Vontier Corp

General

Vontier Corporation (“Vontier,” the “Company,” “we,” or “our”) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves, delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet.

Vontier Corporation is a Delaware corporation that was incorporated in 2019 in connection with the separation of Vontier from Fortive Corporation (“Fortive”) on October 9, 2020, as an independent, publicly-traded company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (the “Separation”). In this Annual Report on Form 10-K, the terms “Vontier” or the “Company” refer to either Vontier Corporation or to Vontier Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries, as the context requires.

The Company serves a diverse set of end markets across the mobility ecosystem, supplying a wide range of solutions spanning advanced environmental sensing and monitoring equipment, fueling equipment, field payment hardware, point-of-sale, workflow and monitoring software, vehicle tracking and fleet management, software platform for EV charging, alternative fuel dispensing solutions and vehicle service technicians’ equipment. Vontier markets its products and services to retail and commercial fueling operators, convenience store operators, car wash operators, commercial vehicle repair businesses, fleet owners/operators and electric vehicle charging network operators on a global basis.

Our research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service and administration operations are located in approximately 25 countries primarily across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and Latin America.

We are guided by our shared purpose to mobilize the future to create a better world and are united by a culture of continuous improvement and bias for actions that embody the Vontier Business System (“VBS”). Through rigorous application of our proprietary VBS set of growth, lean, and leadership tools and processes, we continuously improve business performance in the critical areas of innovation, product development and commercialization, global supply chain, sales and marketing and leadership development. Our commitment to VBS and goal of creating long-term shareholder value has enabled us to drive customer satisfaction and profitability, significant improvements in innovation, growth and disciplined acquisitions to execute our strategy and expand our portfolio into new and attractive markets. Through our VBS-led execution of our Connected Mobility strategy, we are accelerating the transformation to a connected, smart mobility ecosystem by creating enhanced and interconnected platforms throughout our segments.

Segments

In the first quarter of 2023, we realigned our internal organization to align with our strategy, resulting in changes to our operating segments. We now operate through three reportable segments comprised of three operating segments. Our three operating segments, and businesses within, are as follows:

•Mobility Technologies: Invenco by GVR, DRB, Teletrac Navman, ANGI and EVolve.

•Repair Solutions: Matco Tools.

•Environmental & Fueling Solutions: Gilbarco Veeder-Root.

The Company’s Global Traffic Technologies and Coats (formerly part of Hennessy) businesses, which were divested during April 2023 and January 2024, respectively, are presented in Other for periods prior to the divestitures.

Mobility Technologies provides digitally enabled equipment and operating software solutions to drive automation, productivity and compliance across the mobility ecosystem. Offerings include convenience retail operating platform, point-of-sale and payment solutions, remote diagnostics and site-management tools, IoT-based fleet telematics and workflow automation solutions, data analytics, operating software platform for electric vehicle charging networks and integrated solutions for alternative fuel dispensing. Mobility Technologies serves major markets with tailored solutions for customers based on their unique needs.

Invenco by GVR serves convenience retail stores and energy retailing providers globally. We provide a network of connected solutions including devices, software, APIs and services to improve productivity, automation, compliance and safety to help our customers deliver better consumer experiences, increase revenue yield and generate higher margins. Our end-to-end solutions ensure uninterrupted operations for our customers’ site covering forecourts, stores and other on-site services including quick service restaurants, car washes and EV charging. We have a large installed customer base with point-of-sale and self-checkout technology, payment processing and workflow software, payment terminals, site automation services, media capabilities, loyalty, remote site management, and fuel logistics offerings. Our universally compatible, modular, composable cloud-connected solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly with one-another as well as third-party offerings, enabling our customers to extend and rapidly deploy new features across their network. We believe we are uniquely positioned to deliver end-to-end technology solutions at-scale to customers, enabling them to manage changing consumer preferences, labor shortages, increasing site complexity and technology investments, and the rising cost of compliance.

DRB provides integrated technology solutions to the car wash industry. We provide an end-to-end technology platform combining embedded point-of-sale, workflow and monitoring software, customer support, digital marketing and payment facilitation services. Our car wash solutions are marketed under a variety of brands, including Patheon, SiteWatch, Suds, TunnelWatch, NoPileups, FastPass, Washify, InvoMax, Auto Data and Sage Microsystems. We serve individual customer sites and have long-standing relationships with the majority of the top 20 car wash platforms in North America. We believe that DRB’s market leading integrated technology, superior reliability, high customer retention and unique business model position us well to capitalize on numerous paths for accelerated growth, including customer consolidation, continued shift from full service to express car washes, increasing adoption of workflow technology-as-a-service, shorter upgrade cycles, labor challenges and water efficiency programs and usage restrictions.

Teletrac Navman offers telematics hardware and software solutions to commercial and government fleet operators. We provide vehicle tracking devices, telematics hardware and software solutions, and end-to-end sustainable fleet management solutions. Our global customer base leverages our suite of solutions for data-driven insights into fleet operations, vehicle and equipment maintenance and asset utilization to improve fleet safety and productivity, optimize business performance and deliver on sustainability or decarbonization commitments. We believe that our differentiated technology and software solutions are positioned to benefit from increasing regulations worldwide governing driver safety, hours of service, recording and monitoring requirements and the adoption of alternative fuels.

ANGI provides equipment, software and services to commercial and government fleet operators as well as retail gaseous full station developers and operators. Our full-site integrated solutions span compressed natural gas (“CNG”), renewable natural gas (“RNG”), hydrogen (H2) and biogas compression and dispensing. We offer scalable, modular systems, including dispensing, compression, storage, service, and automation solutions to support global fleet decarbonization. We believe our industry leading alternative energy fueling offerings strategically position us to capitalize on key market trends, including infrastructure buildout and decarbonization at scale.

EVolve, made up of our Driivz and Sparkion businesses, serves charge point operators and fleet operators, globally. Our interoperable electric vehicle charging and energy management platform solutions enable customers to facilitate EV charging economically at scale, secure energy resiliency and deliver on sustainability or decarbonization commitments. We believe our market leading technologies position us to capitalize on key market trends, including the investment in and adoption of electrified fleets, alternative fueling, and infrastructure buildout.

Customers in this segment choose suppliers based on several factors, including product features, performance and functionality, the supplier’s geographic coverage and the other factors described under “Competition.” Sales are generally made to independent distributors or through our direct sales personnel.

Repair Solutions comprises the Matco Tools business, a leading manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket vehicle repair tools, toolboxes, automotive diagnostic equipment and software through a robust network of mobile franchisees. Under the Matco Tools brand, we manufacture and distribute vehicle repair tools, toolboxes and automotive diagnostic equipment and software through our network of franchised mobile distributors, who purchase vehicle repair tools, equipment and services from us and resell primarily to professional mechanics directly.

To complement our offering of vehicle repair tools, we have developed a software as a service (“SaaS”) suite of diagnostic tools and software to enhance repair shop workflow and strengthen relationships with our customers. We also generate sales from initial and recurring franchise fees as well as various financing programs that include installment sales to franchisees. We believe that Matco Tools’ integrated workflow and diagnostic solutions are well positioned to capitalize on the increasing complexity of vehicles as advanced driver-assistance systems and other vehicle automation systems become prevalent.

Customers in this segment choose suppliers based on several factors, including relevant innovative features, convenience and the other factors described under “Competition.”

Environmental & Fueling Solutions is a leading manufacturer and provider of solutions to improve safety, environmental compliance and fueling efficiency globally. Through brands including Gilbarco, Veeder-Root, and Fafnir, we serve independent and company owned retail and commercial fueling operators with industry-leading environmental monitoring and leak detection systems, forecourt controllers, vapor recovery equipment and fuel dispenser systems for petroleum. Our large installed base of products provides a recurring revenue stream for aftermarket parts and service offerings. We believe our substantial scale and sophisticated technology offerings strategically position us to capitalize on key market trends, including fueling site consolidation and complexity, increasing regulatory requirements and global regulations, and aging infrastructure.

Customers in this segment choose suppliers based on several factors, including product features, performance and functionality, the supplier’s geographic coverage and the other factors described under “Competition.” Sales are generally made to independent distributors or through our direct sales personnel.

Research and Development

We conduct research and development activities for the purpose of developing new products, enhancing the functionality, effectiveness, ease of use and reliability of our existing products and expanding the applications for which uses of our products are appropriate. Research and development costs are expensed as incurred.

Materials

Our manufacturing operations employ a wide variety of raw materials, including electronic components, steel, plastics and other resins, cast iron, aluminum and copper. Prices of oil and gas affect our costs for freight and utilities. We purchase raw materials from a large number of independent sources around the world. No single supplier is material, although for some components that require particular specifications or qualifications, there may be a single supplier or a limited number of suppliers that can readily provide such components. We utilize a number of techniques to address potential disruption in and other risks relating to our supply chain, including in certain cases the use of safety stock, alternative materials and qualification of multiple supply sources.

During 2023, we experienced normalizing supply chain conditions, with the supply chain constraints that we experienced in 2022 for certain raw materials, including resins, semiconductors and electronic components, easing during the year. For a further discussion of risks related to the materials and components required for our operations, please refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

Intellectual Property

We own numerous patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets and licenses to intellectual property owned by others. Although in aggregate our intellectual property is important to our operations, we do not consider any single patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret or license to be of material importance to any operating segment or to the business as a whole. From time to time, we engage in litigation to protect our intellectual property rights. For a discussion of risks related to our intellectual property, please refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

Competition

We believe that we are a leader in many of our served markets. Although our businesses generally operate in highly competitive markets, our competitive position cannot be determined accurately since none of our competitors offer all of the same product and service lines or serve all of the same markets as we do. Because of the range of the products and services we sell and the variety of markets we serve, we encounter a wide variety of competitors, including well-established regional competitors, competitors who are more specialized than we are in particular markets, as well as larger companies or divisions of larger companies with substantial sales, marketing, research, and financial capabilities. We face increased competition in a number of our served markets as a result of the entry of competitors based in low-cost manufacturing locations and increasing consolidation in particular markets. The number of competitors varies by product and service line. Our management believes that we have a market leadership position in most of the markets we serve. Key competitive factors vary among our products and service lines but include the specific factors noted above with respect to each particular product or solution, and typically also include price, quality, performance, delivery speed, applications expertise, distribution channel access, service and support, technology and innovation, breadth of product, service and software offerings and brand name recognition. For a discussion of risks related to competition, please refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

Seasonal Nature of Business

General economic conditions impact our business and financial results, and certain of our businesses experience seasonal and other trends related to the industries and end markets that they serve. For example, capital equipment sales are often stronger in the fourth calendar quarter and sales to original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) are often stronger immediately preceding and following the launch of new products. However, as a whole, we are not subject to material seasonality.

Working Capital

We maintain an adequate level of working capital to support our business needs. There are no unusual industry practices or requirements relating to working capital items. In addition, our sales and payment terms are generally similar to those of our competitors.

Backlog

Backlog includes unfilled orders that are expected to be fulfilled in the next 12 months and the annual contract value of long-term contracts, including our SaaS product offerings. Backlog as of December 31, 2023 and 2022 was $626.0 million and $677.3 million, respectively. We expect that a majority of the unfilled orders as of December 31, 2023 will be delivered to customers within the first half of 2024. Given the relatively short delivery periods that are characteristic of most of our products, we believe that our backlog is indicative of short-term sales performance but not necessarily a reliable indicator of medium or long-term sales performance.

Human Capital Resources

The Company’s key human capital management objectives are to attract, motivate, retain and develop the highest quality talent, united by VBS and a common culture in pursuit of continuous improvement. To support these objectives, the Company’s human resources programs are designed to develop talent to prepare them for critical roles and leadership positions for the future; reward and support employees through competitive pay, comprehensive benefit and perquisite programs; enhance the Company’s culture through efforts aimed at making the workplace more engaging and inclusive; acquire talent and facilitate internal talent mobility to create a high-performing, diverse workforce and innovative culture; and invest in technology, tools, and resources to enable employees at work. We seek to continue to attract, develop and retain world-class leaders and employees globally and to drive their engagement with our customer-centric approach.

As of December 31, 2023, we employed approximately 8,000 persons, of whom approximately 3,900 were employed in the United States and approximately 4,100 were employed outside of the United States. Of our United States employees, approximately 850 were hourly-rated, unionized employees. Outside the United States, we have government-mandated collective bargaining arrangements and union contracts in certain countries, particularly in Europe where certain of our employees are represented by unions and/or works councils. The Company believes that its relationship with employees is good.

Some examples of key programs and initiatives that are focused to attract, motivate, develop and retain our diverse workforce include:

•Inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E). Our ID&E objectives are intended to build teams where employees feel empowered and able to be their authentic selves at work, while employing and supporting a diverse array of voices.

▪Champion diverse recruiting and promotions, specifically for underrepresented employees and candidates;

▪Sponsor eight employee-led Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), including Allies for Inclusion, Asian Pacific Islander Network Alliance, Black Network, La Vida!, myAbilities, Pride, Veterans and Women’s Guild, that represent and support the diverse communities that make up our workforce. Our ERGs have three pillars of focus: Development, Community and Recruiting. Our ERGs’ goals include the facilitation of networking and connections with peers, outreach, mentoring, leadership and skill development. In 2023, our ERGs continued to serve as a cornerstone for building allyship and fostering belonging by offering a range of multi-lingual learning opportunities including live events, micro-learning pathways, online self-paced modules, leader-led labs, and group coaching. Our 2023 ERG participation rate increased four times from 2022 participation rates; and

▪Our CEO took two pledges: the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion and The Valuable 500.

•Health, wellness and family resources. Our benefit offerings are designed to meet the varied and evolving needs of a diverse workforce across businesses and geographies. In 2023, we launched a new student loan repayment program in the U.S. that supports employee student debt relief. We also expanded our communications to employees by launching a new, interactive benefits website.

•Talent Development. We prioritize and invest in creating opportunities to help employees grow and build their careers, through a multitude of training and development programs. These include online, instructor-led and on-the-job learning formats as well as executive talent and succession planning paired with an individualized development approach. In 2023, we launched a skills-based digital badging program across the Company, which empowers employees to unlock their true potential and provide the Company with more capabilities to skills for now and the future.

•Community & Social Impact. We are committed to providing comfort to those in need and opportunity to those who want to improve their world. One primary way we do this is through our unique employee connection programs – Vontier Cares and Day of Caring. Throughout the year, employees make a positive impact in their local communities through volunteering and other support. In 2023, over 4,200 Vontier employees around the world participated in Day of Caring initiatives supporting disaster relief, education, and fighting hunger and homelessness.

•Safety. Our robust safety program prioritizes employee safety and wellbeing across all workplace environments. Established risk control best practices are used, in conjunction with employee input and engagement to create a “beyond compliance” mindset that is under constant review. Systematic management systems either meet or are working towards internationally recognized ISO:45001 management system accreditation, and performance indicators that are biased towards proactive actions are used to measure progress.

Government Contracts

Although the substantial majority of our revenue in 2023 was from customers other than governmental entities, we have agreements relating to the sale of products to government entities. As a result, we are subject to various statutes and regulations that apply to companies doing business with governments and government-owned entities. For a discussion of risks related to government contracting requirements, please refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

Regulatory Matters

We face extensive government regulation both within and outside the United States relating to the development, manufacture, marketing, sale and distribution of our products, software and services. The following sections describe certain significant regulations that we are subject to. These are not the only regulations that our businesses must comply with. For a description of the risks related to the regulations that our businesses are subject to, please refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

Environmental Laws and Regulations

Our operations and properties are subject to laws and regulations relating to environmental protection, including those governing air emissions, water discharges and waste management, and workplace health and safety. For a discussion of the environmental laws and regulations that our operations, products and services are subject to and other environmental contingencies, please refer to Note 18. Litigation and Contingencies to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report. For a discussion of risks related to compliance with environmental and health and safety laws and risks related to past or future releases of, or exposures to, hazardous substances, please refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

Export/Import Compliance

We are required to comply with various U.S. export/import control and economic sanctions laws, such as:

•the Export Administration Regulations administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, which, among other things, impose licensing requirements on the export, in-country transfer and re-export of certain dual-use goods, technology and software (which are items that have both commercial and military or proliferation applications);

•the regulations administered by the U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control, which implement economic sanctions imposed against designated countries, governments and persons based on United States foreign policy and national security considerations; and

•the import regulations administered by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Other nations’ governments have implemented similar export/import control and economic sanction regulations, which may affect our operations or transactions subject to their jurisdictions. For a discussion of risks related to export/import control and economic sanctions laws, please refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

International Operations

Our products and services are available in markets worldwide, and our principal markets outside the United States are in Europe and Asia Pacific. This geographic diversity allows us to draw on the skills of a worldwide workforce, provides greater stability to our operations, allows us to drive economies of scale, provides revenue streams that may help offset economic trends that are specific to individual economies and offers us an opportunity to access new markets for products. In addition, we believe that our future growth depends in part on our ability to continue developing products and sales models that successfully target high-growth markets, which we define as developing markets of the world experiencing extended periods of accelerated growth in gross domestic product and infrastructure, which include Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia Pacific (with the exception of Japan and Australia).

The manner in which our products and services are sold outside the United States differs by business and by region. Most of our sales in non-U.S. markets are made by our subsidiaries located outside the United States, though we also sell directly from the United States into non-U.S. markets through sales to various representatives and distributors and, in some cases, directly. In countries with low sales volumes, we generally sell to representatives and distributors.

Our business in Russia, Ukraine and Israel was not material to our results. We did not have any sales in Russia during the year ended December 31, 2023. Sales in Ukraine and Israel accounted for less than 60 basis points of our total sales for the year ended December 31, 2023.

Available Information

We maintain an internet website at www.vontier.com on which we make available free of charge our annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K and amendments to those reports, filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Exchange Act, as soon as reasonably practicable after filing such material with, or furnishing such material to, the SEC. Our internet site and the information contained on or connected to that site are not incorporated by reference into this Form 10-K. The SEC also maintains a website at www.sec.gov that contains reports, proxy statements and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC, including Vontier.