BLACKBAUD INC
For the period ended Dec 31, 2023. Filed Feb 21, 2024.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Organization
We are the leading software provider exclusively dedicated to powering social impact. Serving the nonprofit and education sectors, companies committed to social responsibility and individual change makers, our essential software is built to accelerate impact in fundraising, nonprofit financial management, digital giving, grantmaking, corporate social responsibility and education management. A remote-first company, we have operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica and the United Kingdom, supporting users in 100+ countries.
2. Basis of Presentation
Basis of presentation
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”).
Basis of consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Blackbaud, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Use of estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. On an ongoing basis, we reconsider and evaluate our estimates and assumptions, including those that impact revenue recognition, long-lived and intangible assets, income taxes, business combinations, stock-based compensation, capitalization of software development costs, our allowances for credit losses and sales returns, costs of obtaining contracts, valuation of derivative instruments, loss contingencies and insurance recoveries, among others. Changes in the facts or circumstances underlying these estimates could result in material changes and actual results could materially differ from these estimates.
Recently adopted accounting pronouncements
In September 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update 2022-04, Liabilities-Supplier Finance Programs (Subtopic 405-50): Disclosure of Supplier Finance Program Obligations("ASU 2022-04"). This update requires entities that use supplier finance programs in connection with the purchase of goods and services to disclose key terms of the programs and information about obligations outstanding at the end of the reporting period, including a rollforward of those obligations. The guidance does not affect the recognition, measurement, or financial statement presentation of supplier finance programs. We adopted ASU 2022-04 on January 1, 2023 and the adoption did not have a material impact on our condensed consolidated financial statements.
Recently issued accounting pronouncements
There are no recently issued accounting pronouncements that are expected to have a material impact on our financial position or results of operations when adopted in the future.
Summary of significant accounting policies
Revenue recognition
Our revenue is primarily generated from the following sources: (i) charging for the use of our software solutions in cloud and hosted environments; (ii) providing payment and transaction services; and (iii) providing Impact-as-a-Service™ digital educational content. Revenue is recognized when control of these services is transferred to our customers, in an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to be entitled to in exchange for those services.
We determine revenue recognition through the following steps:
Identification of the contract, or contracts, with a customer;
Identification of the performance obligations in the contract;
Determination of the transaction price;
Allocation of the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract; and
Recognition of revenue when, or as, we satisfy a performance obligation.
Our recurring revenue includes two components: contractual recurring and transactional recurring.
Contractual recurring
Contractual recurring revenue is primarily comprised of fees for the use of our subscription-based software solutions, which includes providing access to cloud solutions, Impact-as-a-Service™ digital educational content, online training programs and subscription-based analytic services. Contractual recurring revenue also includes fees from maintenance services for our on-premises solutions.
Contractual recurring revenue represents stand-ready performance obligations in which we are making our solutions or services available to our customers continuously over time or the value of the contract renews. Therefore, recurring revenue is generally recognized over time on a ratable basis over the contract term, beginning on the date that the solution or service is made available to the customer. Our recurring revenue contracts are generally for a term ofthree years at contract inception with three-year renewals thereafter, billed annually in advance and non-cancelable.
Transactional recurring
Transactional recurring revenue is comprised of transaction fees associated with the use of our solutions, including donation processing, tuition management, consumer giving and event-based usage.
Our payment services are offered with the assistance of third-party vendors. In general, when we are the principal in a transaction based on the factors identified in ASC 606-10-55-36 through 55-40, we record the revenue and related costs on a gross basis. Otherwise, we net the cost of revenue associated with the service against the gross revenue (amount withheld for the transaction fees) and record the net amount as revenue. For payment and transaction services, we have the right to invoice the customer in an amount that directly corresponds with the value to the customer of our performance to date. Therefore, we recognize revenue for these services over time based on the amount we withhold for the transaction fees in accordance with the 'as invoiced' practical expedient in ASC 606-10-55-18.
One-time services and other
One-time services and other revenue is primarily comprised of fees for one-time consulting, analytic and onsite training services and fees for retained and managed services contracts that we do not expect to have a term consistent with our cloud solution contracts.
We generally bill consulting services based on hourly rates plus reimbursable travel-related expenses. Fixed price consulting engagements are generally billed as milestones towards completion are reached. Revenue for one-time consulting services is generally recognized over time as the services are performed.
Fees for retained and managed services contracts are generally billed in advance and recognized over time on a ratable basis over the contract term, beginning on the date the service is made available to the customer.
Contracts with multiple performance obligations
Some of our contracts with customers contain multiple performance obligations. For these contracts, we account for individual performance obligations separately if they are distinct. The transaction price is allocated to the separate performance obligations on a relative standalone selling price basis. Standalone selling prices of our solutions and services are typically estimated based on observable transactions when the solutions or services are sold on a standalone basis.
Costs of obtaining contracts, contract assets and deferred revenue
We pay sales commissions at the time contracts with customers are signed or shortly thereafter, depending on the size and duration of the sales contract. Sales commissions and related fringe benefits earned by our sales force are considered incremental and recoverable costs of obtaining a contract with a customer. These costs are deferred and then amortized in a manner that aligns with the expected period of benefit, which we have historically determined to befive years. We determined the period of benefit by taking into consideration our customer contracts, including renewals, retention, our technology and other factors. We generally do not pay commissions for contract renewals that are commensurate with the commission paid on the initial contract. The related amortization expense is included in sales, marketing and customer success expense in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
A contract asset is recorded when revenue is recognized in advance of our right to receive consideration (i.e., we must satisfy additional performance obligations in order to receive consideration). Amounts are recorded as receivables when our right to consideration is unconditional (i.e., only the passage of time is required before payment of the consideration is due). Our contract assets are recorded within prepaid expenses and other current assets on our consolidated balance sheets. To the extent that our customers are billed for our solutions and services in advance of us satisfying the related performance obligations, we record such amounts in deferred revenue.
Sales taxes
We present sales taxes and other taxes collected from customers and remitted to governmental authorities on a net basis and, as such, exclude them from revenues.
Fair value measurements
We measure certain financial assets and liabilities at fair value on a recurring basis, including derivative instruments. Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. An active market is defined as a market in which transactions for the asset or liability take place with sufficient frequency and volume to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis. We use a three-tier fair value hierarchy to measure fair value. This hierarchy prioritizes the inputs into three broad levels as follows:
Level 1 - Quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets;
Level 2 - Quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets in markets that are not active, and model-derived valuations in which all significant inputs and significant value drivers are observable in active markets; and
Level 3 - Valuations derived from valuation techniques in which one or more significant inputs are unobservable.
Our financial assets and liabilities are classified in their entirety within the hierarchy based on the lowest level of input that is significant to fair value measurement. Changes to a financial asset's or liability's level within the fair value hierarchy are determined as of the end of a reporting period. All methods of assessing fair value result in a general approximation of value, and such value may never actually be realized.
Derivative instruments
We generally use derivative instruments to manage interest rate and foreign currency exchange risk. We view derivative instruments as risk management tools and do not use them for trading or speculative purposes. Our policy requires that derivatives used for hedging purposes be designated and effective as a hedge of the identified risk exposure at the inception of the contract. Accordingly, changes in fair value of the derivative contract must be highly correlated with changes in the fair value of the underlying hedged item at inception of the hedge and over the life of the hedge contract.
We record all derivative instruments on our consolidated balance sheets at fair value as either an asset or liability. If the derivative is designated as a cash flow hedge, the effective portions of the changes in fair value of the derivative are recorded in other comprehensive income and reclassified to earnings in a manner that matches the timing of the earnings impact of the hedged transactions. If the derivative is designated as a net investment hedge, the effective portions of the changes in fair value of the derivative are recorded to translation adjustment, a component of other comprehensive income, and recognized in earnings only when the hedged investment is liquidated. Ineffective portions of the changes in the fair value of cash flow hedges are recognized currently in earnings. See Note 10 to these consolidated financial statements for further discussion of our derivative instruments.
Cash and cash equivalents
We consider all highly liquid investments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less and cash items in transit to be cash equivalents.
Restricted cash due to customers; Customer funds receivable; Due to customers
Restricted cash due to customers consists of monies collected by us (or in transit) and payable to our customers, net of the associated transaction fees earned. Monies associated with amounts due to customers are segregated in separate bank accounts and used exclusively for the payment of amounts due to customers. This usage restriction is either legally or internally imposed and reflects our intention with regard to such deposits. Customer funds receivable consists of monies we expect to collect and remit to our customers.
Concentration of credit risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash due to customers and accounts receivable. Our cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash due to customers are placed with high credit-quality financial institutions. Our accounts receivable is derived from sales to customers. With respect to accounts receivable, we perform ongoing evaluations of our customers and maintain an allowance for credit losses based on historical experience and our expectations of future credit losses. As of and for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, there were no significant concentrations with respect to our consolidated revenues or accounts receivable.
Property and equipment
We record property and equipment assets at cost and depreciate them over their estimated useful lives using the straight-line method. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the lesser of the term of the lease or the estimated useful life of the asset. Upon retirement or sale, the cost of assets disposed of and the related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is credited or charged to earnings. Repair and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred.
Construction-in-progress primarily related to purchases of information technology assets which had not been placed in service at the respective balance sheet dates. We transfer these assets to the applicable property and equipment category on the date they are placed in service. There wasno capitalized interest applicable to construction-in-progress for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
Business combinations
We include the operating results of acquired companies as well as the net assets acquired and liabilities assumed in our consolidated financial statements from the date of acquisition. We are required to allocate the purchase price of acquired companies to the tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date based upon their estimated fair values. Goodwill as of the acquisition date represents the excess of the purchase consideration of an acquired business over the fair value of the underlying net tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed.
We apply significant judgement in estimating the fair value of intangible assets acquired, which involves the use of significant assumptions. Significant assumptions used in the valuation of customer relationships include future revenue and operating expenses, customer attrition rates, contributory asset charges, tax amortization benefit, and discount rates. Significant assumptions used in the valuation of certain developed technology assets include future revenue, proprietary technology obsolescence curve, royalty rate, and discount rate. Significant assumptions used in the valuation of marketing assets include assumptions about the period of time the brand will continue to be valuable, royalty rate, and discount rate. Significant assumptions used in the valuation of content intangible assets include cost-based assumptions. Our estimates of fair value are based upon assumptions we believe to be reasonable, but which are inherently uncertain and unpredictable, and unanticipated events and changes in circumstances may occur.
Goodwill
Goodwill represents the purchase price in excess of the net amount assigned to assets acquired and liabilities assumed by us in a business combination. Goodwill is not amortized, but tested annually for impairment on the first day of our fourth quarter, or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment arise.
Accounting guidance permits entities to first assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis to determine whether it is necessary to perform the quantitative impairment test. Significant judgment is required in the assessment of qualitative factors, including but not limited to an evaluation of macroeconomic conditions as they relate to our business, industry and market trends, as well as the overall future financial performance of identified reporting units and future opportunities in the markets in which we operate.
The quantitative impairment test compares the fair values of identified reporting units with their respective carrying amounts. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized in an amount equal to that excess. Based on our current internal reporting structure, we haveone operating segment, one reportable segment, andone reporting unit. In each of 2023, 2022 and 2021, we performed the quantitative impairment test, which indicated that the estimated fair values of the identified reporting units significantly exceeded their respective carrying values. There wereno impairments of goodwill during 2023, 2022 and 2021.
Intangible assets other than goodwill
We amortize finite-lived intangible assets over their estimated useful lives as follows.
| Basis of amortization | Amortizationperiod(in years) | |
|---|---|---|
| Customer relationships | Straight-line and Curve of Economic Benefit(1) | 10-17 |
| Marketing assets | Straight-line and Curve of Economic Benefit(1) | 14-15 |
| Developed technology | Straight-line and Curve of Economic Benefit(1) | 3-14 |
| Content | Straight-line | 9 |
(1)Certain of the customer relationships, marketing assets and developed technology assets are amortized on a curve that represents the expected period of economic benefit.
We write off the gross carrying amount and accumulated amortization balances for all fully amortized intangible assets. We evaluate the estimated useful lives and the potential for impairment of finite and indefinite-lived intangible assets on an annual basis or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate revised estimates of useful lives may be appropriate or that the carrying amount may be impaired. If the carrying amount of a finite-lived intangible asset is no longer recoverable based upon the undiscounted cash flows of the asset, the amount of impairment is the difference between the carrying amount and the fair value of the asset. All of our intangible assets were acquired in business combinations. See Note 6 to these consolidated financial statements for a discussion of our impairment of certain intangible assets during 2022. There wereno impairments of acquired intangible assets during 2023 and 2021.
Impairment of long-lived assets
We review long-lived assets for impairment when events change or circumstances indicate the carrying amount may not be recoverable. Events or changes in circumstances that indicate the carrying amount may not be recoverable include, but are not limited to, a significant decrease in the market value of the business or asset acquired, a significant adverse change in the extent or manner in which the business or asset acquired is used or significant adverse change in the business climate. If such events or changes in circumstances are present, the undiscounted cash flow method is used to determine whether the asset or asset group is impaired. See Note 6 to these consolidated financial statements for a discussion of our impairment of certain long-lived assets during 2023, 2022 and 2021.
Deferred financing costs and debt discount
Deferred financing costs included in other assets represent the direct third-party costs of entering into the revolving (line-of-credit) portion of our credit facility in October 2020 and portions of the unamortized deferred financing costs from prior facilities. These costs are amortized ratably over the term of the credit facility as interest expense.
Other debt issuance costs, as well as the debt discount associated with our 2021 Incremental Term Loan (as defined below), 2020 Credit facility (as defined below) and portions of the unamortized balances from prior facilities, are recorded as a direct deduction from debt. These costs are amortized over the term of the credit facility as interest expense.
Stock-based compensation
We measure stock-based compensation cost at the grant date based on the fair value of the award and recognize it as expense over the requisite service period, which is the vesting period.
We recognize the effect of awards for which the requisite service period is not rendered when the award is forfeited (that is, we recognize the effect of forfeitures in compensation cost when they occur). Previously recognized compensation cost for an award is reversed in the period that the award is forfeited. Income tax benefits resulting from the vesting and exercise of stock-based compensation awards are recognized in the period the unit or award is vested or option or right is exercised.
Income taxes
We make estimates and judgments in accounting for income taxes. The calculation of the income tax provision requires estimates due to transactions, credits and calculations where the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. Uncertainties arise as a consequence of the actual source of taxable income between domestic and foreign locations, the outcome of tax audits and the ultimate utilization of tax credits. To the extent actual results differ from estimated amounts recorded, such differences will impact the income tax provision in the period in which the determination is made.
We make estimates in determining tax assets and liabilities, which arise from differences in the timing of recognition of revenue and expense for tax and financial statement purposes. We record valuation allowances to reduce our deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. In assessing the adequacy of a recorded valuation allowance significant judgment is required. We consider all positive and negative evidence and a variety of factors including the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, historical and projected future taxable income, and prudent and feasible tax planning strategies. If we determine there is less than a 50% likelihood that we will be able to use a deferred tax asset in the future in excess of its net carrying value, then an adjustment to the deferred tax asset valuation allowance is made to increase income tax expense, thereby reducing net income in the period such determination was made.
We measure and recognize uncertain tax positions. To recognize such positions, we must first determine if it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon audit. We must then measure the benefit as the largest amount that is more than 50% likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Significant judgment is required in the identification and measurement of uncertain tax positions.
Foreign currency
Net assets recorded in a foreign currency are translated at the exchange rate on the balance sheet date. Revenue and expense items are translated using an average of monthly exchange rates. The resulting translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income.
Gains and losses resulting from foreign currency transactions denominated in currency other than the functional currency are recorded at the approximate rate of exchange at the transaction date in other income, net. For the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2021, we recorded net foreign currency losses that were insignificant and $1.6 million, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recorded a net foreign currency gain of $4.6 million.
Research and development
Research and development costs are expensed as incurred except as noted below under Software and content development costs. These costs include compensation costs for engineering and product management personnel, third-party contractor expenses, software development tools and other expenses related to researching and developing new solutions or upgrading and enhancing existing solutions that do not qualify for capitalization, and allocated depreciation, facilities and IT support costs.
Software and content development costs
We incur certain costs associated with the development of internal-use software and content, which are primarily related to activities performed to develop our cloud solutions and the development of online education curriculum to be delivered on the Company's cloud platform. Internal and external costs incurred in the preliminary project stage of internal-use software development and content are expensed as incurred. Once the software or content being developed has reached the application development stage, qualifying internal costs including payroll and payroll-related costs of employees who are directly associated with and devote time to the software or content project as well as external direct costs of materials and services are capitalized. Capitalization ceases at the point at which the developed software or content is substantially complete and ready for its intended use, which is typically upon completion of all substantial testing. Qualifying costs capitalized during the application development stage include those related to specific upgrades and enhancements when it is probable that those costs incurred will result in additional functionality. Overhead costs, including general and administrative costs, as well as maintenance, training and all other costs associated with post-implementation stage activities are expensed as incurred. In addition, internal costs that cannot be reasonably separated between maintenance and relatively minor upgrades and enhancements are expensed as incurred. In certain circumstances, content development costs are considered deferred costs, when ownership of developed content belongs to the customer.
Qualifying capitalized software and content development costs are amortized on a straight-line basis over the software asset's estimated useful life, which is generally three toseven years. We evaluate the useful lives of these assets on an annual basis and test for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances occur that could impact the recoverability of these assets. See Note 6 to these consolidated financial statements for a discussion of our impairment of certain capitalized software development costs during 2022. There wereno impairments of capitalized software assets during 2023 and 2021. We write off the gross carrying amount and accumulated amortization balances for all fully amortized capitalized software and content development cost assets.
Allowance for credit losses
Our accounts receivable consist of a single portfolio segment. Accounts receivable are recorded at original invoice amounts less an allowance for credit losses, an amount we estimate to be sufficient to provide adequate protection against lifetime expected losses resulting from extending credit to our customers. In judging the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses, we consider multiple factors including historical bad debt experience, the current aging of our receivables and current economic conditions that may affect our customers' ability to pay. A considerable amount of judgment is required in assessing these factors and if any receivables were to deteriorate, an additional provision for credit losses could be required. Accounts are written off after all means of collection are exhausted and recovery is considered remote. Provisions for credit losses are recorded in general and administrative expense.
Below is a summary of the changes in our allowance for credit losses.
| Years ended December 31,(in thousands) | Balance atbeginning of year | Provision/adjustment | Write-off | Recovery | Balance at end of year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,022 | $2,012 | $(2,539) | $601 | $6,096 |
| 2022 | 9,375 | 1,281 | (5,162) | 528 | 6,022 |
| 2021 | 9,016 | 4,483 | (4,565) | 441 | 9,375 |
The amount of write-offs during the year ended December 31, 2023 was lower than during the same periods in 2022 and 2021 as we experienced payment delays during those years related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Allowance for sales returns
We maintain a reserve for returns and credits which is estimated based on several factors including historical experience, known credits yet to be issued, the aging of customer accounts and the nature of service level commitments. A considerable amount of judgment is required in assessing these factors. Provisions for sales returns and credits are charged against the related revenue items.
Below is a summary of the changes in our allowance for sales returns.
| Years ended December 31,(in thousands) | Balance atbeginning of year | Provision/adjustment | Deduction | Balance at end of year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,296 | $2,488 | $(2,973) | $811 |
| 2022 | 1,780 | 4,785 | (5,269) | 1,296 |
| 2021 | 1,276 | 6,967 | (6,463) | 1,780 |
Advertising costs
We expense advertising costs as incurred, which were $14.0 million, $16.5 million and $7.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Restructuring costs
Restructuring costs include charges for the costs of exit or disposal activities. The liability for costs associated with exit or disposal activities is measured initially at fair value and only recognized when the liability is incurred.
Leases
We determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception. Operating leases are included in operating lease right-of-use ("ROU") assets, accrued expense and other current liabilities, and operating lease liabilities, net of current portion in our consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023 and 2022.
ROU assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. As most of our leases do not provide an implicit rate, we generally use our incremental borrowing rate in determining the present value of lease payments. Our incremental borrowing rate is based on the estimated rate of interest for collateralized borrowing over a similar term of the lease payments at the commencement date. We use the implicit rate when readily determinable. The operating lease ROU asset also includes any initial direct costs and lease payments made and excludes lease incentives. Our lease terms may include options to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option. Lease expense for lease payments related to our operating leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. We have lease agreements with lease and non-lease components, which are generally accounted for separately. We do not recognize short-term leases (those that, at the commencement date, have a lease term of 12 months or less) on our consolidated balance sheets. Variable lease payments, which are primarily comprised of common-area maintenance, utilities and real estate taxes that are passed on from the lessor in proportion to the space leased by us, are recognized in operating expenses in the period in which the obligation for those payments is incurred.
Loss contingencies
We are subject to the possibility of various loss contingencies, including legal proceedings and claims, that arise in the normal course of business, as well as certain other non-ordinary course proceedings, claims and investigations, as described in Note 11 to these consolidated financial statements. We record an accrual for a loss contingency when it is both probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. Often these issues are subject to substantial uncertainties and, therefore, the probability of loss and the estimation of damages are difficult to ascertain. These assessments can involve a series of complex judgments about future events and can rely heavily on estimates and assumptions that have been deemed reasonable by us. Although we believe we have substantial defenses in these matters, we could incur judgments or enter into settlements of claims that could have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows in any particular period.
Earnings (loss) per share
We compute basic earnings (loss) per share by dividing net (loss) income attributable to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing net income attributable to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares and dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share reflects the assumed exercise, settlement and vesting of all dilutive securities using the “treasury stock method” except when the effect is anti-dilutive. Potentially dilutive securities consist of shares issuable upon the exercise of stock options and stock appreciation rights and vesting of restricted stock awards and units. In periods where there are net losses and the inclusion of potentially dilutive securities would be anti-dilutive, diluted loss per share is the same as basic loss per share.
3. Business Combinations and Dispositions
2022 Disposition
Blackbaud FIMS™ and DonorCentral® NXT
On September 9, 2022, we sold our Foundation Information Management System ("FIMS") and DonorCentral NXT solutions to Fusion Laboratories, LLC for cash proceeds of approximately $6.4 million, subject to closing adjustments. During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recognized a noncash impairment charge of $2.0 million against certain insignificant FIMS customer relationship intangible assets that were then held for sale. The impairment charge was recorded in general and administrative expense in our consolidated statements of comprehensive loss.
2022 Acquisition
Kilter
On August 19, 2022, we acquired all of the outstanding stock of Kilter, Inc., a Delaware corporation, pursuant to an agreement and plan of merger, for approximately $2.9 million in cash, net of closing adjustments. In addition to the consideration paid at closing, we may be required to pay up to a maximum of $3.0 million in additional cash consideration if during the two-year period commencing January 1, 2023 Kilter meets certain application participation targets. As of December 31, 2023, a liability for the contingent consideration is recorded at its current estimated fair value of $1.4 million in other liabilities in our consolidated balance sheet. Any change in the fair value of the contingent liability, or any change upon final settlement, will be recognized in income from operations. Fair values were also assigned to the other assets acquired and liabilities assumed, primarily consisting of goodwill and a finite-lived developed technology intangible asset, which will be amortized over an estimated useful life of three years. We finalized the purchase price allocation of Kilter, including the valuation of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, during the third quarter of 2023. Insignificant acquisition-related costs, which primarily consisted of legal services, were recorded as general and administrative expense during the year ended December 31, 2023.
2021 Acquisition
EVERFI
On December 31, 2021, we acquired all of the outstanding equity securities, including all voting equity interests, of EVERFI, Inc., a Delaware corporation, pursuant to an agreement and plan of merger. We acquired the equity securities for approximately $441.8 million in cash consideration and 3,810,888 shares of our common stock, valued at approximately $301.0 million, for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $742.8 million, net of closing adjustments. The cash consideration and related expenses were funded primarily through cash on hand and new borrowings under the 2020 Credit Facility (as defined below). As a result of the acquisition, EVERFI became a wholly owned subsidiary of ours. The operating results of EVERFI have been included in our consolidated financial statements from the date of acquisition. During the year ended December 31, 2021, we incurred insignificant acquisition-related expenses associated with the acquisition, which were recorded in general and administrative expense. In accordance with applicable accounting rules, we determined that the impact of this acquisition was not material to our consolidated financial statements; therefore, revenue and earnings since the acquisition date and pro forma information are not required or presented. We finalized the purchase price allocation of EVERFI, including the valuation of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, during the fourth quarter of 2022.
4. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
The change in goodwill during 2023 consisted of the following:
| (dollars in thousands) | Total |
|---|---|
| Balance at December 31, 2022 | $1,050,272 |
| Adjustments related to prior year business combination(1) | 36 |
| Effect of foreign currency translation | 3,430 |
| Balance at December 31, 2023 | $1,053,738 |
(1)Represents immaterial measurement period adjustments during the year ended December 31, 2023 to the fair value of the Kilter assets acquired and liabilities assumed.
We have recorded intangible assets acquired in various business combinations based on their fair values at the date of acquisition. The table below sets forth the balances of each class of intangible asset and related amortization as of:
| December 31, | ||
|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 |
| Finite-lived gross carrying amount | ||
| Customer relationships | $570,104 | $569,009 |
| Marketing assets | 71,308 | 69,643 |
| Developed technology | 182,956 | 182,463 |
| Content | 17,900 | 17,900 |
| Total finite-lived gross carrying amount | 842,268 | 839,015 |
| Accumulated amortization | ||
| Customer relationships | (174,982) | (146,948) |
| Marketing assets | (11,985) | (8,371) |
| Developed technology | (69,386) | (46,571) |
| Content | (3,978) | (1,989) |
| Total accumulated amortization | (260,331) | (203,879) |
| Intangible assets, net | $581,937 | $635,136 |
During the year ended December 31, 2023, changes to the gross carrying amounts of intangible asset classes were primarily related to write-offs of fully amortized intangible assets and the effect of foreign currency translation.
Amortization expense
Amortization expense related to finite-lived intangible assets acquired in business combinations is allocated to cost of revenue on the consolidated statements of comprehensive income based on the revenue stream to which the asset contributes, except for marketing assets and non-compete agreements, for which the associated amortization expense is included in operating expenses.
The following table summarizes amortization expense of our finite-lived intangible assets:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Included in cost of revenue: | |||
| Cost of recurring | $51,079 | $47,085 | $33,132 |
| Cost of one-time services and other | 1,384 | 1,407 | 1,680 |
| Total included in cost of revenue | 52,463 | 48,492 | 34,812 |
| Included in operating expenses | 3,139 | 2,925 | 2,227 |
| Total amortization of intangibles from business combinations | $55,602 | $51,417 | $37,039 |
The following table outlines the estimated future amortization expense for each of the next five years for our finite-lived intangible assets as of December 31, 2023:
| Years ending December 31,(dollars in thousands) | Amortizationexpense |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 62,332 |
| 2025 | 65,873 |
| 2026 | 64,234 |
| 2027 | 60,038 |
| 2028 | 52,544 |
| Total | $305,021 |
5. Earnings (Loss) Per Share
The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands, except per share amounts) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Numerator: | |||
| Net income (loss) | $1,820 | $(45,407) | $5,698 |
| Denominator: | |||
| Weighted average common shares | 52,546,406 | 51,569,148 | 47,412,306 |
| Add effect of dilutive securities: | |||
| Stock-based awards | 1,174,936 | — | 818,132 |
| Weighted average common shares assuming dilution | 53,721,342 | 51,569,148 | 48,230,438 |
| Earnings (loss) per share | |||
| Basic | $0.03 | $(0.88) | $0.12 |
| Diluted | $0.03 | $(0.88) | $0.12 |
| Anti-dilutive shares excluded from calculations of diluted earnings (loss) per share | 45,614 | 1,046,307 | 974,110 |
Diluted loss per share for the year ended December 31, 2022 was the same as basic loss per share as there was a net loss in the period and inclusion of potentially dilutive securities was anti-dilutive.
6. Fair Value Measurements
Recurring fair value measurements
Financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis consisted of the following, as of the dates indicated below:
| Fair value measurement using | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets and Liabilities(Level 1) | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) | Total |
| Financial assets: | ||||
| Interest rate swaps | $— | $16,198 | $— | $16,198 |
| Total financial assets | $— | $16,198 | $— | $16,198 |
| Financial liabilities: | ||||
| Interest rate swaps | $— | $5,004 | $— | $5,004 |
| Foreign currency forward contracts | — | 536 | — | 536 |
| Contingent consideration obligations | — | — | 1,403 | 1,403 |
| Total financial liabilities | $— | $5,540 | $1,403 | $6,943 |
| Financial assets: | ||||
| Interest rate swaps | $— | $31,870 | $— | $31,870 |
| Foreign currency forward contracts | — | 247 | — | 247 |
| Total financial assets | $— | $32,117 | $— | $32,117 |
| Financial liabilities: | ||||
| Foreign currency forward contracts | $— | $323 | $— | $323 |
| Contingent consideration obligations | — | — | 2,710 | 2,710 |
| Total financial liabilities | $— | $323 | $2,710 | $3,033 |
Our derivative instruments within the scope of Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 815, Derivatives and Hedging, are required to be recorded at fair value. Our derivative instruments that are recorded at fair value include interest rate swaps and foreign currency forward contracts. See Note 10 to these consolidated financial statements for additional information about our derivative instruments.
The fair value of our interest rate swaps and foreign currency forward contracts are based on model-driven valuations using Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") rates and foreign currency forward rates, respectively, which are observable at commonly quoted intervals. Accordingly, our interest rate swaps and foreign currency forward contracts are classified within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. Our financial contracts that were indexed to LIBOR were modified to reference SOFR during the three months ended September 30, 2022. These modifications did not have a significant financial impact.
Contingent consideration obligations arise from business acquisitions. The fair values are based on discounted cash flow analyses reflecting a probability-weighted assessment approach derived from the likelihood of possible achievement of specified performance measures or events and captures the contractual nature of the contingencies, commercial risk, and the time value of money. As the fair value measurements for our contingent consideration obligations contain significant unobservable inputs, they are classified within Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy. See Note 3 to these consolidated financial statements for additional information about our contingent consideration obligations.
We believe the carrying amounts of our cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, trade accounts payable, accrued expenses and other current liabilities and due to customers approximate their fair values at December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, due to the immediate or short-term maturity of these instruments.
We believe the carrying amount of our debt approximates its fair value at December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, as the debt bears interest rates that approximate market value. As SOFR rates are observable at commonly quoted intervals, our debt under the 2020 Credit Facility (as defined below) is classified within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. The fair value of our fixed rate debt does not exceed the carrying amount.
We did not transfer any assets or liabilities among the levels within the fair value hierarchy during the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021.
Non-recurring fair value measurements
Assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis include long-lived assets, intangible assets, goodwill and operating lease ROU assets. These assets are recognized at fair value during the period in which an acquisition is completed or at lease commencement, from updated estimates and assumptions during the measurement period, or when they are considered to be impaired. These non-recurring fair value measurements, primarily for long-lived assets, intangible assets acquired and operating lease ROU assets, are based on Level 3 unobservable inputs. In the event of an impairment, we determine the fair value of these assets other than goodwill using a discounted cash flow approach, which contains significant unobservable inputs and, therefore, is considered a Level 3 fair value measurement. The unobservable inputs in the analysis generally include future cash flow projections and a discount rate. For goodwill impairment testing, we estimate fair value using market-based methods including the use of market capitalization and consideration of a control premium.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, we recorded noncash impairment charges of $5.6 million against certain operating lease ROU assets and $1.1 million impairment charges against certain property and equipment assets. See Notes 11 and 7, respectively, to these consolidated financial statements for additional details.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recorded noncash impairment charges of $2.3 million against certain previously capitalized software development costs, $2.0 million against certain insignificant customer relationship intangible assets that were held for sale, $1.0 million against certain operating lease ROU assets and insignificant impairment charges against certain property and equipment assets. See Notes 11 and 7, respectively, to these consolidated financial statements for additional details.
During the year ended December 31, 2021, we recorded noncash impairment charges of $3.6 million against certain operating lease ROU assets and $1.7 million against certain property and equipment assets. See Notes 11 and 7, respectively, to these consolidated financial statements for additional details.
There were no other non-recurring fair value adjustments during 2023, 2022 and 2021 except for certain business combination accounting adjustments to the initial fair value estimates of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date from updated estimates and assumptions during the measurement period. See Note 3 to these consolidated financial statements for additional details.
7. Property and Equipment and Software and Content Development Costs
Property and equipment
Property and equipment consisted of the following as of:
| Estimateduseful life(years) · December 31, | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) · 2023 · 2022 | |||||
| Land | — | $9,548 | $9,548 | ||
| Building | 39 | 61,284 | 61,284 | ||
| Building improvements | 7 - 20 | 11,720 | 10,874 | ||
| Equipment | 1 - 5 | 2,646 | 2,312 | ||
| Computer hardware | 1 - 5 | 50,064 | 47,886 | ||
| Computer software | 1 - 5 | 21,982 | 20,299 | ||
| Construction in progress | — | 1,611 | 3,500 | ||
| Furniture and fixtures | 2 - 7 | 3,187 | 3,264 | ||
| Leasehold improvements | Lesser of lease term or estimated useful life | 10,345 | 11,822 | ||
| Total property and equipment | 172,387 | 170,789 | |||
| Less: accumulated depreciation | (73,698) | (63,363) | |||
| Property and equipment, net | $98,689 | $107,426 | |||
Depreciation expense was $13.0 million, $14.1 million and $14.4 million for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, we recorded noncash impairment charges of $1.1 million against certain property and equipment assets. These impairment charges resulted primarily from our entry into a sublease in July 2023 for a portion of our Washington, DC office location, which we previously closed in February 2023 to align with our remote-first workforce strategy and are reflected in general and administrative expense on the statements of comprehensive income.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recorded insignificant noncash impairment charges against certain property and equipment assets. These impairment charges resulted primarily from our decision to cease using a portion of our leased office space and are reflected in general and administrative expense on the statements of comprehensive income.
During the year ended December 31, 2021, we recorded noncash impairment charges of $1.7 million against certain property and equipment assets. These impairment charges resulted primarily from our decision to close our Austin office and are reflected in general and administrative expense on the statements of comprehensive income.
Software and content development costs
Software and content development costs consisted of the following as of:
| Estimateduseful life(years) · December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) · 2023 · 2022 | |||
| Software development costs | 3 - 7 | $287,519 | $250,551 |
| Content development costs | 5 | 6,945 | 3,409 |
| Less: accumulated amortization | (134,270) | (112,937) | |
| Software and content development costs, net | $160,194 | $141,023 | |
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recorded noncash impairment charges of $2.3 million against certain previously capitalized software development costs that reduced the carrying value of those assets to zero. The impairment charges were reflected in general and administrative expense and cost of recurring revenue, respectively, on the statements of comprehensive income. These impairment charges resulted primarily from our decision to accelerate the end of customer support for certain solutions.
Other changes to the gross carrying amount of software and content development costs were primarily related to qualifying costs associated with development activities that are required to be capitalized under the internal-use software accounting guidance such as those for our cloud solutions and online education curriculum, write-offs of fully amortized assets, and the effect of foreign currency translation.
Amortization expense related to software and content development costs was $42.8 million, $36.8 million and $31.0 million for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively, and is included primarily in cost of recurring.
8. Consolidated Financial Statement Details
Restricted cash
| (dollars in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Restricted cash due to customers | $695,489 | $700,611 |
| Real estate escrow balances and other | 1,517 | 1,629 |
| Total restricted cash | $697,006 | $702,240 |
Prepaid expenses and other assets
| (dollars in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Costs of obtaining contracts(1)(2) | $62,377 | $74,272 |
| Prepaid software maintenance and subscriptions(3) | 35,169 | 34,766 |
| Derivative instruments | 16,198 | 32,117 |
| Implementation costs for cloud computing arrangements, net(4)(5) | 9,259 | 10,189 |
| Unbilled accounts receivable | 5,615 | 5,775 |
| Prepaid insurance | 3,940 | 4,902 |
| Taxes, prepaid and receivable | 3,418 | 1,855 |
| Deferred tax assets | 644 | 1,153 |
| Other assets | 13,702 | 10,929 |
| Total prepaid expenses and other assets | 150,322 | 175,958 |
| Less: Long-term portion | 51,037 | 94,304 |
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | $99,285 | $81,654 |
(1)Amortization expense from costs of obtaining contracts was $31.9 million, $33.6 million and $35.5 million for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively, and is included in sales, marketing and customer success expense in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
(2)The current portion of costs of obtaining contracts as of December 31, 2023 and 2022 was $25.3 million and $29.1 million, respectively.
(3)The current portion of prepaid software maintenance and subscriptions as of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 was $32.4 million and $31.7 million, respectively.
(4)These costs primarily relate to the multi-year implementations of our global enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management systems.
(5)Amortization expense from capitalized cloud computing implementation costs was $2.5 million, $2.2 million and $1.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Accumulated amortization for these costs was $7.7 million and $5.2 million as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Accrued expenses and other liabilities
| (dollars in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Taxes payable | $21,282 | $16,667 |
| Customer credit balances | 10,238 | 8,257 |
| Operating lease liabilities, current portion | 6,701 | 7,723 |
| Derivative instruments | 5,540 | 323 |
| Accrued commissions and salaries | 4,413 | 6,944 |
| Accrued transaction-based costs related to payments services | 4,323 | 5,059 |
| Accrued health care costs | 3,865 | 2,467 |
| Accrued legal costs | 3,659 | 28,448 |
| Accrued vacation costs | 2,452 | 2,156 |
| Contingent consideration liability | 1,403 | 2,710 |
| Other liabilities | 10,704 | 9,542 |
| Total accrued expenses and other liabilities | 74,580 | 90,296 |
| Less: Long-term portion | 10,258 | 4,294 |
| Accrued expenses and other current liabilities | $64,322 | $86,002 |
Other income, net
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Interest income | $8,821 | $1,746 | $392 |
| Currency revaluation (losses) gains | (36) | 4,635 | (1,644) |
| Other income, net | 4,076 | 2,332 | 1,432 |
| Other income, net | $12,861 | $8,713 | $180 |
9. Debt
The following table summarizes our debt balances and the related weighted average effective interest rates, which includes the effect of interest rate swap agreements.
| Debt balance at | Weighted averageeffective interest rate at | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 |
| Credit facility: | ||||
| Revolving credit loans | $114,100 | $177,800 | 7.52% | 5.18% |
| Term loans | 607,500 | 623,750 | 3.51% | 4.26% |
| Real estate loans | 56,745 | 58,189 | 5.22% | 5.22% |
| Other debt | 2,800 | 2,247 | 8.42% | 7.38% |
| Total debt | 781,145 | 861,986 | 4.24% | 4.52% |
| Less: Unamortized discount and debt issuance costs | 1,481 | 2,943 | ||
| Less: Debt, current portion | 19,259 | 18,802 | 7.02% | 6.45% |
| Debt, net of current portion | $760,405 | $840,241 | 4.17% | 4.48% |
2020 refinancing
In October 2020, we entered into a 5-year $900.0 million Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the “2020 Credit Facility”). The 2020 Credit Facility matures in October 2025 and replaced our 5-year $700 million credit facility entered into during June 2017 (the "2017 Credit Facility") by amending and restating it to include a $500.0 million revolving credit facility (the “2020 Revolving Facility”) and a $400.0 million term loan facility (the “2020 Term Loan”). Upon closing, we borrowed $400.0 million pursuant to the 2020 Term Loan and used the proceeds to repay the outstanding principal balance of the term loan under the 2017 Credit Facility, and repay $124.4 million of outstanding revolving credit loans under the 2017 Revolving Facility.
In connection with the amendment and restatement of the 2017 Credit Facility, the existing Pledge Agreement dated June 2, 2017, by us in favor of Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, was likewise amended and restated.
Summary of the 2020 Credit Facility
The 2020 Revolving Facility includes (i) a $50.0 million sublimit available for the issuance of standby letters of credit, (ii) a $50.0 million sublimit available for swingline loans, and (iii) a $100.0 million sublimit available for multicurrency borrowings.
Our obligations under the 2020 Credit Facility are secured by the stock and limited liability company interests of certain of our direct subsidiaries and any of our material domestic subsidiaries, if any, and the proceeds therefrom pledged pursuant to an Amended and Restated Pledge Agreement dated as of October 30, 2020, by us in favor of Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, for the ratable benefit of itself and the secured parties referred to therein.
The term loan under the 2020 Credit Facility requires periodic principal payments. The balance of the term loan and any amounts drawn on the revolving credit loans are due upon maturity of the 2020 Credit Facility in October 2025. We evaluate the classification of our debt as current or non-current based on the required annual maturities of the 2020 Credit Facility. We may prepay the 2020 Credit Facility in whole or in part at any time without premium or penalty, other than customary breakage costs with respect to certain types of loans.
The 2020 Credit Facility contains various representations, warranties and affirmative, negative and financial covenants customary for financings of this type. Financial covenants include a net leverage ratio and an interest coverage ratio. At December 31, 2023, we were in compliance with our debt covenants under the 2020 Credit Facility.
Under the terms of the 2020 Credit Facility, we are entitled on one or more occasions, subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions, to request an increase in the commitments under the Revolving Credit Facility and/or request additional incremental term loans in the aggregate principal amount of up to $250.0 million plus an amount, if any, such that the net leverage ratio shall be no greater than 3.25 to 1.00. At December 31, 2023, our available borrowing capacity under the 2020 Credit Facility was $384.5 million.
First Amendment to 2020 Credit Facility
On January 31, 2022, we entered into the First Amendment to Credit Agreement (the “Amendment”). The Amendment amended the 2020 Credit Facility to, among other things, (i) modify the definition of “Applicable Margin”, (ii) modify the net leverage ratio financial covenant to require a net leverage ratio of (A)4.00:1.00 or less for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2021 and for fiscal quarters ending thereafter through December 31, 2023 and (B)3.75:1.00 or less for the fiscal quarters ending March 31, 2024 and thereafter, (iii) reset the $250.0 million fixed dollar basket with respect to the accordion feature and (iv) modify certain negative covenants to provide additional operational flexibility.
LIBOR Transition Amendment
On August 26, 2022, we entered into a LIBOR Transition Amendment (the "LIBOR Amendment"). The LIBOR Amendment amended the 2020 Credit Facility, as previously amended, to change the interest rate benchmark from LIBOR to SOFR (as defined therein). The LIBOR Amendment did not change any terms of the 2020 Credit Facility unrelated to reference rate reform.
After giving effect to both the First Amendment and the LIBOR Transition Amendment, dollar denominated loans under the 2020 Revolving Facility and the 2020 Term Loan bear interest based on, at our election, either (a) the Base Rate (as defined below) or (b) Term SOFR (as defined below), in each case, plus an applicable margin. "Base Rate" is defined as a rate per annum equal to the highest of (i) the Federal Funds Rate plus 0.50%, (ii) the prime rate announced by Bank of America, N.A., and (iii) Term SOFR plus 1.00%. "Term SOFR" is defined as a rate per annum equal to the forward-looking term rate based on the secured overnight financing rate plus a credit sensitive adjustment of 0.11448% for a one month tenor,0.26161% for a three month tenor or 0.42826% for a six month tenor, as applicable, in each case, per annum. The applicable margin is adjusted quarterly based on our net leverage ratio and ranges from 0.375% to 1.50% for Base Rate loans and 1.375% to 2.50% for Term SOFR loans, in each case, per annum.
Sterling denominated loans under the 2020 Revolving Facility bear interest based on SONIA plus an applicable margin. "SONIA" is defined as a rate per annum equal to the Sterling Overnight Index Average Reference Rate published on the fifth Business Day preceding such date on the applicable Reuters screen page plus a credit sensitive adjustment of 0.0326% per annum. The applicable margin is adjusted quarterly based on our net leverage ratio and ranges from 1.375% to 2.50% per annum.
We also pay a quarterly commitment fee on the unused portion of the 2020 Revolving Facility from 0.250% to 0.50% per annum, depending on our net leverage ratio.
At December 31, 2023, the applicable margin for Term SOFR, SONIA and other Eurocurrency Rate loans under the 2020 Credit Facility was 1.625% and the commitment fee applicable to the 2020 Revolving Facility was 0.250%.
First Incremental Term Loan
On December 31, 2021, we entered into the First Incremental Term Loan Agreement (the "Incremental Amendment"). The Incremental Amendment amends the 2020 Credit Facility and, among other things, provides for a $250.0 million incremental term loan (the “2021 Incremental Term Loan”).
The 2021 Incremental Term Loan bears interest based on, at our election, either (a) the Base Rate (2021 Incremental) (as defined below), (b) Daily SOFR Rate (as defined below) or (c) Term SOFR (2021 Incremental) (as defined below), in each case, plus an applicable margin. "Base Rate (2021 Incremental)" is defined as a rate per annum equal to the highest of (i) the Federal Funds Rate plus 0.50%, (ii) the prime rate announced by Bank of America, N.A., and (iii) Daily SOFR Rate plus 1.00%. “Daily SOFR Rate” is defined as a rate per annum equal to secured overnight financing rate plus a credit sensitive adjustment of 0.10%. "Term SOFR (2021 Incremental)" is defined as a rate per annum equal to the forward-looking term rate based on the secured overnight financing rate plus a credit sensitive adjustment of 0.10% for a one month tenor,0.15% for a three month tenor or 0.25% for a six month tenor, as applicable, in each case, per annum. The applicable margin is adjusted quarterly based on our net leverage ratio and ranges from 0.375% to 1.50% for Base Rate (2021 Incremental) loans and 1.375% to 2.50% for Daily SOFR Rate loans and Term SOFR (2021 Incremental) loans, in each case, per annum. The 2021 Incremental Term Loan matures in October 2025, which is the maturity date of the existing term loan under the 2020 Credit Facility, and is otherwise subject to substantially the same terms and conditions as the existing term loan under the 2020 Credit Facility.
Financing costs
In connection with our entry into the 2020 Credit Facility, we paid $4.0 million in financing costs, of which $1.2 million were capitalized in other assets and, together with a portion of the unamortized deferred financing costs from the 2017 Credit Facility and prior facilities, are being amortized into interest expense over the term of the new facility. We recorded aggregate financing costs of $2.0 million as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of our debt liability, which related to debt discount (fees paid to lenders) and debt issuance costs for the 2020 Term Loan.
In connection with our entry into the 2021 Incremental Term Loan, we paid$3.1 million in financing costs which were recorded as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of our debt liability.
As of December 31, 2023, deferred financing costs totaling $0.6 million were included in other assets on our consolidated balance sheets.
Real estate loans
In August 2020, we completed the purchase of our global headquarters facility. As part of the purchase price, we assumed the Seller’s obligations under two senior secured notes with a then-aggregate outstanding principal amount of $61.1 million (collectively, the “Real Estate Loans”). The Real Estate Loans require periodic principal payments and the balance of the Real Estate Loans are due upon maturity in April 2038. At December 31, 2023, we were in compliance with our debt covenants under the Real Estate Loans.
Other debt
From time to time, we enter into third-party financing agreements for purchases of software and related services for our internal use. Generally, the agreements are non-interest-bearing notes requiring annual payments. Interest associated with the notes is imputed at the rate we would incur for amounts borrowed under our then-existing credit facility at the inception of the notes. Our assumption of these loans are noncash financing transactions and are reflected in our supplemental disclosure of cash flow information.
The following table summarizes our currently effective financing agreements as of December 31, 2023:
| (dollars in thousands) | Term in Months | Number ofAnnual Payments | First AnnualPayment Due | Original LoanValue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effective dates of agreements(1): | ||||
| December 2022 | 39 | 3 | January 2023 | $1,710 |
| January 2023 | 36 | 3 | April 2023 | 2,491 |
(1)Represent noncash investing and financing transactions during the periods indicated as we purchased software and services by assuming directly related liabilities.
The changes in supplier financing obligations during the years ended December 31, 2023, consisted of the following:
| (dollars in thousands) | Total |
|---|---|
| Balance at December 31, 2022 | $2,247 |
| Additions | 2,491 |
| Payments | (1,938) |
| Balance at December 31, 2023 | $2,800 |
As of December 31, 2023, the required annual maturities related to the 2020 Credit Facility, the Real Estate Loans and our other debt were as follows:
| Years ending December 31,(dollars in thousands) | Annualmaturities |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,259 |
| 2025 | 708,534 |
| 2026 | 1,969 |
| 2027 | 2,166 |
| 2028 | 2,374 |
| Thereafter | 46,843 |
| Total required maturities | $781,145 |
10. Derivative Instruments
We generally use derivative instruments to manage our interest rate and foreign currency exchange risk. We currently have derivatives classified as cash flow hedges and net investment hedges. We do not enter into any derivatives for trading or speculative purposes.
All of our derivative instruments are governed by International Swap Dealers Association, Inc. master agreements with our counterparties. As of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, we have presented the fair value of our derivative instruments at the gross amounts in the consolidated balance sheet as the gross fair values of our derivative instruments equaled their net fair values.
Cash flow hedges
We have entered into interest rate swap agreements, which effectively convert portions of our variable rate debt under the 2020 Credit Facility to a fixed rate for the term of the swap agreements. We designated each of the interest rate swaps as cash flow hedges at the inception of the contracts. As of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, the aggregate notional values of the interest rate swaps were $935.0 million and $435.0 million, respectively. All of the contracts have maturities on or before October 2028.
We have entered into foreign currency forward contracts to hedge revenues denominated in the Canadian Dollar ("CAD") against changes in the exchange rate with the United States Dollar ("USD"). We designated each of these foreign currency forward contracts as cash flow hedges at the inception of the contracts. As of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, the aggregate notional values of the foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges that we held to buy USD in exchange for Canadian Dollars were $29.9 million CAD and $22.6 million CAD, respectively. All of the contracts have maturities of 12 months or less.
Net investment hedges
We have entered into foreign currency forward contracts to hedge a portion of the foreign currency exposure that arises on translation of our investments denominated in British Pounds ("GBP") into USD. We designated each of these foreign currency forward contracts as net investment hedges at the inception of the contracts. As of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, the aggregate notional values of the foreign currency forward contracts designated as net investment hedges to reduce the volatility of the U.S. dollar value of a portion of our GBP-denominated investments was £13.2 million and £11.2 million, respectively.
The fair values of our derivative instruments were as follows as of:
| Asset derivatives | Liability Derivatives | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | Balance sheet location | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 | Balance sheet location | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 |
| Derivative instruments designated as hedging instruments: | ||||||
| Interest rate swaps, current portion | Prepaid expensesand other current assets | $16,198 | $— | Accrued expensesand other current liabilities | $— | $— |
| Foreign currency forward contracts, current portion | Prepaid expensesand other current assets | — | 247 | Accrued expensesand other current liabilities | 536 | 323 |
| Interest rate swaps, long-term | Other assets | — | 31,870 | Other liabilities | 5,004 | — |
| Total derivative instruments designated as hedging instruments | $16,198 | $32,117 | $5,540 | $323 | ||
The effects of derivative instruments in cash flow and net investment hedging relationships were as follows:
| Gain recognizedin accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income as of | Location of gain reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income intoincome (loss) | Gain (loss) reclassified fromaccumulated othercomprehensive (loss) incomeinto income (loss) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) · December 31,2023 · Year endedDecember 31, 2023 | |||
| Cash Flow Hedges | |||
| Interest rate swaps | $11,194 | Interest expense | $20,418 |
| Foreign currency forward contracts | $(235) | Revenue | $388 |
| Net Investment Hedge | |||
| Foreign currency forward contracts | $(301) | $— | |
| December 31,2022 · Year endedDecember 31, 2022 | |||
| Cash Flow Hedges | |||
| Interest rate swaps | $31,870 | Interest expense | $5,520 |
| Foreign currency forward contracts | $247 | Revenue | $165 |
| Net Investment Hedges | |||
| Foreign currency forward contracts | $(323) | $— | |
| December 31,2021 · Year endedDecember 31, 2021 | |||
| Cash Flow Hedges | |||
| Interest rate swaps | $7,160 | Interest expense | $(3,714) |
Our policy requires that derivatives used for hedging purposes be designated and effective as a hedge of the identified risk exposure at the inception of the contract. Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) includes unrealized gains or losses from the change in fair value measurement of our derivative instruments each reporting period and the related income tax expense or benefit. Excluding net investment hedges, changes in the fair value measurements of the derivative instruments and the related income tax expense or benefit are reflected as adjustments to accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) until the actual hedged expense is incurred or until the hedge is terminated at which point the unrealized gain (loss) and related tax effects are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to current earnings. For net investment hedges, changes in the fair value measurements of the derivative instruments and the related income tax expense or benefit are reflected as adjustments to translation adjustment, a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), and recognized in earnings only when the hedged GBP investment is liquidated. The estimated accumulated other comprehensive income as of December 31, 2023 that is expected to be reclassified into earnings within the next twelve months is $16.4 million. There wereno ineffective portions of our interest rate swap or foreign currency forward derivatives during the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021. See Note 14 to these consolidated financial statements for a summary of the changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component. We classify cash flows related to derivative instruments as operating activities in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
We didnot have any undesignated derivative instruments during 2023, 2022 and 2021.
11. Commitments and Contingencies
Leases
We have operating leases for corporate offices, subleased offices and certain equipment and furniture. As of December 31, 2023, we did not have any operating leases that had not yet commenced.
The following table summarizes the components of our lease expense:
| Year ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Operating lease cost(1) | $8,812 | $9,501 | $9,636 |
| Variable lease cost | 1,431 | 1,670 | 2,478 |
| Sublease income | (3,356) | (2,763) | (1,516) |
| Net lease cost | $6,887 | $8,408 | $10,598 |
(1)Includes short-term lease costs, which were immaterial.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, we recorded noncash impairment charges of $5.6 million against certain operating lease ROU assets. These impairment charges resulted primarily from our entry into a sublease in July 2023 for a portion of our Washington, DC office location, which we previously closed in February 2023 to align with our remote-first workforce strategy and are reflected in general and administrative expense on the statements of comprehensive income.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, werecorded noncash impairment charges of $1.0 million against certain operating lease ROU assets resulting primarily from our decision to cease using a portion of our leased office space. These charges are reflected in general and administrative expense on the statements of comprehensive income.
In October 2021, we made the decision to permanently close our fixed office locations (with the exception of our global headquarters facility in Charleston, South Carolina), effective in December 2021. This change was intended to align our real estate footprint with our transition to a remote-first workforce. We enter into arrangements for smaller more flexible workspaces where necessary. As a result, during the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, we reduced the estimated useful lives of our operating lease ROU assets for certain of our office locations we expected to exit. We recorded $5.3 million in incremental operating lease costs during 2021 related to this change in accounting estimate. For these same office locations, we also reduced the estimated useful lives of certain facilities-related fixed assets, which resulted in incremental depreciation expense of$1.7 million during 2021 (see Note 7 to these consolidated financial statements). During the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, we also recorded$3.6 million in impairments of operating lease ROU assets associated with certain leased office spaces we have ceased using as a result of our adjusted workforce strategy. These impairment charges are reflected in general and administrative expense.
Maturities of our operating lease liabilities as of December 31, 2023 were as follows:
| Years ending December 31,(dollars in thousands) | Operating leases |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,662 |
| 2025 | 7,703 |
| 2026 | 6,107 |
| 2027 | 6,207 |
| 2028 | 6,101 |
| Thereafter | 20,689 |
| Total lease payments | 55,469 |
| Less: Amount representing interest | 8,683 |
| Present value of future payments | $46,786 |
Our ROU assets and lease liabilities are included in the following line items in our consolidated balance sheet:
| (dollars in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating leases | ||
| Operating lease ROU assets | $36,927 | $45,899 |
| Accrued expenses and other current liabilities | $6,701 | $7,723 |
| Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion | 40,085 | 44,918 |
| Total operating lease liabilities | $46,786 | $52,641 |
The weighted average remaining lease terms and discount rates were as follows:
| (dollars in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 | December 31,2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating leases | |||
| Weighted average remaining lease term (years) | 7.7 | 8.5 | 8.9 |
| Weighted average discount rate | 4.70% | 4.63% | 4.68% |
Supplemental cash flow information related to leases was as follows:
| Year ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities: | |||
| Operating cash flows from operating leases(1) | $10,983 | $11,439 | $11,338 |
| Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations (non-cash): | |||
| Operating leases | 2,765 | — | 5,358 |
Other commitments
The term loans under the 2020 Credit Facility require periodic principal payments. The balance of the term loans and any amounts drawn on the revolving credit loans are due upon maturity of the 2020 Credit Facility in October 2025. The Real Estate Loans also require periodic principal payments and the balance of the Real Estate Loans are due upon maturity in April 2038.
We have contractual obligations for third-party technology used in our solutions and for other services we purchase as part of our normal operations. In certain cases, these arrangements require a minimum annual purchase commitment by us. As of December 31, 2023, the remaining aggregate minimum purchase commitment under these arrangements was approximately $257.6 million through 2027.
Solution and service indemnifications
In the ordinary course of business, we provide certain indemnifications of varying scope to customers against claims of intellectual property infringement made by third parties arising from the use of our solutions or services. We have not identified any losses that might be covered by these indemnifications
Legal proceedings
We are subject to legal proceedings and claims that arise in the ordinary course of business, as well as certain other non-ordinary course proceedings, claims and investigations, as described below. We record an accrual for a loss contingency when it is both probable that a material liability has been incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. If only a range of estimated losses can be determined, we accrue an amount within the range that, in our judgment, reflects the most likely outcome; if none of the estimates within that range is a better estimate than any other amount, we accrue the low end of the range. For proceedings in which an unfavorable outcome is reasonably possible but not probable and an estimate of the loss or range of losses arising from the proceeding can be made, we disclose such an estimate, if material. If such a loss or range of losses is not reasonably estimable, we disclose that fact. We review any such loss contingency accruals at least quarterly and adjust them to reflect the impacts of negotiations, settlements, rulings, advice of legal counsel and other information and events pertaining to a particular case. We recognize insurance recoveries, if any, when they are probable of receipt. All associated costs due to third-party service providers and consultants, including legal fees, are expensed as incurred.
Legal proceedings are inherently unpredictable. However, we believe that we have valid defenses with respect to the legal matters pending or threatened against us and intend to defend ourselves vigorously against all claims asserted. It is possible that our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows could be materially negatively affected in any particular period by an unfavorable resolution of one or more of such legal proceedings.
Security incident
As previously disclosed, we are subject to risks and uncertainties as a result of a ransomware attack against us in May 2020 in which a cybercriminal removed a copy of a subset of data from our self-hosted environment (the "Security Incident"). Based on the nature of the Security Incident, our research and third party (including law enforcement) investigation, we do not believe that any data went beyond the cybercriminal, has been misused, or has been disseminated or otherwise made available publicly. Our investigation into the Security Incident remains ongoing.
As a result of the Security Incident, we are currently subject to certain legal proceedings, claims and investigations, as discussed below, and could be the subject of additional legal proceedings, claims, inquiries and investigations in the future that might result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other resolution. To limit our exposure to losses related to claims against us, including data breaches such as the Security Incident, we maintain $50 million of insurance above a $250 thousand deductible payable by us. As noted below, this coverage reduced our financial exposure related to the Security Incident in prior years.
We recorded expenses and offsetting probable insurance recoveries related to the Security Incident as follows:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Gross expense | $53,426 | $57,614 | $40,561 |
| Offsetting probable insurance recoveries | — | (1,891) | (38,745) |
| Net expense | $53,426 | $55,723 | $1,816 |
The following summarizes our cumulative expenses, insurance recoveries recognized and insurance recoveries paid as of:
| (dollars in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 | December 31, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumulative gross expense | $161,431 | $108,005 | $50,391 |
| Cumulative offsetting insurance recoveries recognized | (50,000) | (50,000) | (48,109) |
| Cumulative net expense | $111,431 | $58,005 | $2,282 |
| Cumulative offsetting insurance recoveries paid | $(50,000) | $(50,000) | $(29,968) |
Recorded expenses have consisted primarily of payments to third-party service providers and consultants, including legal fees, settlement of the previously disclosed SEC and multi-state Attorneys General investigations (discussed below), settlements of customer claims and accruals for certain loss contingencies. Not included in the expenses discussed above were costs associated with enhancements to our cybersecurity program. We present expenses and insurance recoveries related to the Security Incident in general and administrative expense on our consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income and as operating activities on our consolidated statements of cash flows. Total costs related to the Security Incident exceeded the limit of our insurance coverage during the first quarter of 2022. We expect to continue to experience significant expenses related to our response to the Security Incident, resolution of legal proceedings, claims and investigations, including those discussed below, and our efforts to further enhance our cybersecurity measures. For full year 2023, we incurred net pre-tax expense of $53.4 million related to the Security Incident, which included $22.4 million for ongoing legal fees. It also includes settlements and additional accruals for loss contingencies of $31.0 million. Also, for full year 2023, we had net cash outlays of $78.0 million related to the Security Incident, which included ongoing legal fees, the $3.0 million civil penalty paid during the first quarter of 2023 related to the SEC settlement and the $49.5 million civil penalty paid during the fourth quarter of 2023 related to the multi-state Attorneys General settlement (discussed below). In line with our policy, legal fees are expensed as incurred. For full year 2024, we currently expect net pre-tax expense of approximately $5.0 million to $10.0 million and net cash outlays of approximately $8.0 million to $13.0 million for ongoing legal fees related to the Security Incident.
As of December 31, 2023, we have recorded approximately $1.5 million in aggregate liabilities for loss contingencies based primarily on recent negotiations with certain customers related to the Security Incident that we believe we can reasonably estimate in accordance with our loss contingency procedures described above. Our liabilities for loss contingencies are recorded in accrued expenses and other current liabilities on our consolidated balance sheets. It is reasonably possible that our estimated or actual losses may change in the near term for those matters and be materially in excess of the amounts accrued, but we are unable at this time to reasonably estimate the possible additional loss.
There are other Security Incident-related matters, including customer claims, customer constituent class actions and governmental investigations, for which we have not recorded a liability for a loss contingency as of December 31, 2023 because we are unable at this time to reasonably estimate the possible loss or range of loss. Each of these matters could, separately or in the aggregate, result in an adverse judgement, settlement, fine, penalty or other resolution, the amount, scope and timing of which we are currently unable to predict, but could have a material adverse impact on our results of operations, cash flows or financial condition.
Customer claims. To date, we have received approximately 260 specific requests for reimbursement of expenses, approximately 214 (or 82%) of which have been fully resolved and closed and approximately 39 (or 15%) are inactive and are considered by us to have been abandoned by the customers. We have also received approximately 400 reservations of the right to seek expense recovery in the future from customers or their attorneys in the U.S., U.K. and Canada related to the Security Incident, none of which resulted in claims submitted to us and are considered by us to have been abandoned by the customers. We have also received notices of proposed claims on behalf of a number of U.K. data subjects, which we are reviewing. In addition, insurance companies representing various customers’ interests through subrogation claims have contacted us, and certain insurance companies have filed subrogation claims in court, of which 3 cases remain active and unresolved. Customer and insurer subrogation claims generally seek reimbursement of their costs and expenses associated with notifying their own customers of the Security Incident and taking steps to assure that personal information has not been compromised as a result of the Security Incident. Our review of customer and subrogation claims includes analyzing individual customer contracts into which we have entered, the specific claims made and applicable law.
Customer constituent class actions. Presently, we are a defendant in putative consumer class action cases in U.S. federal courts (most of which have been consolidated under multi district litigation to a single federal court) and in Canadian courts alleging harm from the Security Incident. The plaintiffs in these cases, who purport to represent various classes of individual constituents of our customers, generally claim to have been harmed by alleged actions and/or omissions by us in connection with the Security Incident and assert a variety of common law and statutory claims seeking monetary damages, injunctive relief, costs and attorneys’ fees and other related relief.
Lawsuits that are putative class actions require a plaintiff to satisfy a number of procedural requirements before proceeding to trial. These requirements include, among others, demonstration to a court that the law proscribes in some manner our activities, the making of factual allegations sufficient to suggest that our activities exceeded the limits of the law and a determination by the court—known as class certification—that the law permits a group of individuals to pursue the case together as a class. If these procedural requirements are not met, the lawsuit cannot proceed as a class action and the plaintiff may lose the financial incentive to proceed with the case. We are currently engaged in court proceedings to determine whether this will proceed as a class action. Frequently, a court’s determination as to these procedural requirements is subject to appeal to a higher court. As a result of these uncertainties, we may be unable to determine the probability of loss until, or after, a court has finally determined that a plaintiff has satisfied the applicable class action procedural requirements.
Furthermore, for putative class actions, it is often not possible to reasonably estimate the possible loss or a range of loss amounts, even where we have determined that a loss is reasonably possible. Generally, class actions involve a large number of people and raise complex legal and factual issues that result in uncertainty as to their outcome and, ultimately, making it difficult for us to estimate the amount of damages that a plaintiff might successfully prove. This analysis is further complicated by the fact that the plaintiffs lack contractual privity with us.
Governmental investigations. We have received a Civil Investigative Demand from the office of the California Attorney General relating to the Security Incident and are in discussions with the Attorney General about potential resolution of issues arising from this investigation. Although we are hopeful that we can resolve this matter on acceptable terms, there is no assurance that we will be able to do so on terms acceptable to us and the State of California.
We also are subject to the following pending governmental actions:
an investigation by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (the "FTC"), as further described below; and
an investigation by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
We also responded to inquiries from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner in September 2020 and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada in October 2020.
As previously disclosed, on February 1, 2024, the FTC announced its approval of an Agreement Containing Consent Order (the “Proposed Order”) evidencing its settlement with the Company in connection with the Security Incident. Pursuant to its rules, the FTC placed the Proposed Order and related draft complaint on the public record for a period of 30 days for the receipt of public comments after which the FTC will consider any comments received from interested persons prior to determining whether and in what form to finalize the Proposed Order. The 30-day comment period is scheduled to expire on March 14, 2024. As part of the FTC’s proposed order, the Company has not been fined and is not otherwise required to make any payment. Furthermore, the Company has agreed to the FTC’s proposed order without admitting or denying any of the FTC’s allegations, except as expressly stated otherwise in the Proposed Order. If finalized, the settlement described in the Proposed Order will fully resolve the FTC investigation. Although we believe the Proposed Order will be finalized in substantially its current form, there can be no assurances as to whether that will occur or its timing.
Under the terms of the Proposed Order, we have agreed (i) to not misrepresent (a) the extent to which we maintain, use, delete or disclose certain customer information, (b) the extent to which we protect the privacy, security, availability, confidentiality or integrity of such information or (c) the extent of any security incident or unauthorized disclosure, misuse, loss, theft, alteration, destruction or other compromise of such information, and (ii) to delete certain data, adopt and make public certain record retention limits, establish, implement and maintain a specified information security program, obtain regular independent assessments of the mandated information security program, provide to the FTC specified certifications regarding our compliance with the Proposed Order, provide to the FTC reports of any future security incidents and create and maintain specified recordkeeping.
For more information, see the form of Proposed Order that was furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 2, 2024.
As previously disclosed, on October 5, 2023, we entered into separate, substantially similar Administrative Orders with each of 49 state Attorneys General and the District of Columbia relating to the previously announced 2020 Security Incident in which a cyber-criminal removed a copy of a subset of data from our self-housed environment. This settlement fully resolves the previously disclosed multi-state Civil Investigative Demand and the separate Civil Investigative Demand from the Office of the Indiana Attorney General relating to the Security Incident (the “Multi-state Investigation”), which is further described in the substantially similar Administrative Orders filed in each of the 49 states and the District of Columbia.
Under the terms of the Administrative Orders, we have agreed: (i) to comply with state consumer protection laws, data breach notification laws, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”); (ii) not to make misleading misrepresentations to our customers or the individuals whose data is stored by us concerning (a) the extent to which we protect the privacy, security, confidentiality, or integrity of certain data, (b) the likelihood that data impacted by a security incident may be subject to unauthorized access, disclosure, or other misuse, or (c) the data breach notification requirements; and (iii) to implement and improve certain cybersecurity programs and tools.
As part of the Administrative Orders, we also agreed to pay, and have paid, a total of $49.5 million to the 49 states and District of Columbia. We entered into the Administrative Orders without admitting fault or liability in connection with the matters subject to the Multi-state Investigation. The form of Administrative Order was furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 5, 2023.
As previously disclosed, on March 9, 2023, we reached a settlement with the SEC in connection with the Security Incident. This settlement fully resolves the previously disclosed SEC investigation of the Security Incident and is further described in an SEC cease-and-desist order (the “SEC Order”). Under the terms of the SEC Order, we have agreed to cease-and-desist from committing or causing any violations or any future violations of Sections 17(a)(2) and (3) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 13(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and Rules 12b-20, 13a-13 and 13a-15(a) thereunder. No other violations of the securities laws are alleged in the SEC Order. As part of the SEC Order, we also agreed to pay, and have paid, a civil penalty in the amount of $3.0 million. We consented to the entry of the SEC Order without admitting or denying the findings of the SEC Order, other than with respect to the SEC’s jurisdiction over the Company and the subject matter of the SEC Order. The SEC Order describing the settlement was furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and the SEC’s press release announcing this resolution was furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 9, 2023.
On September 28, 2021, the Information Commissioner’s Office in the United Kingdom under the U.K. Data Protection Act 2018 (the "ICO") notified us that it has closed its investigation of the Security Incident. Based on its investigation and having considered our actions before, during and after the Security Incident, the ICO issued our European subsidiary a reprimand in accordance with Article 58(2)(b) of the U.K. General Data Protection Regulation ("U.K. GDPR") due to our non-compliance, in the ICO's view, with the requirements set out in Article 32 of the U.K. GDPR regarding the processing of personal data. The ICO did not impose a penalty related to the Security Incident, nor did it impose any requirements for further action by us.
On September 24, 2021, we received notice from the Spanish Data Protection Authority that it has concluded its investigation of the Security Incident, pursuant to which our European subsidiary paid a penalty of €60,000 in relation to the alleged late notification of two Spanish data controllers regarding the Security Incident.
On January 15, 2021, we were notified by the Data Protection Commission of Ireland that it has concluded its investigation of the Security Incident without taking any action against us.
We continue to cooperate with all ongoing investigations, which include various requests for documents, policies, narratives and communications, as well as requests to interview or depose various Company-related personnel. As noted above, each of these separate governmental investigations could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other resolution, the amount, scope and timing of which we are currently unable to predict, but could have a material adverse impact on our results of operations, cash flows or financial condition.
12. Income Taxes
We file income tax returns in the U.S. for federal and various state jurisdictions as well as in foreign jurisdictions including Canada, the U.K., Australia, Ireland and Costa Rica. We are generally subject to U.S. federal income tax examination for calendar tax years 2020 through 2023 as well as state and foreign income tax examinations for various years depending on statutes of limitations of those jurisdictions.
The following summarizes the components of income tax expense (benefit):
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Current taxes: | |||
| U.S. Federal | $18,879 | $3,485 | $(2,499) |
| U.S. State and local | 12,331 | 5,708 | (257) |
| International | 8,982 | 7,283 | 6,570 |
| Total current taxes | 40,192 | 16,476 | 3,814 |
| Deferred taxes: | |||
| U.S. Federal | (18,303) | (16,880) | (4,615) |
| U.S. State and local | (5,895) | (9,319) | 222 |
| International | (170) | (445) | 1,964 |
| Total deferred taxes | (24,368) | (26,644) | (2,429) |
| Total income tax provision (benefit) | $15,824 | $(10,168) | $1,385 |
The following summarizes the components of income (loss) before provision for income taxes:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| U.S. | $(22,074) | $(91,493) | $(23,180) |
| International | 39,718 | 35,918 | 30,263 |
| Income (loss) before provision for income taxes | $17,644 | $(55,575) | $7,083 |
A reconciliation between the effect of applying the federal statutory rate and the effective income tax rate used to calculate our income tax provision is as follows:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
| Federal statutory rate | 21.0% | 21.0% | 21.0% |
| Effect of: | |||
| State income taxes, net of federal benefit | 20.0 | 1.5 | 4.4 |
| Change in foreign income tax rate applied to deferred tax balances | — | 0.1 | 42.6 |
| Change in state income tax rate applied to deferred tax balances | 7.1 | 1.8 | 2.3 |
| Nondeductible security incident-related fines or penalties | 35.7 | (8.7) | — |
| Section 162(m) limitation | 30.1 | (6.4) | 75.0 |
| Stock-based compensation | 13.4 | (6.3) | (36.2) |
| Change in valuation reserve (primarily state credit reserves) | 10.8 | (5.4) | 26.1 |
| GILTI inclusion | 9.3 | (2.6) | — |
| Foreign tax rate | 6.1 | 1.0 | (6.0) |
| Nondeductible meals, entertainment and transportation | 4.4 | (0.7) | 1.1 |
| Unrecognized tax benefit | 0.7 | 0.5 | (32.7) |
| Acquisition costs | — | — | 8.7 |
| Return to accrual adjustment | (8.3) | 1.4 | (4.2) |
| State credits, net of federal benefit | (9.1) | 7.2 | (32.6) |
| FDII benefit | (10.2) | 2.3 | — |
| Federal credits generated | (42.3) | 11.5 | (54.5) |
| Other | 1.0 | 0.1 | 4.6 |
| Income tax provision effective rate | 89.7% | 18.3% | 19.6% |
The increase in our effective income tax rate for year ended December 31, 2023, when compared to the same period in 2022, was primarily attributable to higher 2023 non-deductible accruals for loss contingencies related to the Security Incident and other non-deductible expenses and tax rate changes, partially offset by increased tax credits. Furthermore, our 2023 effective tax rate was negatively impacted by higher tax rates in foreign jurisdictions in which we operate which were predominantly due to UK tax rate increases. The year-on-year comparison is further impacted by 2023 pre-tax income versus prior year pre-tax loss.
The significant components of our deferred tax assets and liabilities were as follows:
| December 31, | ||
|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 |
| Deferred tax assets relating to: | ||
| Capitalized R&D and software costs | $47,351 | $12,166 |
| Federal, state and foreign tax credits | 39,260 | 50,194 |
| Stock-based compensation | 24,717 | 21,166 |
| Operating leases | 12,867 | 14,024 |
| Federal and state and foreign net operating loss carryforwards | 7,061 | 10,369 |
| Deferred revenue | 5,992 | 1,820 |
| Allowance for credit losses | 1,702 | 1,803 |
| Intangible assets | 1,050 | 561 |
| Accrued bonuses | 314 | 455 |
| Other | 2,982 | 6,293 |
| Total deferred tax assets | 143,296 | 118,851 |
| Deferred tax liabilities relating to: | ||
| Intangible assets | (160,172) | (161,836) |
| Costs of obtaining contracts | (13,870) | (16,287) |
| Operating leases | (9,865) | (11,721) |
| Fixed assets | (5,833) | (9,827) |
| Other | (8,342) | (9,016) |
| Total deferred tax liabilities | (198,082) | (208,687) |
| Valuation allowance | (37,862) | (34,769) |
| Net deferred tax liability | $(92,648) | $(124,605) |
As of December 31, 2023, our federal, foreign and state net operating loss carryforwards for income tax purposes were approximately $14.9 million, $3.8 million and $50.8 million, respectively. Of our federal net operating loss carryforwards, $12.4 million are subject to expiration beginning in 2024 while the remainder have an unlimited carryforward period. The state net operating loss carryforwards are subject to various applicable state tax laws. If not utilized, the state net operating loss carryforwards will expire over various periods beginning in 2024. Our foreign net operating loss carryforwards have an unlimited carryforward period. Our state tax credit carryforwards for income tax purposes were approximately $40.9 million, net of federal benefit. If not utilized, the state tax credit carryforwards will begin to expire in 2024. A portion of the foreign and state net operating loss carryforwards and state credit carryforwards have a valuation reserve due to management's uncertainty regarding the future ability to use such carryforwards.
The following table illustrates the change in our deferred tax asset valuation allowance:
| Years ended December 31,(dollars in thousands) | Balanceat beginningof year | Acquisition-relatedchange | Charges toexpense | Balance atend ofyear |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,769 | $— | $3,093 | $37,862 |
| 2022 | 31,974 | — | 2,795 | 34,769 |
| 2021 | 29,184 | 893 | 1,897 | 31,974 |
The following table sets forth the change to our unrecognized tax benefit for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Balance at beginning of year | $3,083 | $3,651 | $4,625 |
| Increases from current period positions | 762 | 629 | 1,751 |
| Increases from prior period positions | 101 | 89 | 6 |
| Decreases in prior year positions | (118) | (908) | (57) |
| Settlements (payments) | (160) | — | (1,192) |
| Lapse of statute of limitations | (428) | (378) | (1,482) |
| Balance at end of year | $3,240 | $3,083 | $3,651 |
The total amount of unrecognized tax benefit that, if recognized, would favorably affect the effective tax rate was $3.2 million at December 31, 2023. Certain prior period amounts relating to our 2014 acquisitions were covered under indemnification agreements and, therefore, had a corresponding indemnification asset. Due to lapse of statute of limitations, the indemnified unrecognized tax benefit was released in 2022 resulting in income tax benefit with offsetting expense included in pretax income from corresponding release of indemnification asset. We recognize accrued interest and penalties, if any, related to unrecognized tax benefits as a component of income tax expense. The total amount of accrued interest and penalties included in the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 was insignificant. The total amount of interest and penalties included in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income as an increase or decrease in income tax expense for 2023, 2022 and 2021 was insignificant.
We have taken federal and state tax positions for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits might decrease within the next twelve months. This possible decrease could result from the expiration of statutes of limitations. The reasonably possible decrease at December 31, 2023 was insignificant.
For our undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries, we concluded that these earnings would be permanently reinvested in the local jurisdictions and not repatriated to the United States except to the extent that said earnings are of previously taxed income. Accordingly, we have not provided for U.S. income taxes and foreign withholding taxes on those undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries.
13. Stock-based Compensation
Employee stock-based compensation plans
Under the 2016 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan Amended and Restated as of June 14, 2023 (the "2016 Equity Plan"), we may grant incentive stock options, nonstatutory stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock, restricted stock units, other stock awards and cash incentive awards to employees, directors and consultants. Our Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors administers this plan and the stock-based awards are granted under terms determined by it.
The total number of authorized stock-based awards available under our plan was 3,363,270 as of December 31, 2023. We issue common stock from our pool of authorized stock upon exercise of stock options and stock appreciation rights, vesting of restricted stock units or upon granting of restricted stock.
Recently, we have issued three types of awards under our plans: restricted stock awards, time-based restricted stock units, and performance-based restricted stock units. The following table sets forth the number of awards outstanding for each award type as of:
| Outstanding at December 31, | ||
|---|---|---|
| Award type | 2023 | 2022 |
| Restricted stock awards | 1,101,702 | 1,345,608 |
| Time-based restricted stock units | 607,100 | 455,708 |
| Performance-based restricted stock units | 1,209,515 | 1,104,260 |
Awards granted to our executive officers and certain members of management are subject to accelerated vesting upon a change in control as defined in the employees’ employment agreement or retention agreement.
Expense recognition
We recognize compensation expense associated with stock options and awards with performance or market based vesting conditions on an accelerated basis over the requisite service period of the individual grantees, which generally equals the vesting period. We recognize compensation expense associated with restricted stock awards and SARs on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of the individual grantees, which generally equals the vesting period. We recognize the effect of awards for which the requisite service period is not rendered when the award is forfeited (that is, we recognize the effect of forfeitures in compensation cost when they occur). Previously recognized compensation cost for an award is reversed in the period that the award is forfeited.
Stock-based compensation expense is allocated to cost of revenue and operating expenses on the consolidated statements of comprehensive income based on where the associated employee’s compensation is recorded. The following table summarizes stock-based compensation expense:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Included in cost of revenue: | |||
| Cost of recurring | $14,052 | $11,258 | $12,405 |
| Cost of one-time services and other | 2,606 | 3,178 | 7,547 |
| Total included in cost of revenue | 16,658 | 14,436 | 19,952 |
| Included in operating expenses: | |||
| Sales, marketing and customer success | 24,892 | 21,409 | 20,283 |
| Research and development | 30,780 | 24,207 | 27,080 |
| General and administrative | 55,432 | 50,242 | 53,064 |
| Total included in operating expenses | 111,104 | 95,858 | 100,427 |
| Total stock-based compensation expense | $127,762 | $110,294 | $120,379 |
The total amount of compensation cost related to unvested awards not recognized was $77.4 million at December 31, 2023. It is expected that this amount will be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.2 years.
Restricted stock awards
We have granted shares of common stock subject to certain restrictions under the 2016 Equity Plan. Restricted stock awards granted to employees vest in equal annual installments generally over three years from the grant date subject to the recipient’s continued employment with us. Restricted stock awards granted to non-employee directors vest after one year from the date of grant or, if earlier, immediately prior to the next annual election of directors, provided the non-employee director is serving as a director at that time. The fair market value of the stock at the time of the grant is amortized on a straight-line basis to expense over the period of vesting. Recipients of restricted stock awards have the right to vote such shares and receive dividends, if declared.
The following table summarizes our unvested restricted stock awards as of December 31, 2023, and changes during the year then ended:
| Restrictedstock awards | Weightedaveragegrant-datefair value | Aggregateintrinsic value(1)(in thousands) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unvested at January 1, 2023 | 1,345,608 | $68.09 | |
| Granted | 473,341 | 62.59 | |
| Forfeited | (106,634) | 66.37 | |
| Vested | (610,613) | 69.86 | |
| Unvested at December 31, 2023 | 1,101,702 | 64.92 | $95,518 |
The total fair value of restricted stock awards that vested during the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 was $42.7 million, $41.0 million and $38.5 million, respectively. The weighted average grant-date fair value of restricted stock awards granted during the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 was $60.90 and $77.39, respectively.
Restricted stock units
We have also granted restricted stock units subject to certain restrictions under the 2016 Equity Plan. Restricted stock units granted to employees vest in equal annual installments generally over three years from the grant date subject to the recipient’s continued employment with us. We have also granted restricted stock units for which vesting is subject to meeting certain performance conditions. The fair market value of the stock at the time of the grant is amortized to expense on a straight-line basis over the period of vesting except for awards with performance conditions, which are amortized on an accelerated basis over the period of vesting.
The following table summarizes our unvested, time-based restricted stock units as of December 31, 2023, and changes during the year then ended:
| Time-based restrictedstock units | Weightedaveragegrant-datefair value | Aggregateintrinsic value(1)(in thousands) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unvested at January 1, 2023 | 455,708 | $68.81 | |
| Granted | 367,913 | 61.37 | |
| Forfeited | (24,686) | 64.57 | |
| Vested | (191,835) | 70.53 | |
| Unvested at December 31, 2023 | 607,100 | 64.01 | $52,636 |
The total fair value of time-based restricted stock units that vested during the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 was $13.5 million, $9.3 million and $9.4 million, respectively. The weighted average grant date fair value of time-based restricted stock units granted for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 was $62.38 and $77.74, respectively.
The following table summarizes our unvested, performance-based restricted stock units as of December 31, 2023, and changes during the year then ended:
| Performance-based restrictedstock units | Weightedaveragegrant-datefair value | Aggregateintrinsic value(1)(in thousands) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unvested at January 1, 2023 | 1,104,260 | $64.94 | |
| Granted | 967,252 | 59.62 | |
| Forfeited | (72,428) | 60.12 | |
| Vested | (789,569) | 64.45 | |
| Unvested at December 31, 2023 | 1,209,515 | 61.29 | $104,849 |
The total fair value of performance-based restricted stock units that vested during the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 was $50.9 million, $50.5 million, and $44.9 million, respectively. The weighted average grant date fair value of performance-based restricted stock units granted for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 was $61.79 and $71.91, respectively.
14. Stockholders' Equity
Preferred stock
Our Board of Directors may fix the relative rights and preferences of each series of preferred stock in a resolution of the Board of Directors.
Stock repurchase program
Under our stock repurchase program, we are authorized to repurchase shares from time to time in accordance with applicable laws both on the open market, including under trading plans established pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and in privately negotiated transactions. The timing and amount of repurchases depends on several factors, including market and business conditions, the trading price of our common stock and the nature of other investment opportunities. The repurchase program does not have an expiration date and may be limited, suspended or discontinued at any time without prior notice. Under the 2020 Credit Facility, we have restrictions on our ability to repurchase shares of our common stock, which are summarized on page 56 in this report.
We account for purchases of treasury stock under the cost method. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we repurchased 221,836 shares for $18.8 million. The remaining amount available to purchase stock under the then approved stock repurchase program was $231.2 million as of December 31, 2023.
On January 17, 2024, our Board of Directors reauthorized, expanded and replenished our stock repurchase program by expanding the total capacity under the program from $250.0 million to $500.0 million available for purchase. Between January 1, 2024 and January 17, 2024, we repurchased $22.3 million under the prior authorization. Between January 18, 2024 and February 16, 2024, we repurchased an additional 7,114 shares for $0.6 million under the new authorization. The remaining amount available to purchase stock under the stock repurchase program was $499.4 million as of February 16, 2024.
Changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component
The changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component, consisted of the following:
| Years ended December 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), beginning of period | $8,938 | $6,522 | $(2,497) |
| By component: | |||
| Gains and losses on cash flow hedges: | |||
| Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) balance, beginning of period | $23,833 | $5,257 | $(3,101) |
| Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications, net of tax effects of $201, $(8,068) and $(1,982) | (271) | 22,772 | 5,617 |
| Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income | (20,806) | (5,685) | 3,714 |
| Tax expense (benefit) included in provision for income taxes | 5,402 | 1,489 | (973) |
| Total amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income | (15,404) | (4,196) | 2,741 |
| Net current-period other comprehensive (loss) income | (15,675) | 18,576 | 8,358 |
| Accumulated other comprehensive income balance, end of period | $8,158 | $23,833 | $5,257 |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment: | |||
| Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income balance, beginning of period | $(14,895) | $1,265 | $604 |
| Translation adjustment | 5,049 | (16,160) | 661 |
| Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income balance, end of period | (9,846) | (14,895) | 1,265 |
| Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income, end of period | $(1,688) | $8,938 | $6,522 |
15. Defined Contribution Plan
We have a defined contribution 401(k) plan (the "401K Plan") covering substantially all employees. Employees were able to contribute between 1% and 75% of their salaries in 2023, 2022 and 2021. We match 50% of qualified employees’ contributions up to 6% of their salary. The 401K Plan also provides for additional employer contributions to be made at our discretion. Total matching contributions to the 401K Plan for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 were $7.8 million, $9.3 million and $6.5 million, respectively.
There wereno discretionary contributions by us to the 401K Plan in 2023, 2022 and 2021.
16. Segment Information
Our chief operating decision maker is our chief executive officer ("CEO"). Our CEO uses consolidated financial information to make operating decisions, assess financial performance and allocate resources. We haveone operating segment andone reportable segment.
The following table presents long-lived assets by geographic region based on the location of the assets. For purposes of this disclosure, long-lived assets includes property and equipment, net and operating lease ROU assets.
| Years endedDecember 31, | ||
|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 |
| United States | $134,316 | $151,656 |
| Other countries | 1,300 | 1,669 |
| Total long-lived assets | $135,616 | $153,325 |
See Note 17 to these consolidated financial statements for information about our revenues by geographic region.
17. Revenue Recognition
Transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations
As of December 31, 2023, approximately$1.2 billion of revenue is expected to be recognized from remaining performance obligations. We expect to recognize revenue on approximately 50% of these remaining performance obligations over the next 12 months, with the remainder recognized thereafter.
We applied the practical expedient in ASC 606-10-50-14 and have excluded the value of unsatisfied performance obligations for (i) contracts with an original expected length of one year or less (one-time services); and (ii) contracts for which we recognize revenue at the amount to which we have the right to invoice for services performed (transactional revenue).
We also applied the practical expedient in ASC 606-10-65-1-(f)(3), whereby the transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations, or an explanation of when we expect to recognize that amount as revenue for all reporting periods presented before the date of the initial application, is not disclosed.
Contract balances
Our contract assets as of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 were insignificant. Our closing balances of deferred revenue were as follows:
| (in thousands) | December 31,2023 | December 31,2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Total deferred revenue | $394,927 | $385,236 |
The increase in deferred revenue during 2023 was primarily due to new subscription sales of our cloud solutions and progress in initiatives to bring our pricing in line with the market. Historically, due to the timing of customer budget cycles, we have an increase in customer contract renewals at or near the beginning of our third quarter. Generally, our lowest balance of deferred revenue during the year is at the end of our first quarter. The amount of revenue recognized during 2023 that was included in the deferred revenue balance at the beginning of the period was approximately$365 million. The amount of revenue recognized during 2023 from performance obligations satisfied in prior periods wasinsignificant.
Disaggregation of revenue
We sell our cloud solutions and related services in three primary geographical markets: to customers in the United States, to customers in the United Kingdom and to customers located in other countries. The following table presents our revenue by geographic area based on the address of our customers:
| Years endedDecember 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| United States | $945,580 | $896,116 | $777,333 |
| United Kingdom | 100,833 | 101,026 | 89,688 |
| Other countries | 59,019 | 60,963 | 60,719 |
| Total revenue | $1,105,432 | $1,058,105 | $927,740 |
The Social Sector and Corporate Sector market groups comprised our go-to-market organizations as of December 31, 2023. The following is a description of each market group as of that date:
The Social Sector market group focuses on sales to customers and prospects in the social sector, such as nonprofits, foundations, education institutions, healthcare organizations and other not-for-profit entities globally, and includes JustGiving; and
The Corporate Sector market group focuses on sales to customers and prospects in the corporate sector globally, and includes EVERFI and YourCause.
The following table presents our revenue by market group:
| Years endedDecember 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Social Sector | $954,845 | $907,197 | $889,755 |
| Corporate Sector | 150,587 | 150,908 | 37,985 |
| Total revenue | $1,105,432 | $1,058,105 | $927,740 |
The following table presents our recurring revenue by type:
| Years endedDecember 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| (dollars in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Contractual recurring | $738,351 | $709,097 | $601,397 |
| Transactional recurring | 333,169 | 302,636 | 279,453 |
| Total recurring revenue | $1,071,520 | $1,011,733 | $880,850 |
18. Subsequent Events
Stock Repurchase Program
On January 17, 2024, our Board of Directors reauthorized, expanded and replenished our existing stock repurchase program. The expansion raised the total capacity under the stock repurchase program from $250.0 million to $500.0 million available for repurchases. The program does not have an expiration date.
During December 2023 and January 2024, prior to the replenishment on January 17, 2024, we repurchased $41.1 million of our common stock under the stock repurchase program. Between January 18, 2024 and February 16, 2024, we repurchased $0.6 million. As of February 16, 2024, the remaining amount available to purchase stock under our repurchase program was $499.4 million. All of the Company's stock repurchases during the fourth quarter of 2023 and the first quarter of 2024 were made pursuant to an SEC Rule 10b5-1(c) trading arrangement.
Repurchases by the Company will be subject to available liquidity, general market and economic conditions, alternate uses for the capital and other factors. Stock repurchases may be made from time to time in open market transactions, in private transactions or otherwise in accordance with applicable securities laws and regulations and other legal requirements, including compliance with the Company’s finance agreements. There is no minimum number of shares that the Company is required to repurchase and the repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time without prior notice. All shares purchased will be held in the Company’s treasury for possible future use. The Company anticipates funding any stock repurchases from its cash flow from operations.
Additional information regarding the stock repurchase program reauthorization is contained in the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 22, 2024.
FTC Settlement
On February 1, 2024, the FTC announced its approval of a Proposed Order evidencing its settlement with the Company, subject to public review and comment, relating to the Security Incident. If finalized, this settlement will fully resolve the previously disclosed FTC investigation relating to the Security Incident, which is further described in the FTC’s Proposed Order.
Under the terms of the Proposed Order, the Company has agreed to certain conditions, which are reflected in their entirety in the Proposed Order. As part of the Proposed Order, the Company has not been fined and is not otherwise required to make any payment.
The Company has agreed to the Proposed Order without admitting or denying any of the FTC's allegations, except as expressly stated otherwise in the Proposed Order. For more information regarding this settlement or the Proposed Order, see Note 11 to these condensed consolidated financial statements. See also the Proposed Order, which was furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 2, 2024.
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