deficit) and cash flows for the seven months ended
December 31, 1998, the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and for the period from
inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998. These financial
statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on
our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes
assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.
We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in
all material respects, the financial position of GK Intelligent Systems, Inc. (a
development stage enterprise) as of December 31, 1998 and the results of its
operations and its cash flows for the seven months ended December 31, 1998, the
years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and for the period from inception (October 4,
1993) through December 31, 1998, in conformity with generally accepted
accounting principles.
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the
Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 2 to the
financial statements, the Company has suffered recurring operating losses which
raise substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
Management's plans in regard to these matters are also discussed in Note 2. The
financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the
outcome of these uncertainties.
BDO SEIDMAN, LLP
Houston, Texas
March 5, 1999
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
BALANCE SHEET
DECEMBER 31, 1998
ASSETS
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Current:
Cash and cash equivalents.................... $1,440,822
Deposits..................................... 313,838
Prepaid expenses............................. 249,531
Other........................................ 26,121
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Total Current Assets........................... 2,030,312
Computer software costs, net (Notes 4 and 8)... 1,629,072
Property and equipment, net (Note 5)........... 1,420,822
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Total Assets................................... $ 5,080,206
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
------------------------------------
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Note 8)..................................... $ 855,539
Capital lease obligations, current maturities
(Note 6).................................... 26,879
------------
Total Current Liabilities...................... 882,418
------------
Capital lease obligations, less current
maturities (Note 6)........................... 70,461
Other long term liabilities (Note 8)........... 203,844
Commitments and Contingencies
(Notes 2, 6, 8 and 10)
Stockholders' Equity
(Notes 1, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12):
Common stock................................. 32,530
Additional paid-in capital................... 36,351,876
Subscriptions receivable..................... (779,900)
Unearned compensation (Note 10).............. (5,484,531)
Deficit accumulated during the development
stage....................................... (26,196,492)
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Total Stockholders' Equity..................... 3,923,483
------------
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity..... $ 5,080,206
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
STATEMENTS OF LOSS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
INCEPTION
SEVEN MONTHS (OCTOBER 4,
ENDED YEAR ENDED MAY 31, 1993) THROUGH
DECEMBER 31, ------------------------------- DECEMBER 31,
1998 1998 1997 1998
------------- ------------ ------------ --------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Revenues, less returns and allowances
of $1,691............................. $ 58,255 $ - $ - $ 58,255
Cost of revenues........................ 19,349 - - 19,349
----------- ----------- ----------- -------------
Gross margin............................ 38,906 - - 38,906
----------- ----------- ----------- -------------
Costs and expenses:
Professional services (Note 10)....... 3,800,446 2,748,628 4,963,686 12,370,116
Employee compensation................. 1,793,323 1,272,876 889,527 3,955,726
Depreciation and amortization......... 726,235 957,475 820,497 3,029,259
President's compensation
(Note 11)........................... 140,000 240,000 2,523,443 3,688,457
Other general and administrative...... 1,504,902 662,819 331,320 3,004,525
----------- ----------- ----------- -------------
Total costs and expenses................ 7,964,906 5,881,798 9,528,473 26,048,083
----------- ----------- ----------- -------------
Net loss................................ (7,926,000) (5,881,798) (9,528,473) (26,009,177)
Dividends on preferred stock
(Note 9).............................. (54,815) (132,500) - (187,315)
----------- ----------- ----------- -------------
Net Loss Applicable to
Common Shareholders................... $(7,980,815) $(6,014,298) $(9,528,473) $ (26,196,492)
=========== =========== =========== =============
Basic Net Loss Per Share of
Common Stock.......................... $(.27) $(.35) $(.89) $(2.08)
=========== =========== =========== =============
Weighted Average Number of Shares of
Common Stock Outstanding.............. 30,055,000 17,133,102 10,671,092 12,599,734
=========== =========== =========== =============
</TABLE>
F-4
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (CAPITAL DEFICIT)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Preferred Stock (a) Common Stock (b) Additional
------------------ -------------------- Paid-in Subscriptions Unearned
Shares Amount Shares Amount Capital Receivable Compensation
-------- ------- ---------- ------- ----------- ------------- ------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Initial capitalization by
president................... - $ - 6,375,000 $ 6,375 $ - $ - $ -
Shares issued in connection
with reverse merger......... - - 963,275 963 (963) - -
Series A preferred shares
issued in connection
with acquisition of
software (Notes 4 and 9).... 883,333 3,389,432 - - - - -
Shares issued in private
placements at prices ranging
from $.50 to $3.00 per
share (net of commissions
of $95,180)................. - - 908,803 908 1,123,687 - -
Shares issued to president
for services................ - - 332,580 333 236,421 - -
Shares issued for
professional services....... - - 283,956 284 338,990 - -
Shares issued in settlement
of debt..................... - - 250,000 250 471,007 - -
Net loss..................... - - - - - - -
-------- ---------- ---------- ------- ----------- -------- -------
BALANCE, May 31, 1996........ 883,333 3,389,432 9,113,614 9,113 2,169,142 - -
Shares issued in private
placements at $.875 and
$1.00 per share (net of
commissions of $61,306)..... - - 2,371,653 2,372 1,802,134 - -
Shares issued to president
and employees for services.. - - 296,110 296 706,716 - -
Shares issued for
professional services
and expenses................ - - 508,652 509 940,665 - -
Warrants issued to employees. - - - - 56,040 - -
Warrants issued for
professional services....... - - - - 290,596 - -
Net loss..................... - - - - - - -
-------- ---------- ---------- ------- ----------- -------- -------
BALANCE, May 31, 1997........ 883,333 3,389,432 12,290,029 12,290 5,965,293 - -
Shares issued in private
placements at $.40, $.47,
$.48, $.50, $1.00, $1.36
and $1.50 per share......... - - 8,136,290 8,136 7,528,866 - -
Shares issued for exercise
of warrants at $1.00
per share................... - - 158,500 159 158,341 - -
Shares issued to president
and employees for services.. - - 1,976,140 1,976 2,817,120 - -
Shares issued for
professional services....... - - 5,618,360 5,618 4,994,186 - -
Warrants and options issued
to president and employees
for services................ - - - - 102,349 - -
Warrants and options issued
for professional services... - - - - 576,313 - -
Net loss..................... - - - - - - -
Dividends on Series A
preferred stock............. - 132,500 - - - - -
-------- ---------- ---------- ------- ----------- -------- -------
BALANCE, May 31, 1998........ 883,333 3,521,932 28,179,319 28,179 22,142,468 - -
</TABLE>
Deficit
Accumulated
During the
Development
Stage
-----------
Initial capitalization by $ -
president...................
Shares issued in connection
with reverse merger......... -
Series A preferred shares
issued in connection
with acquisition of
software (Notes 4 and 9).... -
Shares issued in private
placements at prices ranging
from $.50 to $3.00 per
share (net of commissions
of $95,180)................. -
Shares issued to president
for services................ -
Shares issued for
professional services....... -
Shares issued in settlement
of debt..................... -
Net loss..................... (2,672,906)
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BALANCE, May 31, 1996........ (2,672,906)
Shares issued in private
placements at $.875 and
$1.00 per share (net of
commissions of $61,306)..... -
Shares issued to president
and employees for services.. -
Shares issued for
professional services
and expenses................ -
Warrants issued to employees. -
Warrants issued for
professional services....... -
Net loss..................... (9,528,473)
------------
BALANCE, May 31, 1997........ (12,201,379)
Shares issued in private
placements at $.40, $.47,
$.48, $.50, $1.00, $1.36
and $1.50 per share......... -
Shares issued for exercise
of warrants at $1.00
per share................... -
Shares issued to president
and employees for services.. -
Shares issued for
professional services....... -
Warrants and options issued
to president and employees
for services................ -
Warrants and options issued
for professional services...
Net loss..................... (5,881,798)
Dividends on Series A
preferred stock............. (132,500)
------------
BALANCE, May 31, 1998........ (18,215,677)
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-5
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (CAPITAL DEFICIT)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Deficit
Accumulated
Preferred Stock (a) Common Stock (b) Additional During the
------------------ -------------------- Paid-in Subscriptions Unearned Development
Shares Amount Shares Amount Capital Receivable Compensation Stage
-------- ------- ---------- ------- ----------- ------------- ------------ ----------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Balance, May 31, 1998........ 883,333 3,521,932 28,179,319 28,179 22,142,468 - - (18,215,677)
Shares issued in private
placement at $2.00 per
share (net of commissions
of $93,090)................ - - 1,551,504 1,551 3,008,364 (779,900) - -
Shares issued for exercise
of warrants and options at
$-0-, $.31, $.94 and $1.00
per share.................. - - 884,960 885 318,213 - - -
Shares issued to director for
professional services....... - - 1,000,000 1,000 1,624,000 - (1,001,096) -
Warrants and options issued
for professional services... - - - - 5,682,999 - (4,483,435) -
Dividends on Series A
preferred stock............. - 54,815 - - - - - (54,815)
Shares issued to convert
preferred stock............. (883,333) (3,576,747) 914,552 915 3,575,832 - - -
Net loss..................... - - - - - - - (7,926,000)
--------- ----------- ---------- ------- ------------ --------- ----------- -------------
BALANCE, May 31, 1998........ - $ - 32,530,335 $32,530 $36,351,876 $(779,900) $(5,484,531) $ (26,196,492)
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</TABLE>
NOTES:
- ------
(a) $.001 par; 10,000,000 shares authorized
(b) $.001 par; 250,000,000 shares authorized
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-6
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
INCEPTION
SEVEN MONTHS (OCTOBER 4,
ENDED YEAR ENDED MAY 31, 1993) THROUGH
DECEMBER 31, --------------------------- DECEMBER 31,
1998 1998 1997 1998
------------- ------------ ------------ --------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Operating activities:
Net loss............................................. $(7,926,000) $(5,881,798) $(9,528,473) $(26,009,177)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to
net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization.................... 726,235 957,475 820,497 3,029,259
Issuance of common stock, warrants and options
for various expenses........................... 1,773,468 2,560,853 7,681,831 12,703,682
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Current assets................................. (491,410) (39,557) (58,523) (589,490)
Accounts payable............................... 840,669 (74,789) (153,621) 1,073,446
----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Net cash used in operating activities........ (5,077,038) (2,477,816) (1,238,289) (9,792,280)
----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Investing activities:
Purchased and developed software..................... - (259,771) (131,143) (915,742)
Organization costs................................... - - - (78,745)
Other capital expenditures........................... (1,295,100) (177,520) (39,215) (1,536,270)
----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Net cash used in investing activities........ (1,295,100) (437,291) (170,358) (2,530,757)
----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Financing activities:
Proceeds from private placements and other share
issuances.......................................... 2,585,051 7,832,211 1,806,156 13,354,227
Proceeds from borrowings............................. - 150,000 - 716,269
Repayment of borrowings.............................. (13,540) (174,120) (68,327) (306,637)
----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Net cash provided by financing activities.... 2,571,511 7,808,091 1,737,829 13,763,859
----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Net increase (decrease) in cash and
cash equivalents.................................... (3,800,627) 4,892,984 329,182 1,440,822
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period....... 5,241,449 348,465 19,283 -
----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period............. $ 1,440,822 $ 5,241,449 $ 348,465 $ 1,440,822
=========== =========== =========== ============
</TABLE>
F-7
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND PRESENTATION
Business
GK Intelligent Systems, Inc. (the "Company"), is a development stage enterprise
incorporated in Delaware in 1988. The Company is principally engaged in the
development and marketing of software products capable of interaction with, and
adaptation to, the needs of software users (referred to as "intelligent"
software) and sophisticated real-time access to and interpretation of data. To
date, the Company has realized minimal revenues and its activities have been
limited primarily to the acquisition of software assets used to develop future
products and applications, research and development of software products and
initial marketing activities. All revenues to-date are derived from sales of
the Company's first product, Around the Web in 80 Minutes. The Company has
adopted a calendar year end to be effective December 31, 1998.
The Company's software technology is capable of evaluating a users' competence
level and adapting training programs to the user's specific learning styles and
abilities, and is referred to as Smart One technology. The Company is using
this technology to develop specific training software products (e.g., Internet
training).
The Company's proprietary Carnot technology is capable of accessing and
evaluating large amounts of data on network systems, such as the Internet. The
Company is currently developing specific business applications utilizing this
technology called Smart Enterprise.
Reverse Merger
Pursuant to an agreement effective August 15, 1994, LBM-US, Inc. (LBM) issued
6,758,920 shares of its common stock in exchange for all of the assets and
liabilities of GK Intelligent Systems, Inc., a Texas corporation (GKIS-Texas).
The remaining 963,275 common shares out of a total of 7,722,195 common shares
were retained by the former owners of LBM. Prior to, and in conjunction with
the transaction, LBM authorized a stock split of three and one-half shares to
one for its existing shareholders. On August 18, 1994, LBM changed its name to
GK Intelligent Systems, Inc.
This transaction resulted in the former stockholders of GKIS-Texas acquiring
approximately 88% of the Company. Accordingly, the transaction has been treated
for accounting purposes as a purchase of the Company by GKIS-Texas, referred to
as a "reverse merger". As GKIS-Texas is deemed to be the acquirer for
accounting purposes, (i) its assets and liabilities are included in the
financial statements of the continuing entity at their carrying values, (ii) its
operations are presented for all periods prior to August 15, 1994 and (iii) its
outstanding shares for periods prior to August 15, 1994 have been retroactively
restated giving effect to the reverse merger transaction.
Transition Period
In August 1998, the Company changed its fiscal year-end to December 31 which
will be its fiscal year-end in the future. Prior to August 1998, the Company's
fiscal year ended on May 31. As a result, the accompanying financial statements
include (1) results of operations and cash flows for the seven-month period from
June 1, 1998 through December 31, 1998, referred to as the transition period and
(2) the historically reported twelve-month periods ended May 31, 1998 and 1997.
For comparative purposes, unaudited results of operations and cash flows for the
comparable seven-month period ended December 31, 1997 have been presented in
Note 13.
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2. GOING CONCERN UNCERTAINTY AND MANAGEMENT PLANS
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the
Company will continue as a going concern. The Company has suffered recurring
operating losses since its inception that raise substantial doubt about its
ability to meet future expected expenditures necessary to fully develop its
software products and applications and to continue as a going concern. The
financial statements do not reflect any adjustments that might result from the
outcome of this uncertainty. In this regard, the Company is contemplating short
and long term debt or equity financing sufficient to fund projected working
capital and software product development needs. The Company continues to obtain
distribution partners for its current internet training product and expects to
release two follow-up software products during the second quarter of 1999.
However, there can be no assurance that the Company will be successful in
raising funds, that the amount and terms of such financing will be acceptable to
the Company, or that the profits from the sale of software products in fiscal
year 1999 will be sufficient to fund the Company's working capital needs and
software development expenditure requirements. Accordingly, the Company will
continue to seek additional sources of financing as may be necessary.
3. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Revenue Recognition
Revenues from the sale of software products to retail customers are recognized
upon shipment, provided that no significant obligations remain outstanding and
collection of the receivable is probable. Revenues from the sale of software
products to distributors or other resellers where right of return exists are
deferred until shipped products are sold to retail consumers. Allowances for
estimated returns are provided at the time of sale and charged against revenues.
Cost of Revenues
Cost of revenues include materials such as diskettes, packaging and
documentation as well as labor required to assemble the product.
Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (average cost) or net realizable
value and consist principally of CD-ROM diskettes, jewel cases and product
boxes. Net realizable value is the estimated selling price less all applicable
selling costs. Inventory on hand at December 31, 1998 amounted to $12,623 and
is included in other current assets in the accompanying balance sheet.
Computer Software Costs
Costs of purchased software having alternative future uses in developing other
software products are (i) capitalized when acquired, (ii) amortized on a
straight-line basis over their expected useful life of five years and (iii)
reported at the lower of unamortized cost or net realizable value.
Costs of internally created computer software products are charged to expense
when incurred as research and development until technological feasibility has
been established for the product. Technological feasibility is considered
established upon completion of a detailed program design or, in its absence,
completion of a working model. Thereafter, all software production costs are
capitalized and subsequently reported at the lower of unamortized cost or net
realizable value. Capitalized costs are amortized based on the ratio of current
revenue to current and future revenue for each product with an annual minimum
equal to the straight-line amortization over the remaining estimated economic
life of the product. During the seven months ended December 31, 1998, the years
ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and from inception (October 4, 1993) through
December 31, 1998 the Company charged approximately $1,458,000, $1,808,000,
$1,409,000 and $5,270,000 to costs and expenses for research and development.
F-9
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment consists primarily of furniture, equipment and leasehold
improvements, and are carried at cost. Depreciation and amortization is
computed principally on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of
the various assets ranging from 3 to 5 years or, in the case of certain property
under capital lease, over the lesser of the useful life or the lease term.
Leasehold improvements are amortized over the length of the related leases.
Expenditures for maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred while
improvements and major replacements are capitalized.
Income Taxes
The Company uses the asset and liability method of accounting for income taxes.
Under this method, the Company recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities
for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the
carrying amounts and the tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured
using the enacted tax rate and laws that will be in effect when the differences
are expected to reverse. Deferred tax assets are reduced by a valuation
allowance to amounts expected to be realized.
Loss Per Common Share
In February 1997, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued
Statement of Financial Accounting Standard ("SFAS") No. 128, "Earnings Per
Share". SFAS 128 is effective for the seven months ended December 31, 1998 and
the year ended May 31, 1998. SFAS 128 simplifies the standards required under
previously existing accounting rules for computing earning per share and
replaces the presentation of primary earnings per share and fully diluted
earnings per share with a presentation of basic earnings per share ("basic EPS")
and diluted earnings per share ("diluted EPS"). Diluted EPS for the periods
presented was not disclosed on the Statements of Loss as the effect is anti-
dilutive.
Basic net loss per share has been calculated using the weighted average number
of common shares outstanding and any common stock equivalents, if dilutive,
during the period presented. For the period from inception (October 4, 1993)
through December 31, 1998, the weighted average number of common shares
outstanding gives retroactive recognition to the reverse merger transaction
described in Note 1.
Accounting Estimates
The accompanying financial statements are prepared in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles which requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that effect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the
reporting period. The actual results could differ from those estimates.
Statements of Cash Flows
For purposes of the statement of cash flows, the Company considers cash and cash
equivalents to be cash on hand or deposited in demand deposit accounts with
financial institutions and highly liquid investments purchased with an original
maturity of three months or less.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The carrying amounts of the Company's financial instruments, including cash and
cash equivalents, accounts payable, and accrued liabilities, approximate fair
value due to their short maturities.
F-10
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Stock-Based Compensation
The Company has chosen to continue to account for stock-based compensation using
the intrinsic value method prescribed in Accounting Principles Board Opinion No.
25, "Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees", and related Interpretations and
to elect the disclosure option of SFAS No. 123, "Accounting for Stock-Based
Compensation". Accordingly, compensation cost for stock options issued to
employees is measured as the excess, if any, of the quoted market price of the
Company's stock at the date of the grant over the amount an employee must pay to
acquire the stock.
New Accounting Pronouncements
Derivative and Hedging Activities - In June 1998, the FASB issued SFAS No. 133,
"Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities" ("SFAS 133").
SFAS 133 requires companies to recognize all derivatives contracts as either
assets or liabilities in the balance sheet and to measure them at fair value.
If certain conditions are met, a derivative may be specifically designated as a
hedge, the objective of which is to match the timing of gain or loss recognition
on the hedging derivative with the recognition of (i) the changes in the fair
value of the hedged asset or liability that are attributable to the hedge risk
or (ii) the earnings effect of the hedged forecasted transaction. For a
derivative not designated as a hedging instrument, the gain or loss is
recognized in income in the period of change. SFAS 133 is effective for all
fiscal quarters of fiscal years beginning after June 15, 1999. Historically,
the Company has not entered into derivatives contracts either to hedge existing
risks or for speculative purposes. Accordingly, the Company does not expect
adoption of the new standard on January 1, 2000 to affect its financial
statements.
Start-up Activities - In June 1998 the Accounting Standards Executive Committee
of the AICPA issued SOP 98-5, Reporting on the Costs of Start-up Activities.
SOP 98-5 requires all start-up and organizational costs to be expensed as
incurred. It also requires all remaining historically capitalized amounts of
these costs existing at the date of adoption to be expensed and reported as the
cumulative effect of a change in accounting principles. SOP 98-5 is effective
for all fiscal years beginning after December 31, 1998. The Company believes
that the adoption of SOP 98-5 will not have a significant effect on its
financial statements.
FASB Amendments and Clarifications - In February 1999 the FASB issued SFAS No.
135, Rescission of Financial Accounting Standards Board No. 75 ("SFAS 75") and
Technical Corrections. SFAS 135 rescinds SFAS 75 and amends Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards Board No. 35. SFAS 135 also amends other
existing authoritative literature to make various technical corrections, clarify
meanings, or describe applicability under changed conditions. SFAS 135 is
effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years ending after February
15, 1999. The Company believes that the adoption of SFAS 135 will not have a
significant effect on its financial statements.
4. COMPUTER SOFTWARE COSTS
Computer software costs were comprised of the following at December 31, 1998:
Cost of purchased software used to develop other software products:
Training software technology.......... $ 444,833
Carnot software tools and languages... 3,389,432
Other tools and product costs.......... 470,909
-----------
4,305,174
Less accumulated amortization.......... (2,676,102)
-----------
$ 1,629,072
===========
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Carnot software tools and languages were acquired on November 2, 1995 in
exchange for the issuance of 883,333 shares of the Company's Series A preferred
stock (see Note 9). The cost basis of the software was determined using the
estimated fair market value of the preferred shares at the date the agreement
was signed. Amortization of software costs during the seven months ended
December 31, 1998 and the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 amounted to
$525,597, $862,348 and $794,016, respectively. Amortization of software costs
from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998 amounted to
$2,676,102.
5. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment were comprised of the following at December 31, 1998:
Furniture and equipment.......................... $1,432,246
Furniture and equipment under capital leases..... 159,592
Leasehold improvements........................... 91,516
----------
1,683,354
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization... (262,532)
----------
$1,420,822
==========
6. LEASES
The Company leases office furniture and equipment under capital lease agreements
and office space and equipment under operating leases expiring through 2004.
A schedule by years of future minimum lease payments under the capital leases
together with the present value of the net minimum lease payments as of December
31, 1998, and future minimum rental payments required under the long-term
operating leases as of December 31, 1998 are as follows:
Year ending Capital Operating
December 31, Leases Leases
- ------------ ------- ---------
1999....................................... $ 41,773 $ 831,746
2000....................................... 40,688 858,594
2001....................................... 32,250 868,271
2002....................................... 11,625 307,530
2003....................................... - 111,228
Thereafter................................. - 37,076
-------- ----------
Total minimum lease payments.................. 126,336 $3,014,445
==========
Less - amount representing interest........... (28,996)
--------
Present value of net minimum lease payments... 97,340
Less - current maturities..................... 26,879
--------
Long-term portion............................. $ 70,461
========
Rent expense under operating leases for the seven months ended December 31, 1998
and the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 was $304,000, $180,900 and $32,400,
respectively. Rent expense for the period from inception (October 4, 1993)
through December 31, 1998 was $592,500.
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
7. INCOME TAXES
The Company uses the liability method to record deferred income taxes. Under
the liability method, a deferred tax asset or liability is determined based on
the difference between the financial statement and tax bases of assets and
liabilities as measured by the enacted tax rates which will be in effect when
these differences reverse. Net deferred income tax assets are comprised of the
following at December 31, 1998:
Net operating loss carryforwards............................ $ 5,954,000
Differences between the financial
reporting and income tax bases of:
Property, plant and equipment........................... 9,000
Accrued compensation.................................... 105,000
Issuances of stock, options and warrants for services... 327,000
Other................................................... 28,000
-----------
Gross deferred tax assets................................... 6,423,000
-----------
Difference between the financial reporting
and income tax bases of:
Computer software costs................................. 503,000
-----------
Gross deferred tax liability................................ 503,000
-----------
5,920,000
Valuation allowance......................................... (5,920,000)
-----------
Net deferred tax asset...................................... $ -0-
===========
The Company has recorded a 100% valuation allowance on its deferred tax asset
because it believes that it is more likely than not that it will be unable to
utilize the deferred tax benefits in the foreseeable future.
The income tax benefit differs from the amount of income tax determined by
applying the applicable statutory federal income tax rate to pretax loss from
operations due to the effect of net operating losses that are not currently
utilizable.
The Company has generated approximately $17,512,000 of tax loss carryforwards
through December 31, 1998. The carryforwards expire in the following years:
Year
----
2008... $ 129,000
2009... 612,000
2010... 1,732,000
2011... 3,287,000
2012... 5,306,000
2013... 6,446,000
-----------
$17,512,000
===========
Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, limits the
availability of the net operating loss ("NOL") carryforwards if there is a
change of ownership of more than 50% of the Company within a retroactive three
year period. This limitation, if applied, would limit the utilization of the
NOL carryforwards in each taxable year to an amount equal to the product of the
federal long-term tax-exempt bond rate prescribed by the Internal Revenue
Service and the fair market value of the Company immediately prior to the time
of the ownership change. The Company anticipates, however, that should a
cumulative change in ownership of the Company in excess of 50% be deemed to
occur within a retroactive three year period in connection with the exercise of
outstanding common stock warrants and options or other securities transaction,
the resulting limitation would not have a material impact on the Company's
financial position as a 100% valuation allowance has been established against
the expected future benefit of the Company's net operating loss carryforwards.
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
8. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Litigation
In October 1998, the Company, its president and a former officer were named as
defendants in a class-action lawsuit; Griffin v., GK Intelligent Systems, Inc.,
et al.; filed in Texas District Court. The plaintiff has alleged violations of
the securities laws, common law fraud, conspiracy, negligence, and negligent
misrepresentation and is seeking unspecified damages. The case was removed to
the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas in November
1998. To-date, the parties have conducted limited discovery, and the Company is
in the process of evaluating the plaintiff's claims and intends to vigorously
defend the lawsuit.
The Company is defendant in a lawsuit; David Michael Sims v. GK Intelligent
Systems, Inc. The lawsuit was filed in July 1998, and alleges the Company is
liable to the plaintiff for breach of contract and fraudulent misrepresentation.
The case arises out of services allegedly performed by the plaintiff for which
he did not receive compensation. Although preliminary discovery has commenced,
the precise amount of the plaintiff's demand is currently unknown other than his
initial claim for a commission of approximately $500,000. The Company denies
any liability to the plaintiff,and intends to vigorously defend the lawsuit.
In September 1997, the Company entered into a consulting agreement with Union
Atlantic, LC for performance of services. The Company issued Union Atlantic a
five year warrant to purchase 200,000 shares of common stock at an exercise
price of $.9375 per share, and a five year warrant to purchase 112,500 shares of
common stock at an exercise price of $1.25 per share as compensation for
services to be rendered. Each of the warrants contained demand registration
rights. Union Atlantic resigned as a consultant to the Company in November
1997. As no capital was raised by Union Atlantic, the Company sent a notice to
Union Atlantic in July 1998 canceling the warrants. In August 1998, the Company
received notice from Union Atlantic demanding registration of the warrants. The
Company has contacted Union Atlantic and is in the process of determining Union
Atlantic's legal rights, if any.
In connection with the Union Atlantic transaction, the Company issued Catalyst
Financial a one year warrant to purchase 66,667 shares of common stock at an
exercise price of $.9375 per share, and a one-year warrant to purchase 37,500
shares of common stock at an exercise price of $1.25 per share as a finder's fee
for introducing the Company to Union Atlantic. Each of the warrants contained
demand registration rights. Since Union Atlantic did not raise capital for the
Company, the Company contends that no consideration was received in exchange for
the warrants. In August 1998, the Company received a notice from Catalyst
Financial demanding registration of the warrants. The Company has contacted
Catalyst Financial and is in the process of determining Catalyst Financial's
legal rights, if any.
In September 1998, James Cassell, an affiliate of Catalyst Financial, exercised
a portion of the aforementioned warrants to purchase a total of 10,000 shares of
common stock at an aggregate purchase price of $9,375. In connection with the
exercise, Mr. Cassell made a demand registration request pursuant to a
registration rights agreement with the Company. To-date, the Company has not
registered the 10,000 shares of common stock.
In August 1998, the Company received a letter from its former general counsel
and secretary of the Company, in connection with the former general counsel's
separation from employment with the Company. The Company's contractual
obligations to the former general counsel turns on whether he resigned from his
employment or whether he was terminated. The former general counsel has
demanded $190,000 in total compensation and immediate vesting of 600,000 shares
of common stock. The Company contends the former general counsel resigned from
his positions with the Company, and as such, the former general counsel is
entitled to earned but unpaid salary and vested options to purchase 25,000
shares of common stock. In the event the parties are unable to settle this
matter, it is likely the former general counsel will file suit for wrongful
termination.
The Company is involved in various other legal actions arising in the normal
course of business. Management is of the opinion that their outcome will not
have a material adverse effect on the Company's financial position or results of
operations.
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<PAGE>
GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Employment and Consulting Agreements
In March 1998, the Company amended and restated its employment agreement with
the president. The agreement provides for a three year term with automatic one
year renewals at the end of its initial term and for annual base compensation of
$240,000. Upon the president's death, disability or involuntary termination
(other than for cause), all unvested warrants or options will become immediately
vested and exercisable. If the Company has a change of control, and
subsequently the employment agreement is terminated by the Company, other than
for cause or disability, the agreement generally provides that the Company must
pay an amount equal to approximately three times the sum of the annual base
salary and the average of the last three annual incentive bonuses actually paid.
In March 1998, the Company amended and restated an employment agreement with a
former officer and director of the Company. That agreement contained identical
terms to the employment agreement of the president except for an annual base
compensation of $180,000. In September 1998, by mutual agreement between the
Company and the individual, the individual resigned as a director and officer of
the Company and his employment agreement was terminated. Concurrently
therewith, his professional corporation entered into a one-year consulting
agreement with the Company. The consulting agreement provides for monthly
consulting fees of $7,500 for a period of twelve months ending September 15,
1999. A severance agreement was also entered into providing for severance
compensation of $360,000 payable in installments of $7,500 for a period of
twelve months, and thereafter $15,000 per month for a period of eighteen months.
The severance agreement also affirmed a warrant to purchase 1,200,000 shares of
the Company's common stock which vests one-quarter per year over a four year
period beginning March 1999. Severance expense totaling $375,951 was charged to
employee compensation during the seven months ended December 31, 1998 as a
result of this transaction.
At December 31, 1998, $134,013 of amounts currently due under the severance
agreement are included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities while
$203,844 of amounts due after December 31, 1999 represent other long term
liabilities in the accompanying balance sheet.
In September 1998, the Company entered into a memorandum of understanding with
Shelley Duvall, pursuant to which Ms. Duvall will serve as an independent
consultant to the Company for an initial term of three years. Ms. Duvall will
assist the Company in the creation, development, and distribution of children's
and family-oriented intelligent learning products. Additionally, Ms. Duvall
granted to the Company the non-exclusive right for the Company to use her name
for products which she helps to produce, and for mutually approved public
relations activities. In exchange for her services, the Company agreed to
compensate Ms. Duvall as follows: (i) $500,000 for use of the name rights,
payable $150,000 on September 8, 1998, $50,000 no later than 30 days thereafter,
and $50,000 per month commencing January 1, 1999, (ii) 10% of sales revenues
(less distribution fees) from products produced by or bearing the Duvall name,
(iii) 5% of sales revenues (less distribution fees) from products produced by
third parties introduced by Ms. Duvall to the Company, (iv) a minimum of 8% of
the total production cost of each product, and (v) options to purchase 120,000
shares of Company common stock which vest on a schedule of 3,300 shares per
month at an exercise price of $2.50 per share (the closing market price on the
date of grant). Upon any termination of the agreement, the Company will retain
the right to use the name "Shelley Duvall" in connection with any then existing
product produced by or bearing the Duvall name until September 8, 2008. Ms.
Duvall will continue to receive the compensation based on sales revenues (but
not production costs) of such products until such time as those products are no
longer marketed under the Duvall name, and any stock options granted but not
exercised will be canceled upon the termination of the agreement. Ms. Duvall is
currently working with the Company in the development of children's and family-
oriented software applications incorporating Smart One technology.
Business Risk
The Company has filed for trademark and servicemark protection for certain
proposed products and applications. However, not all trademarks or servicemarks
have been awarded to the Company to date. In the event that the trademark and
servicemark rights are not ultimately granted to the Company, and the Company is
not able to otherwise protect its proprietary information, there could be a
material adverse effect on the Company's business, operating results and
financial condition.
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
9. SERIES A PREFERRED STOCK
Effective November 2, 1995, the Company issued 883,333 shares of Series A
convertible, redeemable preferred stock to Microelectronics and Computer
Technology Corporation ("MCC") in exchange for a perpetual non-exclusive
worldwide right and license to use and commercialize certain computer software
technology developed by MCC under its Carnot Project (see Note 4). The Series A
preferred stock had a stated value of $6.00 per share, a par value of $.001 per
share, accrued dividends at 6% per annum beginning January 1, 1998 and along
with unpaid dividends were convertible into shares of the Company's common stock
beginning January 1, 1998 at the rate of $6.00 per common share as adjusted for
certain events. Also beginning January 1, 1998, the Company had the right to
redeem the shares at their stated value of $6.00 per share, plus any accrued and
unpaid dividends. However, once notified of the Company's intention to redeem,
MCC had the option to convert the preferred shares to common prior to the
Company exercising its redemption rights. In addition, the preferred shares
were entitled to vote beginning January 1, 1998 even if not converted. No
redemption rights were held by the Series A preferred stockholders.
During the seven months ended December 31, 1998 and the years ended May 31, 1998
and 1997, the Company accrued cumulative dividends on the Series A preferred
stock totalling $54,815, $132,500 and $-0-, respectively.
During the seven months ended December 31, 1998, MCC converted the preferred
stock and accrued dividends into 883,333 and 31,219 shares of the Company's
common stock, respectively.
The preferred shares have not been included in the calculation of net loss per
share for all periods presented as their effect, if converted, would be anti-
dilutive.
10. COMMON STOCK, OPTIONS AND WARRANTS
Options and Warrants Issued for Professional Services
The Company periodically grants common stock warrants or options to consultants
for services rendered or to be rendered. Certain of such grants may be issued
at prices less than fair market value and contain vesting terms ranging from
zero to five years. The following table summarizes activity associated with
such grants for the period from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31,
1998:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Price per Share
----------------------------
Weighted
Shares Range Average
----------- ----------------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Inception through May 31, 1996................... - $ - - $ - $ -
Granted......................................... 1,046,429 .88 - 2.00 .51
----------
Balance, May 31, 1997............................ 1,046,429 .88 - 2.00 .51
Granted......................................... 887,238 .22 - 5.00 1.35
Exercised....................................... (75,000) .22 - .22 2.19
Cancelled or lapsed............................. (1,183,500) .22 - 2.00 .70
----------
Balance, May 31, 1998............................ 675,167 .40 - 5.00 1.57
Granted......................................... 1,256,500 .05 - 4.00 .65
Reclassified from warrants issued to officers... 1,380,000 .31 - .31 .31
Exercised....................................... (217,500) .40 - 1.08 .76
Cancelled or lapsed............................. (289,167) .88 - 2.31 1.76
----------
Balance, December 31, 1998....................... 2,805,000 .05 - 5.00 .57
==========
</TABLE>
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<PAGE>
GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The following is additional information relating to outstanding warrants and
options issued for professional services at December 31, 1998:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Options Outstanding Options Exercisable
-------------------- -------------------
Weighted Weighted Weighted
Exercise Number Average Average Number Average
Price of Exercise Life of Exercise
Range Shares Price (Years) Shares Price
-------- --------- -------- --------- -------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
$ .01 - $ .99 2,380,000 $ .20 6.1 346,666 $ .19
1.00 - 3.99 359,000 2.40 6.1 249,000 2.35
4.00 - 5.00 66,000 4.09 4.8 56,000 4.11
--------- -------
2,805,000 651,666
========= =======
</TABLE>
In accordance with the provisions of SFAS No. 123, "Accounting for Stock Based
Compensation", combined compensation expense for the above warrants and options
is recognized over the period of vesting. Compensation expense recognized
during the seven months ended December 31, 1998, the years ended May 31, 1998
and 1997 and the period from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31,
1998 amounted to $1,199,564, $456,713, $290,596 and $1,946,873, respectively,
and is included in professional services in the accompanying financial
statements.
During the seven months ended December 31, 1998, the Company issued options to a
director and two consultants to purchase an aggregate 1,150,000 shares of its
common stock. The options vest over periods ranging from three months to three
years. Non-cash compensation expense of $5,278,900 associated with these grants
will be recognized over the vesting periods. Included in the compensation
expense recognized during the seven months ended December 31, 1998 is $795,465
of non-cash professional services relating to these grants.
The basic net loss per share of common stock for all periods presented does not
reflect the weighted average number of shares that would be outstanding assuming
exercise of these warrants and options as the effect of such exercise would be
anti-dilutive.
Stock Issued for Professional Services
In August 1998, the Company issued 1,000,000 shares of common stock to a
director at $.05 per share. The shares vest ratably over a one-year period from
the date issued. Non-cash compensation expense of $1,575,000 associated with
this transaction will be recognized over the vesting period. During the seven
months ended December 31, 1998, the Company recognized $573,904 of non-cash
professional services relating to this transaction.
Options and Warrants Issued to President, Officers and Employees
Common Stock Warrants
From September 1996 through March 1998, the Company granted the president, an
officer and certain employees warrants to purchase shares of the Company's
common stock at exercise prices equal to or less than the fair market value at
the date of grant and containing vesting terms ranging from zero to four years.
The following table summarizes activity associated with such warrants for the
period from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998:
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Price
Shares Per Share
----------- ---------
<S> <C> <C>
Inception through May 31, 1996....................... - $ -
Granted........................................... 2,300,000 1.00
----------
Balance, May 31, 1997................................ 2,300,000 1.00
Granted........................................... 7,089,091 .31
Cancelled......................................... (2,300,000) 1.00
----------
Balance, May 31, 1998................................ 7,089,091 .31
Reclassified to warrants for professional services... (1,380,000) .31
----------
Balance, December 31, 1998........................... 5,709,091 .31
==========
Vested as of December 31, 1998....................... 1,709,091 .31
==========
</TABLE>
During March 1998, the Company cancelled warrants to purchase 2,000,000 shares
exercisable at $1.00 per share held by the president and issued new warrants to
purchase 1,709,091 shares exercisable at $.3125 and common stock options to
purchase 290,909 shares exercisable at $.34375 per share pursuant to the
Company's 1995 Incentive Stock Option Plan.
In September 1998, an officer holding warrants to purchase 1,380,000 shares of
common stock at $.3125 per share resigned from the Company. Accordingly, these
warrants were reclassified to the section detailing warrants and options issued
for professional services.
Common Stock Option Plans
During the year ended May 31, 1996, the Company adopted, and the board of
directors approved, the 1995 Incentive Stock Option Plan ("the Plan"). Pursuant
to the Plan, as amended on March 1, 1998, options to purchase up to 5,000,000
shares of common stock may be granted to directors, officers and employees of
the Company. Options are granted at 100% to 110% of the fair market value of
the common stock at the date of grant and generally vest over three to four
years. In certain circumstances, options may vest immediately or within two
years from the date of grant. Options granted under the Plan generally expire
five to ten years after the date of grant. As of December 31, 1998, options to
purchase 453,464 shares were exercisable and 3,845,891 shares were available for
future grants under the Plan. The following table summarizes activity under the
Plan for the period from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Price per Share
--------------------------
Weighted
Shares Range Average
------ ----- -------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Balance, May 31, 1997................................................ - $ - - $ - $ -
Granted............................................................ 2,328,909 - - 6.44 1.44
Cancelled.......................................................... (300,000) - - 1.00 .50
----------
Balance, May 31, 1998................................................ 2,028,909 .31 - 6.44 1.58
Granted............................................................. 1,870,700 1.63 - 13.38 6.81
Exercised........................................................... (393,000) .31 - .31 .31
Cancelled........................................................... (2,352,500) .31 - 8.75 6.06
----------
Balance, December 31, 1998........................................... 1,154,109 .31 - 13.38 1.35
==========
</TABLE>
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The following is additional information relating to options outstanding under
the Plan at December 31, 1998:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Options Outstanding Options Exercisable
--------------------------------- -------------------------
Weighted Weighted Weighted
Exercise Number Average Average Number Average
Price of Exercise Life of Exercise
Range Shares Price (Years) Shares Price
-------- ------ -------- ------- ------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
$ .01 - $ .99 880,909 $ .38 4.9 415,909 $ .34
1.00 - 3.99 91,500 2.95 9.8 2,605 2.51
4.00 - 5.99 143,200 4.70 9.1 21,908 4.29
6.00 - 13.38 38,500 7.38 8.5 13,042 7.17
--------- -------
1,154,109 453,464
========= =======
</TABLE>
Pro Forma Information
The Company follows Accounting Principles Board Opinion 25 "Accounting for Stock
Issued to Employees ("APB Opinion 25")" to account for warrants and options
issued to the president, officers and employees. Compensation cost is
recognized only when the option exercise price is less than the estimated market
value of the underlying stock on the date of the grant. Amortization of
compensation expense under APB Opinion 25 for the seven months ended December
31, 1998, the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997 and the period from inception
(October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998 amounted to $-0-, $102,349, $56,040
and $158,389, respectively.
Effective for the seven months ended December 31, 1998 and the years ended May
31, 1998 and 1997, the Company was required to adopt the disclosure provisions
of SFAS No. 123. This statement requires the Company to provide pro forma
information regarding net income or loss applicable to common shareholders and
net income or loss per share as if compensation cost for the Company's common
stock warrants and options had been determined in accordance with certain fair
value assumptions used for grants during the seven months ended December 31,
1998 and the years ended May 31, 1998 and 1997, as follows: no expected
dividend yield for all years, expected volatility of 149%, 90% and 110%; an
average risk free interest rate of 5.1%, 5.5% and 5.9% and an average expected
life of 4.8, 4.0 and 2.5 years, respectively.
Had compensation cost for the warrants and options issued during the periods
presented been determined based on fair value at the grant date, consistent
with the provisions of SFAS No. 123, the Company's net loss and net loss per
share would have increased to the pro forma amounts indicated below:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Inception
Seven (October 4,
Months Ended Year Ended May 31, 1993) Through
December 31, -------------------------- December 31,
1998 1998 1997 1998
------------- ----------- ------------ --------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net loss applicable to common stock:
As reported.............................. $7,980,815 $6,014,298 $ 9,528,473 $26,196,492
---------- ---------- ----------- -----------
Pro forma................................ $8,835,593 $6,127,976 $10,630,229 $28,266,704
---------- ---------- ----------- -----------
Basic net loss per share of common stock:
As reported.............................. $ (.27) $ (.35) $ (.89) $ (2.08)
---------- ---------- ----------- -----------
Pro forma................................ $ (.29) $ (.36) $ (1.00) $ (2.24)
---------- ---------- ----------- -----------
</TABLE>
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<PAGE>
GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Warrants Issued in Private Placements
During the year ended May 31, 1996, the Company issued warrants to purchase
869,003 shares of common stock in connection with three separate private
placements. As no warrants were exercised during the year ended May 31, 1997,
the following table summarizes activity associated with these warrants from that
date through December 31, 1998:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Exercise Price
-------------------------------
Weighted
Shares Range Average
------ -------------------- ---------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Balance, May 31, 1997................................................ 869,003 $ 1.00 - $ 2.00 $ 1.48
Exercised......................................................... (158,500) 1.00 - 1.00 1.00
---------
Balance, May 31, 1998................................................ 710,503 1.00 - 2.00 1.58
Exercised......................................................... (166,000) 1.00 - 1.00 1.00
Expired........................................................... (79,503) 1.00 - 1.00 1.00
---------
Balance, December 31, 1998........................................... 465,000 1.50 - 2.00 1.89
=========
</TABLE>
Outstanding warrants issued in private placements at December 31, 1998 were
comprised of the following:
Date Exercise Expiration
Granted Price Date Outstanding Vested
- ------- ---------- ---------- ----------- -------
7/31/95 $ 2.00 7/31/00 365,000 365,000
7/31/95 1.50 7/31/00 100,000 100,000
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465,000 465,000
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The basic net loss per share of common stock for all years presented in the
accompanying financial statements does not reflect the weighted average number
of shares that would be outstanding assuming exercise of these warrants as the
effect of such exercise would be anti-dilutive.
11. RELATED PARTIES
During the year ended May 31, 1998, the Company issued 1,000,000 shares of its
common stock to a director as compensation for capital raising efforts on behalf
of the Company.
In March 1998, the Company granted warrants to the president to purchase
4,000,000 shares of the Company's common stock at $.3125 per share. The
warrants vest annually on a ratable basis over a four year period and expire in
March 2003. At December 31, 1998, none of the warrants were vested or
exercisable.
On September 1, 1996, the Company granted common stock warrants to the president
to purchase 2,000,000 shares of the Company's common stock. In March 1998, the
Company cancelled these warrants and issued new warrants to purchase 1,709,091
shares and options to purchase 290,909 shares. All of the warrants and options
are immediately exercisable (see Note 10).
The Company incurred non-cash compensation expense via the issuance of common
stock to the president during the period from inception (October 4, 1993)
through December 31, 1998 as more fully described in Note 12.
The president provided working capital loans to the Company during 1996 and 1995
on an as needed basis. As of December 31, 1998, no loans were outstanding.
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
12. SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION
Non-cash compensation expense incurred during the period from inception (October
4, 1993) through December 31, 1998 was determined using the estimated fair
market value of the Company's common stock, common stock warrants, or common
stock options on the date such instruments were granted.
During the seven months ended December 31, 1998, the Company recognized $573,904
of non-cash professional services associated with the issuance of 1,000,000
shares of common stock to a director which vest over a one-year period.
During the seven months ended December 31, 1998, the Company recognized non-cash
compensation expense associated with the issuance of warrants and options for
professional services valued at $1,199,564.
During the year ended May 31, 1998, the Company incurred non-cash compensation
expense associated with the issuance of (i) 3,000,000 shares of common stock to
the ex-chairman of the board valued at $787,500, (ii) 889,940 shares of common
stock for professional services valued at $576,094, (iii) 826,140 shares of
common stock to key employees valued at $518,596, (iv) warrants and options for
professional services valued at $576,313, and (v) warrants to key employees
valued at $102,349.
During the year ended May 31, 1997, the Company incurred non-cash compensation
expense associated with the issuance, or the accrual to issue (i) 1,100,000
shares of common stock to the president valued at $2,262,500, (ii) 2,258,652
shares of common stock for professional services and expenses valued at
$4,440,425, (iii) 346,110 shares of common stock to key employees valued at
$743,612, (iv) warrants for professional services valued at $290,596, and (v)
warrants to key employees valued at $56,040.
For the period from inception (October 4, 1993) through December 31, 1998, the
Company incurred non-cash compensation expense via the issuance of (i) 1,432,580
shares of common stock to the president valued at $2,499,415, (ii) 3,000,000
shares of common stock to the ex-chairman of the board valued at $787,500, (iii)
4,432,548 shares of common stock for professional services and expenses valued
at $5,929,697, (iv) 1,172,250 shares of common stock to key employees valued at
$1,262,208, (v) warrants and options for professional services valued at
$2,066,473, and (vi) warrants to key employees valued at $158,389.
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities totalling $111,341 for professional
services and expenses were converted to common stock during the year ended May
31, 1997.
The Company issued 883,333 shares of Series A preferred stock in exchange for
computer software technology during the year ended May 31, 1996 (see Notes 4 and
9). During the seven months ended December 31, 1998, the preferred stock and
accrued dividends of $187,315 were converted to 883,333 and 31,219 shares of the
Company's common stock, respectively.
The Company issued 250,000 shares of its common stock in settlement of a note
payable in the amount of $471,257 during the year ended May 31, 1996.
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GK INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS,INC.
(A DEVELOPMENT STAGE ENTERPRISE)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
13. TRANSITION PERIOD COMPARABLE INFORMATION (UNAUDITED)
In August 1998, the Company changed its fiscal year end from May 31 to December
31. Therefore, the transition period ended December 31, 1998 includes seven
months of operations. Unaudited information for the comparable seven month
period of June 1, 1997 through December 31, 1997 is included below:
STATEMENT OF LOSS
Seven Months Ended
December 31, 1997
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Revenues................................................ $ -
Costs and expenses:
Professional services................................ 1,080,113
Employee compensation................................ 762,320
Depreciation and amortization........................ 502,449
President's compensation............................. 140,000
Other general and administrative..................... 313,393
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Net loss................................................ $(2,798,275)
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Basic Net Loss Per Share of Common Stock................ $ (.19)
===========
Weighted Average Number of Shares of Common Stock
Outstanding............................................ 14,766,045
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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
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Net loss...................................................................... $(2,798,275)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization............................................. 502,449
Issuance of common stock, warrants and options for various expenses....... 1,117,115
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Other current assets.................................................... 34,818
Accounts payable........................................................ 147,428
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Net cash used in operating activities................................. (996,465)
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Investing activities:
Purchased and developed software.............................................. (175,384)
Other capital expenditures.................................................... (14,520)
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Net cash used in investing activities................................. (189,904)
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Financing activities:
Proceeds from private placements and other share issuances.................... 720,814
Proceeds from borrowings...................................................... 150,000
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Net cash provided by financing activities............................. 870,814
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Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents....................................... (315,555)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period................................ 348,465
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of period...................................... $ 32,910
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EXHIBIT 23.1
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
GK Intelligent Systems, Inc.
Houston, Texas
We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration
Statement on Form S-8 of our report dated March 5, 1999, relating to the
financial statements of GK Intelligent Systems, Inc. appearing in the Company's
Transition Report on Form 10-KSB for the seven months ended December 31, 1998.
Our report contains an explanatory paragraph regarding the Company's ability to
continue as a going concern.
We also consent to the reference to us under the caption "Experts" in the
Registration Statement.
Houston, Texas
March 31, 1999
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