Mar 31, 2018
To the Members
The Directors have pleasure in presenting before you the Annual Report of the Company together with the Audited Financial Statements for the 24th financial year ended 31st March, 2018.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL SUMMARY/HIGHLIGHTS, OPERATIONS AND STATE OF AFFAIRS:
(Rs. in Lakhs)
Particulars |
2017-18 |
2016-17 |
Gross Income |
31,613.58 |
25,232.62 |
Profit Before Interest and Depreciation |
4,391.51 |
1,474.31 |
Finance Charges |
171.08 |
146.53 |
Gross Profit |
4,220.43 |
1,327.78 |
Provision for Depreciation |
30.49 |
17.01 |
Profit before exceptional and extraordinary items and tax |
4,189.94 |
1,310.77 |
Exceptional Items |
0 |
0 |
Provision for Tax |
732.70 |
96.02 |
Net Profit After Tax |
3,457.24 |
1,214.76 |
Other Comprehensive Income |
3.08 |
-27.19 |
Total Comprahensive Income |
3,460.32 |
1,187.55 |
Total Comprehensive Income Attributable to |
||
a) Owners |
3,242.33 |
1,100.63 |
b) Non-Controlling Interest |
217.99 |
86.93 |
Earnings per Equity Share of Rs 10/- each |
||
Basic |
2.75 |
1.12 |
Diluted |
2.73 |
1.12 |
1. PERFORMANCE OF THE COMPANY:
Your Company works closely with leading MNC technology vendors such as Dell EMC, HPI, HPE, Fujitsu, Intel, Hitachi, Fortinet, Checkpoint, Extreme Networks, Lenovo, Acer, Canon, TVSE, Brother, Samsung, Xerox, Radware, VMware, RHEL, Microsoft etc to name a few. Cerebra can design, supply, implement and maintain IT infrastructure for SMEs as well as large enterprises successfully. Cerebra can successfully help customers with their IT requirements with its technical competencies and strategic tie-ups as well as sourcing abilities. Cerebra has also built a very strong team to successfully execute large size multi location delivery, installation and deployment of IT infrastructure products as well as services. Your Company is now a Platinum Partner for Dell EMC.
Your Company''s continued focus on research labs, airports, defence, PSUs, PSBs, etc has been enviably significant and on the Company successfully has been executing orders from PSU, ISRO, defence labs, various departments under the Government of Karnataka police, judiciary, NIMHANS, private education institutions to name a few.
In addition, your Company has been acquiring new customers in the SMB, retail, manufacturing and healthcare segments. Your Company also has been considered as a preferred vendor by many of these organizations. Cerebra has also strengthened its relationships with leading MNC OEM Brands and established itself as a key player especially in Govt, education, healthcare, defence, space and research lab segments while we stay focused on making a mark in other state and central government departments/bodies/PSUs and private enterprise companies.
Cerebra has recently completed execution of a few prestigious projects related to modernisation and augmentation of IT infrastructure in police, courts, revenue and treasury departments across the state.
With incremental focus and engagement in network security, backup and security & surveillance opportunities, the Company is looking to further strengthen the offerings.
ELECTRONIC MANUFACTURING SERVICES:
Performance of the division is very good and has added new customers this year also and retained existing clients who have consistently increased the current orders. This division is currently rated as one of the Top Vendors. Domestic market has increased and the division has confirmed orders. Your Company is already looking to expand by adding one or two SMT lines in the upcoming financial year which will automatically increase production.
E-WASTE RECYCLING BUSINESS:
The plant is fully functional and is processing E-waste. A new line of business EPR or Extended Producer Responsibility - Organisation has been added to the current portfolio wherein Cerebra will be the Producer Responsibility Organization for large and medium manufacturers of IT Products, White Goods such as TV, Fridge, Washing Machines and other electrical and electronic products. Cerebra has applied for a i.e., producers license with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and is awaiting its authorisation. Cerebra is gearing up its marketing efforts and building a large infrastructure for collection of WEEE and white goods by appointing both channel and dealer network and also collects direct through its representatives. It is in talks with large logistics and reverse logistics providers for collection PAN India and transportation of goods to its state of the art facility at Narasapura, Kolar District.
INDUSTRY STRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENTS
Cerebra Middle East FZO Dubai
Cerebra Middle East has seen an encouraging growth in FY 17-18 both in terms of a 29% increase in revenue as well as an expansion of its channel partner base in the Middle East. CME closed the financial year with a revenue of USD 20.8 Millions as against USD 16.3 Millions last year with a Net Profit Ratio of 14.1 %. Being focused on profitability and market expansion, the last year there was an increase in channel partner to about 150 partners though UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt, Central & Eastern Africa. CME also increased its vendor portfolio by onboarding market leaders like Rassilient and Promise into its Surveillance Security product portfolio along with Actifio in its ICT portfolio. The Security Solutions division launched 3 years ago is now rolling out best in class solutions in the Surveillance Security domain through the region. CME''s services initiative C:\Serve performed beyond expectations. CME now has a vast experience in providing top class contingent workforce management services and exceeding client expectations through highly effective processes for recruiting, screening, testing, and consultant management. Many clients of your Company regularly seekadvice for making changes to their internal IT Staffing and Vendor Management Programs. Over the years, your Company formulated strategies, processes and in-house IT systems - enabling our sourcing engine to mature into one of the strongest in the line of business. CME has also appointed a professional to take expand Cerebra''s Electronic Waste & Recycling business into Middle East and Africa.
In the financial year 2017-18, CME not only increased its footprint in the Middle Eastern markets but also put forward its first step into developing markets like Africa. During the previous year, there were some prestigious orders from Enterprise customers like Qatar Petroleum, Meraas Holding, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Police, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Sharjah Islamic Bank etc. through CME''s established Enterprise channel. CME''s focus area for the financial year 2018-19 would be channel growth, channel enablement, loyalty programs and a substantial increase in its vendor and solutions portfolio. There will be a special focus on the Surveillance Security and Services business. There would be increase in CME''s industry specific portfolio coverage with storage, infrastructure and security solutions for the Oil and Gas, Banking, Healthcare, Telco, Media, Education, Retail & Hospitality verticals. E-Waste & Recycling Management Division will also be expanded for the Middle East & Africa markets in the upcoming years.
2. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS:
There were no material changes and commitments which occurred, affecting the financial position of the Company between 31st March, 2018 and the date on which this report has been signed.
3. CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS:
The Company continues to focus on the strength of ESD, EMS and E-Waste and in addition, the Company will be focusing on the High End Servers, Large Data Storage etc.
4. DIVIDEND:
With the view to conserve the resources of the Company, the Directors are not recommending any dividend.
5. AMOUNTS TRANSFERRED TO RESERVES:
The Board of the Company has proposed not to transfer any funds to its reserves.
6. CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL:
Authorized Share Capital
There were changes in the Authorised Share Capital of the Company during the financial year 2017-18 as follows:
The Authorised Share Capital of the Company has been increased from Rs. 110,20,00,000 (Rupees Hundred and Ten Crores Twenty Lakhs only) divided into 11,02,00,000 (Eleven Crores Two Lakhs) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each to Rs. 126,00,00,000 (Rupees One Hundred and Twenty Six Crores only) divided into 12,60,00,000 (Twelve Crores Sixty Lakhs) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupee Ten only) each by additionally creating 1,58,00,000 (One Crores Fifty Eight Lakhs) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each in the Extra Ordinary General Meeting of the Company held on 28th April, 2017.
Paidup Share Capital
During the financial year 2017-18, the Paid up Share Capital of the Company has been increased from Rs. 108,49,66,320/- (Rupees One Hundred and Eight Crores Fortynine Lakhs Sixty Six Thousand Three Hundred and Twenty only) divided into 10,84,86,482 (Ten Crores Eighty Four Lakhs EithtySix Thousnad Four Hundred and Eighty Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) to Rs. 1,20,39,66,320 (Rupees Hundred and Twenty Crores Thirty nine Lakhs Sixty six Thousand Three Hundred and Twenty only) divided into 12,04,06,782 (Twelve Crores Four Lakhs Six Thousnad Seven Hundred and Eighty Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) pursuant to allotment of 1,19,00,000 Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each at a premium of Rs. 30/- (Rupees Thirty only) each on preferential basis to Strategic Investor, Kuber Global Fund, a company incorporated in the Republic of Mauritius on 22nd June 2017.
Allotment of Warrants:
Pursuant to the Special Resolution passed by the Shareholders at the Extra Ordinary General Meeting of the Company held on 28th April, 2017, the Company has allotted 53,00,000 Warrants convertible into Equity Shares at nominal value of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each at a premium of Rs. 30/- (Rupees Thirty only) per Share to certain Promoters on certain terms and conditions agreed upon.
Disclosure regarding Issue of Equity Shares with Differential Voting Rights
During the financial year under review, the Company has not issued any Shares with Differential Voting Rights.
Disclosure regarding issue of Employee Stock Options:
During the financial year under review, the Company has not issued any Employee Stock Options.
Disclosure regarding issue of Sweat Equity Shares:
During the financial year under review, the Company has not issued Sweat Equity Shares.
7. CAPITAL INVESTMENTS
Capital Investments during the financial year 2017-18 was at Rs. 2,384.69 Lakhs (Net of capital work-in-progress and capital advances) (2016-17) is Rs. 2,400.37 Lakhs).
BOARD MEETINGS:
The Meetings of the Board are held at regular intervals with a time gap of not more than 120 days between two consecutive Meetings. During the financial year under review Six (6) Meetings were held on 29th May 2017, 22nd June 2017, 14th September 2018, 1st November 2017, 30th November 2017 and 12th February 2018.
The Agenda of the Meeting is circulated to the Directors in advance. Minutes of the Meetings of the Board of Directors are circulated amongst the Members of the Board for their perusal.
The details of other Committee Meetings held during the financial year 2017-18 are given in the Corporate Governance Report.
8. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANANGERIAL PERSONNEL:
In terms of the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Articles of Association of the Company Mr. Shridhar S. Hegde (holding DIN: 01247342) Whole Time Director, retires by rotation at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting and being eligible offer himself for re-appointment.
Mr. Riyaz Suterwalla (DIN: 07866056) was appointed as Additional Director (Non Executive and Non Independent) of the Company with effect from 14th September, 2017 and his appointment will be subject to approval of the Shareholders and the same has been included as one of the agenda items in the Notice convening the Annual General Meeting.
9. DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS ON ANNUAL BASIS:
The Company has received necessary declaration from each Independent Director of the Company under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 that the Independent Directors of the Company meet with the criteria of their Independence laid down in Section 149(6).
10. COMPOSITION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE:
As on 31st March, 2018 the Audit Committee of the Company consisted of three (3) Non-Executive Independent Directors and all of them have financial and accounting knowledge.
The Board has accepted the recommendations of the Audit Committee during the financial year under review.
The Audit Committee consists of the following:
a) Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan - Chairman
b) Mr. T S Suresh Kumar - Member
c) Mr. P. E. Krishnan - Member
11. NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE POLICY:
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee framed a Policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Senior Management and for other employees and their remuneration. The same has been disclosed on the website of the Company aturl http://www.cerebracomputers.com/governance.htm. The Composition, criteria for selection of Directors and the terms of reference of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee is stated in the Corporate Governance Report.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee consists of the following:
a) Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan - Chairman
b) Mr. T. S. Suresh Kumar - Member
c) Mr. P. E. Krishnan - Member
12. VIGIL MECHANISM/WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY:
The Company has established an effective Vigil Mechanism pursuant to the provisions of Sections 177(9) and (10) of the Companies Act, 2013 and as per Regulation 4(2)(d)(iv) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015 which is available on website of the Company at urlhttp://www.cerebracomputers.com/governance.htm and there were no cases reported during the last period.
13. RECEIPT OF ANY COMMISSION BY MD / WTD FROM A COMPANY OR FOR RECEIPT OF COMMISSION / REMUNERATION FROM ITS HOLDING OR SUBSIDIARY:
No commission has been received by MD/WTD from a Company and/or receipt of commission/remuneration from its Subsidiary Companies to be provided during the financial year under review.
14. EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN:
As required pursuant to the provisions of Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 12(1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, an extract of Annual Return in Form MGT 9 as a part of this Annual Report is attached as Annexure I.
15. INFORMATION ABOUT THE FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE / FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE SUBSIDIARIES / ASSOCIATES / JV:
The Company has following Subsidiaries:
a) Cerebra LPO India Limited, India
b) Cerebra Middle East FZCO, Dubai
Financial performance of the Subsidiary Companies referred to in Section 129 of the Companies Act, 2013 in Form AOC-1 is annexed to this Report as Annexure-II.
The Policy for determining material Subsidiaries as approved by the Board is uploaded on the Company''s website aturlhttp://www.cerebracomputers.com/governance.htm.
16. STATUTORY AUDITORS:
The Auditors, Messrs Ishwar & Gopal, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore, registered with Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) under the firm registration number 001154S, were appointed for period of 5 (five) years from the conclusion of the 21st Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 26th Annual General Meeting of the Company.
Auditors Comment regarding emphasis matter of Auditors Report dated 30th May, 2018:
Emphasis of Matter
Without qualifying our report, we draw attention to the following matters in notes to the standalone Ind AS financial statements:-
Note 36.1 and 36.2 of the stand alone financial statements relating to capital advances amounting to Rs. 3,223.55 Lakhs and Note No 36.3 of the stand alone financial statements relating to trade receivables amounting to Rs. 2,394.28 Lakhs which are outstanding for substantial period raising question over the recoverability of these dues.
Board''s Response:
Regarding the Advance towards purchase of fixed assets and trade receivables, the management is hopeful of recovering the amount and hence no provision has been made.
17. SECRETARIAL AUDITOR:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company has appointed Mr. Parameshwar G Bhat, Bangalore, a Company Secretary in Practice to under take the Secretarial Audit of the Company. The Report of the Secretarial Auditor in the Form MR-3 is annexed to this Report as Annexure III.
Explanations by the Board on the comments of Secretarial Auditors:
Sl. No. |
Qualifications made by Secretarial Auditor |
Explanations by the Board |
a |
The RBI had not issued the approval letter for the FCGPRs filed by the Company. However, the Company had confirmed that there were some queries from RBI and the same were suitably addressed by the Company and this is being followed up with RBI. |
The Company is continuously following with the RBI to obtain the approval letter for the FCGPRs filed by the Company. Further, Suitable reply has been submitted to RBI whenever there were queries. |
b |
There were some instances of non compliances of the provisions of Section 185 of the Companies Act, 2013 with regard to providing loan/advance facility to its Subsidiary. |
The Company will ensure to comply with the same in future. |
c |
The ECB returns with regard to the FCCBs availed by the Company seem to have been filed with errors. |
The Company will ensure to take corrective measures to rectify the error. |
d |
Certain returns under above mentioned general laws were not filed by the Company in time. |
The Company will ensure to file the returns in time. |
18. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE OUTGO:
A) Conservation of energy: Steps taken / impact on conservation of energy, |
The Company''s operations are not power intensive. Nevertheless, your Company has introduced various measures to conserve and minimize the use of energy wherever it is possible. |
(i) Steps taken by the company for utilizing alternate sources of energy including waste generated |
Nil |
(ii) Capital investment on energy conservation equipment |
Not Applicable |
Total energy consumption and energy consumption per unit of production as per Form A |
Not Applicable |
B) Technology absorption: |
|
Efforts in brief, made towards technology absorption, adaptation and innovation |
Nil |
Benefits derived as a result of the above efforts, e.g. product improvement, cost reduction, product development, import substitution, etc. |
Not Applicable |
In case of imported technology (imported during the last 5 years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year), following information may be furnished: |
Nil |
Technology imported |
Not Applicable |
Year of Import |
Not Applicable |
Has technology been fully absorbed |
Not Applicable |
If not fully absorbed, areas where this has not taken place, reasons therefore and future plan of action |
Not Applicable |
C) Research and Development (R&D) |
|
Specific areas in which R & D carried out by the company |
The Company has not carried out any research and development work during the course of the year. |
Benefits derived as a result of the above R & D |
Not Applicable |
Future plan of action |
Not Applicable |
Expenditure on R & D a) Capital |
Nil |
b) Recurring |
Nil |
c) Total |
Nil |
(d) Total R & D expenditure as a percentage of total turnover |
Not Applicable |
D) Foreign exchange earnings and Outgo |
|
Activities relating to exports |
Not Applicable |
Initiatives taken to increase exports |
Not Applicable |
Development of new export markets for products and services |
Not Applicable |
Export plans |
Not Applicable |
Total Exchange used (Cash basis) |
As on 31st March, 2018: Rs.1,20,05,196.00 |
Total Foreign Exchange Earned (Accrual Basis) |
As on 31st March, 2018: Rs. 2,29,58,473.00 |
19. RATIO OF REMUNERATION TO EACH DIRECTOR:
The Company had 123 employees as on 31st March, 2018. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 5 (1) (2) (3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration) Rules, 2014, details/disclosures of Ratio of Remuneration to each Director to the median employee''s remuneration is annexed to this report as Annexure-IV.
There are no employees posted and working in a country outside India, not being Directors or relatives, drawing more than Rupees One Crore Two Lakhs Rupees per financial year or Rupees Eight Lakhs Fifty Thousand per month as the case may be. Therefore, a statement/disclosure pursuant to Sub Rule 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is not required to be circulated to the members and is not attached to the Annual Report.
20. DEPOSITS:
Your Company has not invited/accepted/renewed any deposits from public as defined under the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 and accordingly, there were no deposits which were due for repayment on or before 31st March, 2018.
21. SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS:
No order was passed by any court or regulator or tribunal during the period under review which impacts going concern status of the Company. However, during the year under review, the Company has obtained necessary consent from the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board to start production for its E-Waste plant in Bangalore on 22nd May, 2017.
22. DETAILS OF ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS:
The Company continued to maintain, high standards of internal control designed to provide adequate assurance on the efficiency of operations and security of its assets. The adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control across various activities, as well as compliance with laid-down systems and policies are comprehensively and frequently monitored by your Company''s management at all levels of the organization. The Audit Committee, which meets at-least four times a year, actively reviews internal control systems as well as financial disclosures with adequate participation, inputs from the Statutory, Internal and Corporate Secretarial Auditors.
23. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS:
During the year under review, the Company has not given any loan, Guarantees or made Investments within the meaning of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013.
24. RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY:
The Company has not yet formulated a Risk Management Policy as it is not applicable to the Company. The Company has in place a mechanism to inform the Board about risk assessment and minimization procedures and undertakes periodical review to ensure that executive management controls risk by means of a properly designed framework.
25. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY POLICY:
Since the Company does not meet the criteria for the applicability of Section 135 of the Companies Act read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2015, this clause is not applicable.
However, the net profit of the Company during the financial year 2017-18 is more than Rs. 5 Crores, CSR becomes applicable to the Company for the financial year 2018-19. The Company has taken necessary steps to constitute CSR Committee and formulate CSR Policy as per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
26. INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS:
Industrial relations have been cordial and constructive, which have helped your Company to achieve production targets.
27. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS:
There were Related Party Transactions during the financial year.
The particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred to in Section 188(1) of the Companies Act 2013 in the prescribed format of Form AOC 2 has been enclosed with the report as ANNEXURE V.
28. FORMAL ANNUAL EVALUATION:
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations, the Board has carried out an annual performance evaluation of its own performance and the Directors individually. The manner in which the evaluation has been carried out has been explained in the Corporate Governance Report.
29. LISTING WITH STOCK EXCHANGES:
The Company confirms that it has paid the Annual Listing Fees for the financial year 2018-19 to National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited where the Company''s Shares are listed.
30. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION:
A separate Report on Corporate Governance in terms of Regulation 34 of SEBI (listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 along with a Certificate from a Practising Company Secretary regarding compliance to the Conditions stipulated under Chapter IV of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is attached to this report as Annexure VI.
31. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS:
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report is annexed herewith as Annexure VII.
32. DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013:
Your Company has always believed in providing a safe and harassment free workplace for every individual working in Company''s premises through various interventions and practices. The Company always endeavours to create and provide an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment including sexual harassment.
Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace has been released by the Company. The Policy aims at prevention of harassment of employees and lays down the guidelines for identification, reporting and prevention of undesired behaviour. Three member Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) was set up from the senior management with women employees constituting majority. The ICC is responsible for redressal of complaints related to sexual harassment and follows the guidelines provided in the Policy.
No complaints pertaining to sexual harassment was reported during the year.
33. DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
In pursuance of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Directors hereby confirm that:
(a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
(b) the Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
c) the Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) the Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis; and
(e) the Directors, had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively.
(f) the Directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
34. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Directors wishes to place on record their appreciation for the sincere and dedicated efforts of all employees. Your Directors would also like to thank the Shareholders, Bankers and other Business associates for their sustained support, patronage and cooperation.
For and on behalf of Cerebra Integrated Technologies Limited
Place : Bangalore V Ranganathan Shridhar S Hegde
Date : 13th August, 2018 Managing Director Whole Time Director
DIN:01247305 DIN:01247342
Address: Brindavan 90, Address:156-A, 36th Cross
3rd Cross, Sri Venkateshwara Krupa 2nd Block, Rajajinagar
Layout West of Chord Road, Bangalore-560 010
Bangalore-560 079
Mar 31, 2017
To the Members,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting before you the 23rd Annual Report of the Company together with the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31st March, 2017.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL SUMMARY/HIGHLIGHTS, OPERATIONS AND STATE OF AFFAIRS:
(Rs. in Lakhs)
Particulars |
2016-17 |
2015-16 |
Gross Income |
25197.46 |
24192.73 |
Profit Before Interest and Depreciation |
1470.22 |
600.97 |
Finance Charges |
146.53 |
252.66 |
Gross Profit |
1323.69 |
348.31 |
Provision for Depreciation |
17.01 |
51.46 |
Profit before exceptional and extraordinary items and tax |
1306.68 |
296.85 |
Exceptional Items |
0.00 |
100.22 |
Provision for Tax |
94.80 |
33.22 |
Net Profit After Tax |
1211.88 |
163.40 |
Minority Interest |
86.92 |
-1.83 |
Balance of Profit brought forward |
1124.96 |
165.23 |
Proposed Dividend on Equity Shares |
0.00 |
0.00 |
Tax on proposed Dividend |
0.00 |
0.00 |
1. PERFORMANCE OF THE COMPANY:
Your Company has been since many years implementing various IT based projects for many Startups, Government agencies and established companies. The Company studies the customers IT requirements, identify pain points and accordingly design and plan their IT Hardware and Software infrastructure which includes security, networking, servers, storage, endpoints, operating systems, application software and ensure successful implementation for optimal performance.
Many small and medium size enterprises lack proper IT infrastructure and rely more on AMC providers for their IT requirements which get fulfilled on a short term basis mainly because the AMC companies lack the technical skills as well as the vision to design IT infrastructure based on growth plans. In addition, many more companies are looking to completely outsource their IT resources for day to day operations and maintenance. Cerebra can successfully help bridge this gap with its technical competencies and strategic tie-ups with leading MNC technology vendors such as IBM, Dell EMC, HP, Cisco, Fujitsu, Intel, Brocade, Fortinet, Checkpoint, Extreme Networks, Lenovo, Canon, TVSE, Brother, Samsung, Lexmark, Xerox, Radware, Array Networks, VMware, RHEL, Microsoft etc to name a few. Cerebra can design, supply, implement and maintain IT infrastructure for SMEs as well as large enterprises successfully.
Your Company''s continued focus to on research labs, airports, defense, PSUs, PSBs, etc has been fruitful and lead the Company successfully executing large orders from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Bharat Electronics Limited, Satish Dhawan Space Centre, ISTRAC, Centre for Airborne Systems, Defense Avionics Research Establishment, Transport Department - Government of Karnataka, Karnataka Power Corporation, Directorate of Electronic Delivery of Citizen Services (EDCS) - Bangalore One and Karnataka One Centres, Electrical Inspectorate, Karnataka State Remote Sensing Application Centre, Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board, etc., to name a few. The Company has also been successful in the higher education segment both in government as well as private institutions.
In addition, Cerebra has been adding new corporate customers in the retail, manufacturing and healthcare segments. Your Company also has been considered as a preferred vendor by many of these organizations. Cerebra has also strengthened its relationships with leading MNC OEM Brands and established itself as a key player especially in education, healthcare, defense, space and research lab segments while we stay focused on making a mark in other state and central government departments/bodies/PSUs and private enterprise companies.
Cerebra has recently completed execution of the prestigious project of augmentation of Bangalore One Centres, Karnataka One Centres and Electrical Inspectorate Offices across the state. Another prestigious project is the data centre set up at the Karnataka State Remote Sensing Application Centre. In addition, the ongoing project of Automated Driving Test System to fully automate the process of testing and issuance of driving license by the Department of Transport and Road Safety, Government of Karnataka has been implemented across 6 RTOs. Cerebra will run and maintain the same for a period of 5 (Five) years at six RTOs in Karnataka and the same will be extended to a further three RTOs.
With an added focus on services business such as AMC, FMS, Implementation and other value added services, your Company has successfully added many prestigious customers where the Company is providing FMS and AMC services both in the government as well as corporate segments. This has enabled Cerebra to also identify new business opportunities and make a fairly sizeable contribution to Cerebra''s revenues. With incremental focus and engagement in network security, backup and surveillance opportunities, the Company is looking to further strengthen the offerings.
ELECTRONIC MANUFACTURING SERVICES:
This division has added many new customers this year and also retained existing clients who have consistently increased the current orders. Exports have also done well in this division. This division has performed well and is currently rated as one of the Top Vendors. Domestic market has also increased and the division has confirmed orders for the next six months. Your Company is already looking to expand by adding one or two SMT lines in the upcoming financial year which will automatically increase production.
E-WASTE NEW PLANT RELATED ASPECTS:
The Board is pleased to report the establishment of state of the Art facility for E-Waste recycling plant at the Narsapura, Kolar during the month of February 2017 in the 12 acres of land at Narsapura Industrial Area, Old Madras Road allotted by the Karnataka Govt. (KIADB) in the name of the Company and the machineries imported were installed. Required license has been obtained from the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board.
Your Company today has one of the most modern and best suited e-waste recycling plants in the country.
INDUSTRY STRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENTS
Cerebra Middle East divides its business into two business units, ICT and Surveillance Security Solutions. Cerebra ME''s portfolio on ICT includes leader like Fujitsu, Net App, FalconStor, Perpetuity Actifia and Never fail. On Surveillance Security Solutions, Cerebra ME represents best in class vendors like Canon, Milestone, Fibrenetix, Rassilient, Promise and Solus.
The Middle-East electronic security market has been categorized into three segments - Video Surveillance (Analog Surveillance, IP Surveillance Systems and Software), Access Control (Card Reader, Biometric, and Others) and Intrusion Detection Systems. In the Middle-East electronic security market, video surveillance segment grew aggressively and expected to grow further over the next six years, where IP/ network video surveillance sub-segment contributed majorly. Growing construction market, rising IT infrastructure, increasing security spending coupled with growing security concerns have driven the electronic security systems market in Middle-East.
2. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS:
There were no material changes and commitments which occurred, affecting the financial position of the Company between 31st March, 2017 and the date on which this report has been signed.
However, the Company has executed Shareholders'' Agreement with Kuber Global Fund, a company incorporated according to the laws of Mauritius on 25th May, 2017.
3. CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS:
The Company continues to focus on the strength of ESD, EMS and E-Waste and in addition, the Company will be focusing on the High End Servers, Large Data Storage etc.
4. DIVIDEND:
With the view to conserve the resources of the Company, the Directors have not recommended any dividend.
5. AMOUNTS TRANSFERRED TO RESERVES:
The Board has proposed not to carry any amount to its reserves.
6. CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL:
Authorized Share Capital
There were no changes in the Authorized Share Capital of the Company during the financial year 2016-17.
However, post completion of the financial year ended 31st March, 2017, the Authorized Share Capital of the Company was increased from Rs. 110,20,00,000 (Rupees Hundred and Ten Crores Twenty Lakhs only) divided into 11,02,00,000 (Eleven Crores Two Lakhs) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each to Rs. 126,00,00,000 (Rupees One Hundred and Twenty Six Crores only) divided into 12,60,00,000 (Twelve Crores Sixty Lakhs) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupee Ten only) each by additionally creating 1,58,00,000 (One Crores Fifty Eight Lakhs) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each in the Extra Ordinary General Meeting of the Company held on 28th April, 2017.
Paid up Share Capital
During the financial year 2016-17, the Paid up Share Capital of the Company was increased from Rs. 96,40,77,220/- (Rupees Ninety Six Crores Forty Lakhs Seventy Seven Thousand Two Hundred and Twenty only) divided into 9,64,07,722 (Nine Crores Sixty Four Lakhs Seven Thousand Seven Hundred and Twenty Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) to Rs. 1,08,48,64,820/- (Rupees Hundred and Eight Crores Forty Eight Lakhs Sixty Four Thousand Eight Hundred and Twenty only) divided into 10,85,06,782 (Ten Crores Eighty Five Lakhs Six Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) pursuant to allotment of 1,20,78,760 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each at a premium of Re. 0.50 (Fifty Paisa only) upon the conversion of FCCBs on 23rd November, 2016.
Further, post completion of the financial year ended 31st March, 2017, the Paid up Share Capital of the Company was increased from Rs. 1,08,50,67,820/- (Rupees Hundred and Eight Crores Fifty Lakhs Sixty Seven Thousand Eight Hundred and Twenty only) divided into 10,85,06,782 (Ten Crores Eighty Five Lakhs Six Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) to Rs. 120,40,67,820/- (Rupees One Hundred and Twenty Crores Forty Lakhs Sixty Seven Thousand Eight Hundred and Twenty only) divided into 12,04,06,782 (Twelve Crores Four Lakhs Six Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) pursuant to allotment of 11900000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) in the Board Meeting held on 22nd June, 2017.
Allotment of Warrants:
Moreover, post completion of the financial year ended 31st March, 2017, pursuant to the Special Resolution passed by the Shareholders at the Extra Ordinary General Meeting of the Company held on 28th April, 2017, the Company has allotted 5300000 Warrants convertible into Equity Shares at nominal value of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each at a premium of Rs. 30/- (Rupees Thirty only) per Share to certain Promoters on certain terms and conditions agreed upon.
Disclosure regarding Issue of Equity Shares with Differential Rights
During the year under review, the Company has not issued Shares with Differential Rights.
Disclosure regarding issue of Employee Stock Options:
During the year under review, the Company has not issued Shares under Employee Stock Options.
Disclosure regarding issue of Sweat Equity Shares:
During the year under review, the Company has not issued Sweat Equity Shares.
7. CAPITAL INVESTMENTS
Capital Investments during the financial year 2016-17 was at Rs. 2400.37 Lakhs (Net of capital work-in-progress and capital advances) (2015-16 was Rs. 2817.34 Lakhs).
8. BOARD MEETINGS:
The Meetings of the Board are held at regular intervals with a time gap of not more than 120 days between two consecutive Meetings. During the year under review Six (6) Meetings were held on 30th May 2016, 13th August 2016, 3rd November 2016, 23rd November 2016, 23rd January 2017 and 27th March 2017.
The Agenda of the Meeting is circulated to the Directors in advance. Minutes of the Meetings of the Board of Directors are circulated amongst the Members of the Board for their perusal.
The details of other Committee Meetings during the financial year 2016-17 are given in the Corporate Governance Report.
9. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANANGERIAL PERSONNEL:
In terms of the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. V. Ranganathan (holding DIN: 01247305) Managing Director, retires by rotation at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting and is eligible for re-appointment.
Based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, re-appointments of Mr. V Ranganathan as Managing Director, Mr. Shridhar S Hegde and Mr. P Vishwamurthy as Whole Time Directors of the Company whose offices come to end on 31st December, 2017 may be considered by the Shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
10. DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS ON ANNUAL BASIS:
The Company has received necessary declarations from each Independent Director of the Company under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 that the Independent Directors of the Company meet with the criteria of their Independence laid down in Section 149(6).
11. COMPOSITION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE:
As on 31st March, 2017 the Audit Committee of the Company consisted of three (3) Non-Executive Independent Directors and all of them have financial and accounting knowledge.
The Board has accepted the recommendations of the Audit Committee during the year under review.
The Audit Committee consists of the following:
a) Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan - Chairman
b) Mr. T S Suresh Kumar - Member
c) Mr. P. E. Krishnan - Member
12. NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE POLICY:
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee framed a Policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Senior Management and for other employees and their remuneration. The same has been disclosed in the website of the Company actual http://www.cerebracomputers.com/governance.htm. The Composition, criteria for selection of Directors and the terms of reference of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee is stated in the Corporate Governance Report.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee consists of the following:
a) Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan - Chairman
b) Mr. T S Suresh Kumar - Member
c) Mr. P. E. Krishnan - Member
13. VIGIL MECHANISM/WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY:
The Company has established an effective Vigil Mechanism pursuant to the provisions of Sections 177(9) and (10) of the Companies Act, 2013 and as per Regulation 4(2)(d)(iv) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015 which is available in website of the Company aturl http://www.cerebracomputers.com/governance.htm.and there were no cases reported during the last period.
14. RECEIPT OF ANY COMMISSION BY MD / WTD FROM A COMPANY OR FOR RECEIPT OF COMMISSION / REMUNERATION FROM ITS HOLDING OR SUBSIDIARY:
No commission has been received by MD/WTD from a Company and/or receipt of commission/remuneration from its Subsidiary Companies to be provided during the year under review.
15. EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN:
As required pursuant to Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 12(1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, an extract of Annual Return in Form MGT 9 as a part of this Annual Report is attached as Annexure I.
16. INFORMATION ABOUT THE FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE / FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE SUBSIDIARIES / ASSOCIATES/ JV:
The Company has following Subsidiaries:
a) Cerebra LPO India Limited
b) Cerebra Middle East FZCO, Dubai
Financial performance of the Subsidiary Companies referred to in Section 129 of the Companies Act, 2013 in Form AOC-1 is annexed to this Report as Annexure-II.
The Policy for determining material Subsidiaries as approved by the Board is uploaded on the Company''s website aturl http://www.cerebracomputers.com/governance.htm.
17. STATUTORY AUDITORS:
The Auditors, Messrs Ishwar & Gopal, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore, registered with Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) under the firm registration number 001154S, were appointed for the period of 5 (five) years from the conclusion of the 21st Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 26th Annual General Meeting and will be recommended to be ratified by the Shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Emphasis of matter and observation in the Audit Report
a. Without qualifying our report, we draw attention to note 27.11, 27.12 and 27.13 of the standalone financial statements relating to capital advances amounting to Rs. 37,24,80,412/- and trade receivables amounting to Rs. 19,45,44,167/
- which are outstanding for more than three years. This raises question regarding recoverability of these dues. The Management is confident of recovering the same either in cash or in kind and hence no provision is made in the accounts.
b. Regarding the advance of Rs. 8,88,61,943/- to subsidiaries are in violation of provisions of Section 185 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Board''s Response:
a. Regarding the Advance towards purchase of fixed assets and trade receivables the management is hopeful of recovering the amount and hence no provision has been made.
b. Cerebra LPO India Limited is a Subsidiary with 70% shareholdings and Cerebra Middle East FZCO Dubai UAE is Subsidiary with 90% Shareholding s. Only on need basis considering the circumstances and the urgent needs, the Company has lent monies to this Subsidiaries which will be refunded soon. Cerebra LPO India Limited does not have any banking facility nor does it have any other sources of funding. The Board felt it appropriate to support the Subsidiary on emergency basis.
18. SECRETARIAL AUDITOR:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company has appointed Mr. Parameshwar G Bhat, Bangalore, a Company Secretary in Practice to undertake the Secretarial Audit of the Company. The Report of the Secretarial Auditor in the Form MR-3 is annexed to this Report as Annexure III.
Explanations by the Board on the comments of Secretarial Auditors:
Sl. No. |
Qualifications made by Secretarial Auditor |
Explanations by the Board |
a. |
The RBI had not issued the approval letter for the FCGPRs filed by the Company. However, the Company had confirmed that there were some queries from RBI and the same were suitably addressed by the Company and this is being followed up with RBI. |
The Company is continuously following with the RBI to obtain the approval letter for the FCGPRs filed by the Company. Further, Suitable reply has been submitted to RBI whenever there were queries. |
b. |
There were some instances of non compliances of the provisions of Section 185 of the Companies Act, 2013 with regard to providing loan/advance facility to its Subsidiary. |
The Company will ensure to comply with the same in future. In order to meet critical requirements by the Subsidiary, the Company had extended on adhoc basis working capital financial assistance. |
c. |
The ECB returns which were filed with regard to the FCCBs availed by the Company seems to be wrongly filed. |
The Company will ensure to take corrective measures to rectify the error. |
19. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE OUTGO: (A) Conservation of energy:
Steps taken / impact on conservation of energy, |
The Company''s operations are not power intensive. Nevertheless, your Company has introduced various measures to conserve and minimize the use of energy wherever it is possible. |
(i) Steps taken by the company for utilizing alternate sources of energy including waste generated |
Nil |
(ii) Capital investment on energy conservation equipment |
Not Applicable |
Total energy consumption and energy consumption per unit of production as per Form A |
Not Applicable |
(B) Technology absorption:
Efforts in brief, made towards technology absorption, adaptation and innovation |
Nil |
Benefits derived as a result of the above efforts, e.g. product improvement, cost reduction, product development, import substitution, etc. |
Not Applicable |
In case of imported technology (imported during the last 5 years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year), following information may be furnished: |
Nil |
Technology imported |
Not Applicable |
Year of Import |
Not Applicable |
Has technology been fully absorbed |
Not Applicable |
If not fully absorbed, areas where this has not taken place, reasons therefore and future plan of action |
Not Applicable |
(C) Research and Development (R&D)
Specific areas in which R & D carried out by the company |
The Company has not carried out any research and development work during the course of the year. |
Benefits derived as a result of the above R & D |
Not Applicable |
Future plan of action |
Not Applicable |
Expenditure on R & D (a) Capital |
Nil |
(b) Recurring |
Nil |
(c) Total |
Nil |
(d) otal R & D expenditure as a percentage |
Nil |
of total turnover |
(D) Foreign exchange earnings and Outgo
Activities relating to exports |
Not Applicable |
Initiatives taken to increase exports |
Not Applicable |
Development of new export markets for products and services |
Not Applicable |
Export plans |
Not Applicable |
Total Exchange used (Cash basis) |
As on 31st March, 2017: Rs. 2,08,56,490/- |
Total Foreign Exchange Earned (Accrual Basis) |
As on 31st March, 2017: Rs. NIL |
20. RATIO OF REMUNERATION TO EACH DIRECTOR:
The Company had 64 employees as of 31st March, 2017. Pursuant to Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 5(1)(2)(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration) Rules, 2014, details/disclosures of Ratio of Remuneration to each Director to the median employee''s remuneration is annexed to this report as Annexure-IV.
There are no employees posted and working in a country outside India, not being Directors or relatives, drawing more than One Crore Two Lakhs rupees per financial year or Eight Lakhs Fifty Thousand rupees per month as the case may be. Therefore statement/disclosure pursuant to Sub Rule 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is not required to be circulated to the members and is not attached to the Annual Report.
21. DEPOSITS:
Your Company has not invited/accepted/renewed any deposits from public as defined under the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 and accordingly, there were no deposits which were due for repayment on or before 31st March, 2017.
22. SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS:
No order was passed by any court or regulator or tribunal during the period under review which impacts going concern status of the Company.
However, post completion of the financial year ended 31st March, 2017, the Company has obtained necessary consent from the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board to start production for its E-Waste plant in Bangalore on 22nd May, 2017.
23. DETAILS OF ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS:
The Company continued to maintain, high standards of internal control designed to provide adequate assurance on the efficiency of operations and security of its assets. The adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control across various activities, as well as compliance with laid-down systems and policies are comprehensively and frequently monitored by your Company''s management at all levels of the organization. The Audit Committee, which meets at-least four times a year, actively reviews internal control systems as well as financial disclosures with adequate participation, inputs from the Statutory, Internal and Corporate Secretarial Auditors.
24. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS:
During the year under review, the Company has not given any loan, Guarantees or made Investments within the meaning of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013.
25. RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY:
The Company has not yet formulated a Risk Management Policy and has in place a mechanism to inform the Board Members about risk assessment and minimization procedures and undertakes periodical review to ensure that executive management controls risk by means of a properly designed framework.
26. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILTY POLICY :
Since the Company does not meet the criteria for the applicability of Section 135 of the Companies Act read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2015, this clause is not applicable.
27. INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS:
Industrial relations have been cordial and constructive, which have helped your Company to achieve production targets.
28. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS:
There were Related Party Transactions during the financial year.
The particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred to in Section 188(1) of the Companies Act 2013 in the prescribed format of Form AOC 2 has been enclosed with the report as Annexure V.
29. FORMAL ANNUAL EVALUATION:
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations, the Board has carried out an annual performance evaluation of its own performance and the Directors individually. The manner in which the evaluation has been carried out has been explained in the Corporate Governance Report.
30. LISTING WITH STOCK EXCHANGES:
The Company confirms that it has paid the Annual Listing Fees for the financial year 2017-18 to National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited where the Company''s Shares are listed.
31. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION:
A separate Report on Corporate Governance in terms of Regulation 34 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 along with a Certificate from a Practicing Company Secretary regarding compliance to the conditions stipulated under Chapter IV of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is attached to this report as Annexure VI.
32. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS:
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report is annexed herewith as Annexure VII.
33. DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013:
Your Company has always believed in providing a safe and harassment free workplace for every individual working in Company''s premises through various interventions and practices. The Company always endeavours to create and provide an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment including sexual harassment.
A Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace has been released by the Company. The Policy aims at prevention of harassment of employees and lays down the guidelines for identification, reporting and prevention of undesired behaviour. Three member Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) was set up from the senior management with women employees constituting majority. The ICC is responsible for redressal of complaints related to sexual harassment and follows the guidelines provided in the Policy.
No complaints pertaining to sexual harassment was reported during the financial year.
34. DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
In pursuance of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Directors hereby confirm that:
(a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
(b) the Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
(c) the Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) the Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis; and
(e) the Directors, had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively.
(f) the Directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively
35. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Directors wish to place on record their appreciation for the sincere and dedicated efforts of all employees. Your Directors would also like to thank the Shareholders, Bankers and other Business associates for their sustained support, patronage and cooperation.
For and on behalf of Cerebra Integrated Technologies Limited
Place : Bangalore V. Ranganathan Shridhar S Hegde
Managing Director Whole Time Director
Date : 22n June, 2017 DIN: 01247305 DIN : 01247342
Mar 31, 2015
Dear Members,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting before you the Annual Report
of the Company together with the Audited Statements of Accounts for the
21styear ended 31stMarch, 2015.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL SUMMARY/HIGHLIGHTS, OPERATIONS, STATE OF
AFFARIS:
(Rs. in lakhs)
Particulars 2014-2015 2013-14
(for six
months)
Gross Income 26767.13 13128.12
Profit Before Interest and Depreciation 677.00 371.30
Finance Charges 309.05 117.70
Gross Profit 367.52 253.60
Provision for Depreciation 106.06 47.05
Net Profit Before Tax 261.45 206.55
Provision for Tax 30.08 25.07
Net Profit After Tax 231.37 181.48
Minority Interest 43.27 38.19
Balance of Profit brought forward 188.10 143.29
Proposed Dividend on Equity Shares 0.00 0.00
Tax on proposed Dividend 0.00 0.00
Enterprise Solutions Division (ESD)
Cerebra has been since many years implementing various IT based
projects for many startups and established companies. The Company
studies customers' IT requirements, identify pain points and
accordingly design and plan their IT H/W & S/ W infrastructure which
includes networking, servers, storage, endpoints, operating systems,
application software and ensure successful implementation.
Many small and medium size enterprises lack proper IT infrastructure
and rely more on AMC providers for their IT requirements which get
fulfilled on a short term basis mainly because the AMC companies lack
the technical skills as well as the vision to design IT infrastructure
based on growth plans. In addition, many more companies are looking to
completely outsource their IT resources for day to day operations and
maintenance. Cerebra can successfully help bridge this gap with its
technical competencies and strategic tie-ups with leading MNC
technology vendors. Cerebra can design, implement and maintain IT
infrastructure for SMEs as well as large enterprises successfully.
During the financial year 2014-2015, the continued focus on research
labs, airports, defense, PSUs, PSBs, etc have been fruitful with
Cerebra successfully executing large orders from. PSU's, Judiciary
Department, Education, Medical etc.. . The Company has also been
successful in closing deals in the Transport, higher education segment
both in government as well as private institutions. In addition Cerebra
has added new corporate customers in the retail, manufacturing &
healthcare segments during the period. Cerebra is considered as a
preferred vendor by many of these organizations. Cerebra has also
strengthened its relationships with leading MNC OEM Brands and
established itself as a key player especially in education, healthcare,
defense, space & research lab segments while we stay focused on making
a mark in other state & central government departments/bodies/PSUs.
With continued focus from the account managers in the Education,
Healthcare, Retail, Defense, Space, PSU, PSB, Research Labs, Airport,
Large Corporates, SMBs, etc. and incremental focus on AMC, FMS,
Implementation & other services, your Company intends to bring new
business opportunities and a fairly large contribution to Cerebra's
revenues in the new financial year 2015-2016.
E-WASTE Recycling Unit - This division is doing well and is soon
expected to start the factory construction and every effort is being
put in this direction. Currently collection, repair and refurbishment
and E-Waste shredding activity are being carried out from its temporary
facility in Peenya. The Board is pleased to report that the Company has
now added more new customers to its existing client base.
Geeta Monitors Private Limited (GMPL) - Popularly known as Geeta
Electronics has been going through change in structure to adapt to the
market situations and its mission to becomes a pure System Integration
company in next 2 years. Some key initiatives were put in place to
adapt to the vision. While the run rate business of hardware continue
through the committed resellers, the Company also thought that solution
and service based business should be taken up priority with the end
enterprise customer is the way forward which otherwise was
predominately addressing theSME and SMB segment. GMPL has successfully
executed few major orders on Storage products.
EMS (MANUFACTURING) DIVISION - This division has added many new
customers this year and also retained existing clients who have
consistently increased the current orders. Exports have also done well
in this division. This division has performed well and is currently
rated as one of the Top Vendors. Domestic market has also increased and
the division has confirmed orders for the next six months. The Company
is on the verge of adding another SMT line to its existing facility
there by increased production.
Cerebra ME FZCO - Cerebra Middle East has seen an encouraging growth in
FY 14-15 both in terms of a 30% increase in revenue as well as an
expansion of its channel partner base in the Middle East. Being focused
on profitability and market expansion, the last year saw an increase in
channel partner by about 90 partners though UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi
Arabia, Oman, Egypt, Lebanon, Central & Eastern Africa. CME also
increased its vendor portfolio by on boarding market leaders like
Milestone, Neverfail, Inventum, Solus and Perpetuity into its product
portfolio. The Security Solutions division launched 18 months ago is
now rolling out best in class solutions in the Surveillance Security
domain through the region. The last year also saw CME establish itself
in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a local tie up in order directly
manage its fast growing channel base in the country.
The last year saw CME not only establish their footprint in the Middle
Eastern markets but also put forward their first steps into developing
markets like Africa. The year saw some prestigious orders from
Enterprise customers. CME's focus area for 2015-16 are going to be
channel growth, channel enablement, loyalty programs and a substantial
increase in its vendor and solutions portfolio. There will be a special
focus on the Surveillance Security and Services business. The year will
see an increase in CME's industry specific portfolio coverage with
storage, infrastructure and security solutions for the Oil and Gas,
Banking, Healthcare, Telco, Media, Education, Retail & Hospitality
verticals. The Company plans to set offices in Qatar by early 2016 in
order to strategically manageone of the fastest growing markets in the
region.
ITES DIVISION: Cerebra LPO India Limited
LPO division started support for H1B petitions for clients in NJ, USA.
The entire process of H1B was handled by Cerebra LPO team here.
A contract was executed with a US based Company for providing
Immigration support who is a technology-powered immigration services
provider that has reinvented the immigration process by providing
end-to-end workflow software for applicants to provide a more
effective, efficient, and affordable immigration solution. The company
is the trusted partner to both individuals and companies worldwide,
ranging from leading startups to publicly-traded companies.
Domestic orders for case summarisation of Judgements to include
headnotes and facts of the case were executed. Efforts are on to strike
additional partnerships for the division. The subsidiary is in talks
with several prospects who are looking for support on Contract Review,
Immigration paralegal support services and UK Conveyancing services.
Medical Transcription services division transcribed about 8.8 million
lines for the year earning revenue of 16.9 Million rupees for the UK
process. About 4.7 lakh lines were transcribed for US clients earning
US$22,250.
Overall all the units performed well by adding new clients & increased
revenues.
1) EVENTS SUBSEQUENT TO THE DATE OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
There were no material changes and commitments which occurred affecting
the financial position of the Company between March 31, 2015 and the
date on which this report has been signed.
2) MATERIAL CHANGES AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY:
The Company has decided to disinvest in the Subsidiary namely Geeta
Monitors Private Limited and approval of Shareholder is sought. This
disinvest may have impact on the Consolidated Financial Accounts
3) CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS:
The Company continue to focus on the strength of ESD, EMS and E Waste.
4) DIVIDEND:
With a view to conserve the resources of Company the Directors are not
recommending any dividend.
5) AMOUNTS TRANSFERRED TO RESERVES:
The Board of the Company has decided/proposed to carry Rs. (76,18,158)
to its reserves.
6) CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL:
The Company has increased its Authorised Share Capital from Rs. Rs.
50,20,00,000/- (Rupees Fifty Crores Twenty Lakhs only) divided into
5,02,00,000 (Five Crores Two Lakhs only) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/-
(Rupees Ten only) each to Rs. 110,20,00,000/- (Rupees One Hundred Ten
Crores and Twenty Lakhs only) divided into 11,02,00,000 (Eleven Crores
Two Lakhs only) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each by
passing special resolution by the Members of the Company at the last
Annual General Meeting of the Company.
During the Financial Year 2014-15, the Share Capital of the Company has
been increased from Rs. 48,09,26,820/- (Rupees Forty Eight Crores Nine
Lakhs Twenty Six Thousand Eight Hundred and Twenty Only) divided into
4,80,92,682 (Four Crores Eighty Lakhs Ninety Two Thousand Six Hundred
and Eighty Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) to Rs.
84,32,89,620/- (Eighty Four Crores Thirty Two Lakhs Eighty Nine
Thousands Six Hundred and Twenty only) divided into 8,43,28,962 ( Eight
Crores Forty Three Lakhs Twenty Eight Thousand Nine Hundred and Sixty
Two) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) pursuant to allotment
of 3,62,36,280 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/ - (Rupees Ten only) each under
Private Placement.
Disclosure regarding Issue of Equity Shares with Differential Rights
During the year under review, the Company has not issued Shares with
Differential Rights
Disclosure regarding issue of Employee Stock Options:
During the year under review, the Company has not issued Shares
Employee Stock Options.
Disclosure regarding issue of Sweat Equity Shares:
During the year under review, the Company has not issued Sweat Equity
Shares.
7) CAPITAL INVESTMENTS
Capital Investments during the year 2014-15 was at Rs.3113.88 Lakhs
(Net of capital work-in-progress and capital advances) (2013-14: Rs.
3082.27 Lakhs).
8) BOARD MEETINGS:
The Meetings of the Board are held at regular intervals with a time gap
of not more than 120 days between two consecutive Meetings. Additional
Meetings of the Board of Directors are held when necessary. During the
year under review Eight (8) meetings were held on 29th May 2014, 14th
August 2014, 14th November 2014, 16th December 2014, 19th December
2014, 28th January 2015, 14thFebruary 2015, 31st March, 2015.
The Agenda of the Meeting is circulated to the Directors in advance.
Minutes of the Meetings of the Board of Directors are circulated
amongst the Members of the Board for their perusal.
The details of other Committee Meetings during the year 2014-15 are
given in the Corporate Governance Report.
9) DIRECTORS AND KEY MANANGERIAL PERSONNEL:
Mr. P E. Krishnan (DIN: 01897686), Director of the Company, is proposed
to be appointed as Independent Director for consecutive 5 years and he
fulfil the requirements as per the Companies Act, 2013. His appointment
is proposed under Special Business.
During the year Ms.Nutan Soudagar, has been appointed as Company
Secretary of the Company w.e.f. 9th January, 2015 and designated as
Compliance Officer of the Company as per the Listing Agreement.
Ms.PreethiJavali, (DIN 07157145) who was appointed as an Additional
Director, holds office up to the date of the ensuing Annual General
Meeting; she is proposed to be appointed as Director of your Company.
Notice has been received from a member of the Company under Section 160
of the Companies Act, 2013 along with the requisite deposit.
Mr.P. Vishwamurthy, (DIN 01247336) Director, retires by rotation, as
per the Companies Act, 2013 and being eligible, offers himself for
re-appointment.
10) DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS ON ANNUAL BASIS:
The Company has received necessary declaration from each Independent
Director of the Company under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013
that the Independent Directors of the Company meet with the criteria of
their Independence laid down in Section 149(6).
11) COMPOSITION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE:
As on March 31, 2015, the Audit Committee of the Company consists of
three (3) Non-Executive Independent Directors and all of them have
financial and accounting knowledge.
The Board has accepted the recommendations of the Audit Committee
during the year under review.
The Audit Committee consists of the following:
a) Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan - Chairman
b) Mr. T S Suresh Kumar - Member
c) Mr. P. E. Krishnan - Member
12) NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE POLICY:
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration
Committee framed a policy for selection and appointment of Directors,
Senior Management and for other employees and their remuneration. The
same has been disclosed in the website atwww.cerebracomputers.com The
Composition, criterial for selection of Directors and the Terms of
Reference of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee is stated in the
Corporate Governance Report.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee consists of the following:
a) Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan - Chairman
b) Mr. T S Suresh Kumar - Member
c) Mr. P. E. Krishnan - Member
13) VIGIL MECHANISM/WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY:
The Company has established an effective vigil mechanism (for directors
and employees to report genuine concerns) pursuant to the provisions of
Section 177(9) & (10) of the Companies Act, 2013 and as per Clause 49
of the Listing Agreement which is available on website of the Company
and there were no cases reported during the last period.
14) RECEIPT OF ANY COMMISSION BY MD / WTD FROM A COMPANY OR FOR RECEIPT
OF COMMISSION / REMUNERATION FROM ITS HOLDING OR SUBSIDIARY:
No commission has been received by MD/WTD from a Company and/or receipt
of commission / remuneration from it Holding or Subsidiary to be
provided during the year under review.
15) DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
In pursuance of section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the
Directors hereby confirm that:
(a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable
accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation
relating to material departures;
(b) the directors had selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and
loss of the company for that period;
(c) the directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the company and
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) the directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis; and
(e) the directors, had laid down internal financial controls to be
followed by the company and that such internal financial controls are
adequate and were operating effectively.
(f) the directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with
the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were
adequate and operating effectively
16) EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN:
As required pursuant to Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 and
rule 12(1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules,
2014, an extract of annual return in MGT 9 as a part of this Annual
Report is attached as Annexure I.
17) INFORMATION ABOUT THE FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE / FINANCIAL POSITION OF
THE SUBSIDIARIES / ASSOCIATES/ JV:
The Company has following Subsidiaries:
a) Cerebra LPO India Limited
b) Geeta Monitors Private Limited*
c) Cerebra Middle East FZCO, Dubai
d) Cerebra E Waste Recovery PTE Limited, Singapore
Financial performance of the Subsidiary Companies referred to in
Section 129 of the Companies Act, 2013 in Form AOC-1 is annexed to this
Report as Annexure-II.
*Geeta Monitors Private Limited ceased to be Subsidiary Company
consequent upon the disinvestment of 51% stake.
The policy for determining material Subsidiaries as approved by the
Board is uploaded on the Company's website at_www.cerebracomputers.com
18) AUDITORS:
The Auditors, Messrs Ishwar&Gopal, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore
(registered with ICAI membership number 021748), retire at the ensuing
Annual General Meeting and, being eligible, offer themselves for
reappointment for a period of fiveyears from the conclusion of this
Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 26th Annual General
Meeting.
The Company has received a certificate under Section 141 of the
Companies Act, 2013 from them that their appointment would be within
the limits specified therein.
AUDITORS' REPORT:
Regarding emphasis matter of Auditors Report dated 29th May 2015,
suitable views are explained in the note no. 29 (11 & 12) of the notes
to accounts.
Your Directors report that Hon'ble Additional City Civil Court
Bangalore, has issued an interim injunction order from exercising their
rights of alienating, encumbering or creating any manner of charge or
third party rights with regard to the allotment of 2300000 Shares to
Cimelia Resource Recovery Pte Limited, 3600000 Shares to Restorer Corp
Pte. Ltd (Formerly known as Scenic Overseas (S) Pte Ltd) and 3300000
Shares to Leytron Technology Pte Ltd at a premium of Rs. 7.50 per Share
on the grounds of non performance of their obligations under the Master
Services Agreements signed with them for setting up the E Waste
Recycling Plant in India.
Further to this arbitration proceedings have been initiated against
them.
Regarding the trade receivables the management is hopeful of recovering
the amount from debtors and hence no provision has been made.
19) SECRETARIAL AUDITOR:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013
and The Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial
Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company has appointed Mr.Parameshwar G
Bhat, Bangalore, a Company Secretary in Practice to undertake the
Secretarial Audit of the Company. The Report of the Secretarial Auditor
in the form of MR-3 is annexed to this Report as Annexure III.
Explanations by the Board on the comments of Secretarial Auditors:
Sl. Qualifications made by Explanations by the Board
No. Secretarial Auditor
a. Delay in filing FCGPR for Delay is on account of FIRC being
allotment of shares on not received in time from the
conversion of FCCBs Bankers.
b. Corporate Office has not been Subsidiary Company Cerebra LPO
registered under the Shops India Limited is registered
and Establishments Act in the same premises and the
Company utilizes this office as
Corporate Office. The said
Subsidiary is registered under
the said Act.
c. The Company had obtained FIPB Suitable reply has been submitted
approval for allotment of to RBI.
shares to Restorer Corp PTE
Limited (Formerly known as
Scenic Overseas (S) PTE Limited),
Leytron Technology PTE Limited and
Cimelia Resource PTE Limited.in
relation to the business of extraction
of precious and non precious metals
and plastic through E-waste
Manufacturing & Recycling; however,
the Company has mentioned in the
FCGPR filed belatedly as Electronic
Manufacturing Services (EMS) and IT
Solutions (NIC - 2620). Hence, RBI
sought clarifications on the same
and the Company had replied for the
same. The RBI had not issued the
acknowledgement for the same till date.
d. There were some instances of delay in The Company will ensure
filing ECB 2 returns. filing of of ECB 2
returns within the
prescribed time limit.
20) CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
OUTGO:
(A) Conservation of energy:
Steps taken / impact on conservation of energy,
The CompanyÂs operations are not power
intensive. Nevertheless, your Company has
introduced various measures to conserve and
minimize the use of energy wherever it is
possible.
i) Steps taken by the company for utilizing alternate sources of energy
including waste generated
Nil
ii) Capital investment on energy conservation equipment Total energy
consumption and energy consumption per unit of production as per Form A
(B) Technology absorption:
Efforts in brief, made towards technology absorption, adaptation and
innovation
Benefits derived as a result of the above efforts, e.g. product
improvement, cost reduction, product development, import substitution,
etc.
In case of imported technology (imported during the last 5 years
reckoned from the beginning of the financial year), following
information may be furnished:
Technology imported
Year of Import
Has technology been fully absorbed
If not fully absorbed, areas where this has not taken place,
reasons therefore and future plan of action
Nil
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Nil
Not Applicable
Nil
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
(C) Research and Development (R&D)
Specific areas in which R & D carried out by the company
Benefits derived as a result of the above R & D
Future plan of action
Expenditure on R & D
a) Capital
b) Recurring
c) Total
d) Total R & D expenditure as a percentage of total turnover
(D)Foreign exchange earnings and Outgo
Activities relating to exports
Initiatives taken to increase exports
Development of new export markets for products and services
Export plans
Total Exchange used (Cash basis)
Total Foreign Exchange Earned (Accrual Basis)
The Company has not carried out any research and development work during
the course of the year.
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
As on 31st March, 2015: Rs. 93,42,153/-
As on 31st March, 2015: Rs. NIL
21) RATIO OF REMUNERATION TO EACH DIRECTOR:
The Company had 26 employees as of March 31,2015. Pursuant to Section
197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 5 (1) (2) (3) of the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration) Rules, 2014,
details/disclosures of Ratio of Remuneration to each Director to the
median employee's remuneration is annexed to this report as Annexure -
IV.
There are no employees posted and working in a country outside India,
not being Directors or relatives, drawing more than sixty lakh rupees
per financial year or five lakh rupees per month as the case may be.
Therefore statement/ disclosure pursuant to Sub Rule 5(3) of the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules,
2014 is not required to be circulated to the members and is not
attached to the Annual Report.
22) DEPOSITS:
Your Company has not invited/accepted/renewed any deposits from public
as defined under the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and Companies
(Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 and accordingly, there were no
deposits which were due for repayment on or before 31st March, 2015.
23) SIGNIFICANT & MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS:
No order was passed by any court or regulator or tribunal during the
period under review which impacts going concern status of the Company.
24) DETAILS OF ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS:
The Company continued to maintain, high standards of internal control
designed to provide adequate assurance on the efficiency of operations
and security of its assets. The adequacy and effectiveness of the
internal control across various activities, as well as compliance with
laid-down systems and policies are comprehensively and frequently
monitored by your Company's management at all levels of the
organization. The Audit Committee, which meets at- least four times a
year, actively reviews internal control systems as well as financial
disclosures with adequate participation, inputs from the Statutory,
Internal and Corporate Secretarial Auditors.
25) PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS:
The Company has duly complied with the provision of Section 186 of the
Companies Act, 2013.
During the year under review, the Company has not given any Loan,
Guarantees or made Investments within the meaning of Section 186 of the
Companies Act, 2013.
26) RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY:
The Company has not yet formulated a Risk Management Policy and has in
place a mechanism to inform the Board Members about risk assessment and
minimization procedures and undertakes periodical review to ensure that
executive management controls risk by means of a properly designed
framework.
27) CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILTY POLICY :
Since the Company does not meet the criteria for the applicability of
Section 135 of the Companies Act read with the Companies (Accounts)
Rules, 2015, this clause is not applicable.
28) INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS:
Industrial relations have been cordial and constructive, which have
helped your Company to achieve production targets.
29) RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS :
There are no related party transactions during the year for disclosure.
30) FORMAL ANNUAL EVALUATION:
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Clause 49 of
the Listing Agreement, the Board has carried out an annual performance
evaluation of its own performance, the Directors individually as well
as the evaluation of the working of its Audit, Nomination &
Remuneration and Compliance Committees.
31) LISTING WITH STOCK EXCHANGES:
The Company confirms that it has paid the Annual Listing Fees for the
year 2015-16 to NSE and BSE where the Company's Shares are listed.
32) CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION:
Your Company has taken adequate steps to adhere to all the stipulations
laid down in Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement. A report on Corporate
Governance is attached to this report as Annexure V.
Certificate from the Practising Company Secretary of the company
confirming the compliance with the conditions of Corporate Governance
as stipulated under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement is attached to
this report.
33) DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013:
Your Company has always believed in providing a safe and harassment
free workplace for every individual working in Company's premises
through various interventions and practices. The Company always
endeavors to create and provide an environment that is free from
discrimination and harassment including sexual harassment.
A policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace has been
released by the Company. The policy aims at prevention of harassment of
employees and lays down the guidelines for identification, reporting
and prevention of undesired behavior. Three member Internal Complaints
Committee (ICC) was set up from the senior management with women
employees constituting majority. The ICC is responsible for redressal
of complaints related to sexual harassment and follows the guidelines
provided in the Policy.
No complaints pertaining to sexual harassment was reported during the
year.
34) FRAUD REPORTING (REQUIRED BY COMPANIES AMENDMENT BILL, 2014)
During the year under review, No fraud has been reported.
35) ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Directors wishes to place on record their appreciation for the
sincere and dedicated efforts of all employees. Your Directors would
also like to thank the Shareholders, Bankers and other Business
associates for their sustained support, patronage and cooperation.
For and on behalf of Cerebra Integrated
Technologies Limited
Place : Bangalore V Ranganathan Shridhar S Hegde
Date :14th August, 2015 Managing Director Whole Time Director
DIN: 01247305 DIN: 01247342
Sep 30, 2013
The Directors present their Nineteenth Annual Report together with the
audited Balance Sheet and the Statement of Profit and Loss for the year
ended 30th September, 2013.
FINANCIAL RESULTS:
(Rs. in lakhs)
Particulars 2012-13 2011-12
Total Income 23205.11 16359.02
Total Expenditure 22615.33 15880.42
Operating Profits (PBIDT) 821.90 652.72
Interest 116.81 96.05
Depreciation 115.31 78.07
Profit Before Extra Ordinary Income 589.78 478.60
Tax Expense 33.37 131.58
Profit after Current Tax 556.41 347.02
Minority Interest 20.09 48.96
Profit available for appropriations 536.32 298.06
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS & GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES-MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND
ANALYSIS REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER, 2013:
Perhaps the Shareholders have widely observed continued global economic
impact and rising of the Euro debt crisis leading to recessionary
trends in the Corporate Sector. Given the circumstances, your Company
was still able to overcome some of these hurdles and has achieved
better performance. Your Company continued to focus on the hardware
business and this segment turned out to be a major revenue earner this
year too.
Despite the continued recession, the Company achieved better results in
the year under report as can be witnessed from the financials
Whilst the total income increased from Rs. 16359.02 lakhs in the
previous year to Rs. 23205.11 lakhs in the year i.e. by Rs. 6846.09
lakhs with 42% growth, the Profit stood enhanced from Rs.298.06 lakhs
in the previous year to Rs. 536.32 lakhs in the year with 80% growth.
Your Company has registered and taken possession of 12 acres of
industrial land near Bangalore, allotted by the Government of
Karnataka.
Meanwhile, an important development which gives this project tremendous
fillip is that the E-Waste Disposal Rule has been passed by the
Ministry of Environment and Forests making it mandatory from May 1,
2012, for all to dispose of their E-Waste through authorised E-waste
recycler only.
The team from E-Waste Recycling Division is being expanded. Cerebra is
the only Company in India to be given the license to set up an
Integrated E-Waste Recycling Facility with a processing capacity of
96,000 MT per annum. This license has been obtained from the Karnataka
State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB), Bangalore. The temporary E-Waste
facility at Peenya is doing well and has successfully added many new
customers and contracts and the preferred E-Waste Management partners
for many MNC Companies and many others. Cerebra after calling off the
SPA with Enviro Hub Holdings Limited in Signapore has entered in to a
MOU with E-Waste Systems INC, UK.
The Directors report that the Company continues to be debt free except
for subsidiary Company Geeta Monitors Private Limited.
SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES
The Company has following subsidiaries:
1. Cerebra LPO India Limited.
2. Geeta Monitors Private Limited.
3. Cerebra Middle East FZCO, Dubai.
4. Cerebra E Waste Recovery Pte Ltd. Singapore
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India has issued
Circular granting general exemption to Companies under Section 212(8)
of the Companies Acts, 1956 (''the Act'') from attaching the document
referred to in Section 212(1) of the Act pertaining to its
subsidiaries. However, certain information as required is furnished in
Annexure.
ITES DIVISION:
Cerebra LPO India Limited continued to consolidate its business and has
added a couple of clients. Cerebra LPO added one client from Australia
to do exclusivity agreements. Cerebra LPO entered in to a partnership
agreement with a leading Legal advisory Company in New York, USA for
acquiring Immigration related work. Long term agreements with a
conveyancing firm in UK for paralegal services ended in August 2013.
Cerebra LPO signed another agreement with a UK based Conveyancing firm
who has begun providing Legal transcription work and will then move on
to residential conveyancing process.
Medical transcription Services added one more client from USA and are
currently doing about 5 Lakh lines per annum. Talks are on with another
USA based large firm who are expected to provide about 20000 lines per
month initially and should start by December 2013. Overall the
subsidiary performed well by adding new clients.
Geeta Monitors Pvt. Ltd (GMPL), popularly known as Geeta Electronics
has been going through change in structure to adapt to the market
situations and its mission is to become a pure SI company in next 2
years. Some of the key initiatives which were put in place to adapt to
the vision were to take up security products. While the run rate
business of hardware continue through the committed resellers, the
company also thought that solution and service based business should be
taken up priority with the end enterprise customer is the way forward
which otherwise was predominantly addressing the SME and SMB segment.
GMPL also put in place for the customers what we call as "FAAS- Finance
as a Service" to take the route of OPEX model to support its esteemed
customers. There were some customer additions through this models also
in the last quarter.
ESD Division  During the year under report, the focus on research
labs, defense, PSUs, PSBs, etc has been fruitful with Cerebra
successfully executing orders from PSU''s and Defense sectors. The
Company also has been successful in closing deals in the higher
education segment both in Government as well as private institutions.
Cerebra is considered as a preferred vendor by many of these
organizations. Cerebra has also strengthened its relationships with
leading MNC OEM Brands and has established itself as a key player
especially in education, defense, space & research lab segments whilst
we stay focused on making a mark in other state & central government
departments/bodies/PSUs.
With continued focus from the account managers in the Education,
Defense, Space, PSU, Research Labs, Healthcare, etc. the Company
intends to bring new business opportunities and a fairly large
contribution to Cerebra''s revenues in the new financial year 2013-2014.
The market in Bangalore/Karnataka alone has a potential opportunity of
close to INR 100 crores during the new financial year with demands for
server, storage, networking, security and managed services expected to
see an improved growth during this period. Further the Company will
also look for opportunities outside the state to help maximize the
revenues. With the E-waste division making decisive inroads in their
domain, it is hoped to maximize the opportunities by working in tandem.
Cerebra M E FZCO - Cerebra Middle East has seen a tremendous growth in
FY 12-13 both in terms of a massive increase in revenue as well as an
expansion of its channel partner base in the Middle East. CME closed
the year with a revenue of USD 9.25 Million as against USD 3.65 Million
last year with good profitability.
Having closed the fiscal year by winning a major Data Center contract
for 2.3 Million USD which will be billed and executed in the first
quarter of FY 13-14, CME''s focus areas for the new financial year are
going to be channel growth, channel enablement, loyalty programs and a
substantial increase in its vendor and solutions portfolio. The year
will see an increase in CME''s industry specific portfolio coverage with
storage, infrastructure and security solutions for the Oil and Gas,
Banking, Healthcare, Telco, Media, Education, Retail & Hospitality
verticals. Cerebra Middle East will launch its partner program,
C-Connect, in early 2014 and is expected to onboard at least 4 new
vendors before end of its second quarter.
DIVIDEND:
Your Directors regret to inform you that no dividend is recommended for
the year ended 30th September, 2013 considering the aggressive
expansion programs in different verticals and the need of capital needs
 both capex and opex.
DIRECTORS:
Mr. Gururaj K. Upadhya and Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan, Directors, retire by
rotation. In accordance with the Companies Act, 1956 and Articles of
Association of the Company and being eligible, offer themselves for
re-appointment.
FIXED DEPOSITS:
Your Company has neither accepted nor renewed any Fixed Deposits during
the year ended 30th September, 2013.
AUDIT COMMITTEE:
Audit Committee constituted by the Board of Directors with requisite
composition to fall in line with the prevailing laws continued to
discharge its functions during the year under report.
AUDITORS:
Messrs Ishwar & Gopal, Chartered Accountants, the existing Auditors,
have expressed their willingness to get reappointed at the ensuing
Annual General Meeting.
The Board of Directors recommends their appointment.
AUDITORS'' REPORT:
Regarding the opinion of the auditors emphasis of matter which are self
explanatory in note no. 2B(l, m and n) the explanations of the
directors are as follows :
Regarding the share application monies and capital advances the
management is negotiating for an amicable settlement.
Regarding trade receviable the management is hopeful of recovering the
amount from debtors and hence no provision was made.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
There was no employee drawing remuneration in excess of the limits
prescribed under Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Particulars of Employees) Rules, 1975.
DEPOSITORY SYSTEMS:
Your Company continues with an arrangement with National Securities
Depositories Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India)
Limited (CDSL) for dematerialization of your Company''s securities in
accordance with the provisions of the Depositories Act 1995, which are
fully operational and members may avail of such facilities. With this,
the members have an option / discretion to hold their demat shares in
the Company through National Securities Depositories Limited and/or
Central Depository Services (India) Limited.
COMPLIANCE OF STOCK EXCHANGE FORMALITIES:
Your Company has fully complied with the Listing formalities of all the
Stock Exchanges where the Company''s shares are listed. Your Directors
have taken necessary action in connection with the
Guidelines/Regulations issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India
(SEBI) on Insider Trading.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS:
The Company has followed the mandatory Accounting Standards for
preparation of Financial Statements for the year ended 30th September,
2013.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
The Company has complied with all the recommendations of Corporate
Governance Code as provided in Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement. A
detailed report on Corporate Governance has been included separately in
the Annual Report.
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM AND THEIR ADEQUACY:
Your Company is committed to transparency, good Internal Controls and
risk Management. It has established Adequate System of Internal Control
commensurate with size of the business.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
Information pursuant to Section 217(1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956
read with the Companies (Disclosure of particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 is Nil.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
Foreign Exchange Earnings: Rs. 293.72 Lakhs Foreign Exchange Outgo: Rs.
76.01 Lakhs
DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
As per Section 217(2AA) of the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2000 your
Directors hereby confirm that Â
- In the preparation of these annual accounts, the applicable
accounting policies and standards are followed, as issued by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the requirements
of the Companies Act, 1956, to the extent applicable. No material
departures are noticed from the prescribed accounting standards;
- The accounting policies are consistently applied and reasonable,
prudent judgment and estimates are made so as to give a true and fair
view of the state of affairs of the Company as at the end of the year
ended September 30, 2013 and of the "Profit/(Loss)" of the Company for
that year;
- The accounts for the year-ended 30.9.2013 have been prepared on a
system of historical cost, on a going concern and on accrual basis;
- Proper and sufficient care has been taken for maintenance of adequate
accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act, for
safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting
fraud, errors and other irregularities;
- Financial Statements have been audited by Messrs Ishwar & Gopal,
Chartered Accountants, Bangalore, being the Statutory Auditors of the
Company.
UNUSUAL ITEMS AFTER THE YEAR END DATE:
In the opinion of the Directors, no item, transaction or event of a
material and unusual nature has arisen in the interval between the end
of the financial year and the date of this report which would affect
substantially the results of the operations of the Company and for the
financial year in which this report is made.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Your Directors thank the Shareholders/Investors for their response and
confidence, Customers, Vendors, Bankers, Channel Partners, Software
Technology Park of India, the various Central Government Departments
and State Government Departments for their invaluable co-operation and
support for your Company''s survival.
For and on behalf of the Board
Place: Bangalore V Ranganathan Shridhar S. Hegde
Date: 30th November, 2013 Managing Director Whole time Director
Sep 30, 2010
The Directors have great pleasure to present their Sixteenth Annual
Report together with the audited Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss
Account for the year ended 30th September, 2010.
FINANCIAL RESULTS :
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS & GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
(Rs. in lakhs)
Particulars 2009-10 2008-09
Total Income 5972.67 5046.91
Total Expenditure 5818.14 4876.23
Operating Profits (PBIDT) 154.53 170.68
Interest 2.49 3.82
Depreciation 15.89 20.55
Profit Before Extra Ordinary Income 136.15 146.31
Provision for Tax - MAT 25.24 0
Profit after Current Tax but before
Deferred Tax 110.91 146.31
Deferred Tax
Profit available for appropriations/
(Loss) 110.91 146.31
Despite the recessionary trends which continued globally, your Company
was able to achieve better results. Although the Company had a slow
start, momentum was picked up progressively. Signs of the domestic
economy turning to optimistic position were visible on the horizon.
Your Company continued to focus on the hardware business which has been
major revenue earner.
Efforts infused on ITeS have started yielding enthusiastic results.
With your approval, the Company hived off ITeS business in to its
subsidiary Company namely Cerebra LPO India Limited.
The Shareholders may recall that your Board had covered in the last
Annual Report the proposal to set up Electronic Recycling Plant to
address E-Waste Management. Immense efforts have been infused post last
Annual General Meeting towards this direction and following are the key
milestones:
a. The Company has signed up with Foreign Technical Consultants,
Cimelia Resource Recovery Pte Ltd.,Singapore
b. Approvals of Shareholders were obtained for all the related
requirements including preferential issues of Shares/Warrants to
Foreign Technical Consultants and Plant and Machinery Vendors,
Strategic Investors and Promoters.
c. Requisite approvals are being sought from the Foreign Investment
Promotion Board (FIPB) of the Government of India, Stock Exchanges and
other Regulatory Authorities to enable implementation of the aforesaid
Project.
d. At the Global Investors Meet (GIM) sponsored by the Government of
Karnataka, 10 acres of Industrial land to house E-Waste Recycling
Project and 2 acres at the IT tech Park near the International Airport
to establish ITeS business were allotted to your Company.
e. Fund raising to meet the CAPEX and OPEX programs is in the process
of being tied up. Partial funds have already been raised.
f. Requisite Training Program on the E-Waste business has been
initiated in Singapore for the Companys Personnel.
g. One mobile shredder and one fixed shredder are expected to arrive
from Singapore to commercially commence the E-Waste related business
prior to the actual implementation of the Project.
h. Formally, in the presence of esteemed members of the Press,
Directors and Senior Executives of Technical Consultant from Singapore,
many Investors, Wholetime Directors of your Company and certain other
dignitaries, Mr.Paul Folmsbee, Consul General, American Consulate
General, Mumbai, launched the E-Waste Recycling Project at Mumbai.
Your Company has enhanced its head count. With the approval of
Shareholders through Postal Ballot, the ITeS division was vested in
Cerebra LPO India Limited.
Your Directors report that the Company continues to be debt free.
SUBSIDIARY COMPANY- ITES DIVISION:
Cerebra LPO India Limited has achieved better results in Legal Process
Outsourcing and Medical Transcription segments. The Company has added
sustainable and profitable clients chiefly from the USA and the UK.
Several marketing initiatives were implemented with strategic alliances
with both the aforesaid countries. Growth on both the segments is
expected to be robust and the Company has no hesitation in exploring
inorganic growth opportunities. Statement pursuant to Section 212 of
the Companies Act 1956, relating to companys interest in Subsidiary
Company of Cerebra LPO India Ltd is given in Annexure I forming part of
the Directors Report.
DIVIDEND:
Your Directors regret to inform you that no dividend is declared for
the year-ended 30.9.2010 as the Company require its profits to be
ploughed back in view of the expansion program and to meet working
capital needs.
DIRECTORS:
Mr. Gururaja K. Upadhya and Mr. S. Gopalakrishnan, Directors, retire by
rotation, in accordance with the Companies Act, 1956 and the Articles
of Association of the Company and being eligible, offer themselves for
re- appointment.
FIXED DEPOSITS:
Your Company has neither accepted nor renewed any Fixed Deposits during
the year ended 30" September, 2010.
AUDIT COMMITTEE :
Audit Committee constituted by the Board of Directors with requisite
composition to fall in line with the prevailing laws continued to
discharge its functions during the year under report.
AUDITORS:
Messrs M S Reddy & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore,
Auditors of the Company retire at the end of forthcoming Annual General
Meeting and have decided not to seek appointment. Based on the
recommendation of the Audit Committee and in line with the provisions
of the Companies Act, 1956, the Board recommends the appointment of
Messrs Ishwar & Gopal, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore as Auditors to
hold office up to the date of the next Annual General Meeting.
AUDITORS REPORT :
Regarding comments of ihe Auditors in their report dated 29.11.2010 the
explanations of the Directors are as follows:
a) The Management is hopeful of recovering the amount from debtors and
hence no provision was made.
b) The Directors draw attention to the Notes to Accounts No. 8 and the
Management is in the process of obtaining confirmations.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
There was no employee drawing remuneration in excess of the limits
prescribed under Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Particulars of employees) Rules, 1975.
DEPOSITORY SYSTEMS:
Your Company continues with an arrangement with National Securities
Depositories Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India)
Limited (CDSL)fordematerialization of your Companys securities in
accordance with the provisions of the Depositories Act 1995, which are
fully operational and members may avail of such facilities. With this,
the members have an option / discretion to hold their demat shares in
the Company through National Securities Depositories Limited and/or
Central Depository Services (India) Limited.
COMPLIANCE OF STOCK EXCHANGE FORMALITIES :
Your Company has fully complied with the Listing formalities of all the
Stock Exchanges where the Companys shares are listed. Your Directors
have taken necessary action in connection with the
Guidelines/Regulations issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India
(SEBI) on InsiderTrading.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS:
The Company has followed the mandatory Accounting Standards for
preparation of Financial Statements for the year ended September
30,2010.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
The Company has complied with all the recommendations of Corporate
Governance Code as provided in Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement. A
detailed report on Corporate Governance has been included separately in
the Annual Report.
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM AND THEIR ADEQUACY :
Your Company is committed to transparency, good Internal Controls and
risk Management. It has established Adequate System of Internal Control
commensurate with size of the business.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
Information pursuant to Section 217(1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956
read with the Companies (Disclosure of particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988.
(A) CONSERVATION OF ENERGY :
Though the Company does not have energy intensive operations, it
continues to adopt energy conservation measures. Energy conservation
programs adopted by the Company are -
(i) Continuous monitoring of energy consumption.
(ii) spreading awareness among the employees on the need to conserve
energy.
(iii) optimizing plant and machinery system performance to reduce cost.
Further, the Company is implementing the provisions of ISO 14001 :
2004, though it has not obtained the certification and has taken an
organizational objective to optimize energy utilization.
(B) FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO :
Foreign Exchange Earnings: Rs. 0.96 Lakh Foreign Exchange Outgo: Rs.
0.00 Lakh
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT :
As per Section 217(2AA) of the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2000 your
Directors hereby confirm that -
à In the preparation of these annual accounts, the applicable
accounting policies and standards are followed, as issued by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the requirements
of the Companies Act, 1956, to the extent applicable. No material
departures are noticed from the prescribed accounting standards;
à The accounting policies are consistently applied and reasonable,
prudent judgment and estimates are made so as to give a true and fair
view of the state of affairs of the Company as at the end of the year
ended September 30,2010 and of the "Profit/(Loss)" of the Company
forthat year;
à The accounts for the year-ended 30.9.2010 have been prepared on a
system of historical cost, on a going concern and on accrual basis;
à Proper and sufficient care has been taken for maintenance of adequate
accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act, for
safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting
fraud, errors and other irregularities;
à Financial Statements have been audited by Messrs M S Reddy &
Associates, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore, being the Statutory
Auditors of the Company.
UNUSUAL ITEMS AFTER THE YEAR END DATE:
In the opinion of the Directors, no item, transaction or event of a
material and unusual nature has arisen in the interval between the end
of the financial year and the date of this report which would affect
substantially the results of the operations of the Company and for the
financial year in which this report is made.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS :
Your Directors thank the Shareholders/Investors for their response and
confidence, Customers, Vendors, Bankers, Channel Partners, Software
Technology Park of India, the various Central Government Departments
and State Government Departments for their invaluable co-operation and
support for your Companys survival and growth.
For and on behalf of the Board
Place: Bangalore V Ranganathan Shridhar S. Hegde
Date: 29.11.2010 Managing Director Wholetime Director
Sep 30, 2009
The Directors present their Fifteenth Annual Report together with the
audited Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Account for the year ended
30th September, 2009.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
(Rs. in lakhs)
Particulars 2008-09 2007-08
Total Income 5046.91 1646.79
Total Expenditure 4876.23 1517.77
Operating Profits (PBIDT) 170.68 129.02
Interest 3.82 6.21
Depreciation 20.55 16.30
Profit Before Extra Ordinary Income 146.31 106.51
Extra Ordinary Income 0 878.94
Provision for Tax - Current 0 0.72
Profit after Current Tax but before
Deferred Tax 146.31 984.73
Deferred Tax -
Profit available for appropriations/(Loss) 146.31 984.73
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS:
After a period of 5 years, your Board is pleased to report that the
efforts infused in all directions to revive the Company have initiated
to yield results. Shareholders will note that the Financial Results
validate the performance of the Company. Substantially higher growth
coupled with robust enhanced profits have instilled tremendous
confidence in Team Cerebra. The Company during the year executed
orders in the hardware sector. The Company has entered into contracts
with some companies on Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) and job
work for its EMS Division. Your Company explored the opportunities and
started operations in the areas of Legal Process Outsourcing, Medical
Transcription etc., for its IT/ITeS division.
The Company was discharged by BIFR Your Company has no borrowings from
any Bank(s) or Financial Institution(s). EXPANSION PLAN:
Having exited from the purview of Board for Industrial and Financial
Reconstruction (BIFR), your Company has reverted back to the profitable
position. The Board having felt that the time has come to expand or
diversify took 3erious initiatives towards this direction. After
careful and in-depth study, it was decided to synergically set up
electronic recycling plant for E-Waste Management. Your Company with
the technical support of an overseas Technology Enterprise will
initiate the business accordingly in this direction.
The Directors seek your approvals to various resolutions enabling the
setting up of the business. From time to time, Investors will be
updated on the process.
ITES DIVISION:
With a view to have clear cut demarcation of segments, your Directors
after in-depth evaluation, decided to hive off the Information
Technology Enabled Services (ITES) business of the Company to its
subsidiary namely Cerebra LPO India Limited pursuant to Section 293
(1)(a) of the Companies Act, 1956. Directors hereby seek your approval
for the same through Postal Ballot pursuant to Section 192Aof the
Companies Act, 1956, for which relevant documents have been already
forwarded to you.
DIVIDEND:
Your Directors regret to inform you that no dividend is declared for
the year-ended 30.9.2009 in view of the Company requiring its profits
to be ploughed back in view of the expansion program and to meet
working capital needs.
DIRECTORS:
Mr. T. S. Suresh Kumar and Mr. P. E. Krishnan, Directors, retire by
rotation. In accordance with the Companies Act, 1956 and Articles of
Association of the Company and being eligible, offer themselves for
re-appointment.
FIXED DEPOSITS:
Your Company has neither accepted nor renewed any Fixed Deposits during
the year ended 30th September, 2009.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Audit Committee constituted by the Board of Directors with requisite
composition to fall in line with the prevailing laws continued to
discharge its functions during the year under report.
AUDITORS:
Messrs. M S Reddy & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore,
Auditors of the Company retire at the end of forthcoming Annual General
Meeting and are eligible for appointment.
Auditors observations: regarding comments of the Auditor in their
report dated 30.11.2009 the explanation of the Directors are as
follows:
a) The management is hopeful of recovering the amount from debtors and
hence no provision was made.
b) The Directors and the management is in the process of obtaining
confirmations.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
There was no employee drawing remuneration in excess of the limits
prescribed under Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Particulars of employees) Rules, 1975.
DEPOSITORY SYSTEMS
Your Company continues with an arrangement with National Securities
Depositories Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India)
Limited (CDSL) for dematerialization of your Companys securities in
accordance with the provisions of the Depositories Act 1995, which are
fully operational and members may avail of such facilities. With this,
the members have an option / discretion to hold their Demat shares in
the Company through National Securities Depositories Limited and/or
Central Depository Services (India) Limited.
COMPLIANCE OF STOCK EXCHANGE FORMALITIES:
Your Company has fully complied with the Listing formalities of all the
Stock Exchanges where the Companys shares are listed. Your Directors
have taken necessary action in connection with the
Guidelines/Regulations issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India
(SEBI) on Insider Trading.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS:
The Company has followed the mandatory Accounting Standards for
preparation of Financial Statements for the year ended September 30,
2009.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
The Company has complied with all the recommendations of Corporate
Governance Code as provided in Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement. A
detailed report on Corporate Governance has been included separately in
the Annual Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
Information pursuant to Section 217(1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956
read with the Companies (Disclosure of particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 is Nil.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
Foreign Exchange Earnings: Rs. 50.93 Lakhs Foreign Exchange Outgo: Rs.
Nil
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
As per Section 217(2AA) of the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2000 your
Directors hereby confirm that -
-In the preparation of these annual accounts, the applicable accounting
policies and standards are followed, as issued by the Institute of
Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the requirements of the
Companies Act, 1956, to the extent applicable. No material departures
are noticed from the prescribed accounting standards;
-The accounting policies are consistently applied and reasonable,
prudent judgment and estimates are made so as to give a true and fair
view of the state of affairs of the Company as at the end of the year
ended September 30, 2009 and of the "Profit/(Loss)" of the Company for
that year;
-The accounts for the year-ended 30.9.2009 have been prepared on a
system of historical cost, on a going concern and on accrual basis;
-Proper and sufficient care has been taken for maintenance of adequate
accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act, for
safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting
fraud, errors and other irregularities;
-Financial Statements have been audited by Messrs. M S Reddy &
Associates, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore, being the Statutory
Auditors of the Company.
UNUSUAL ITEMS AFTER THE YEAR END DATE:
In the opinion of the Directors, no item, transaction or event of a
material and unusual nature has arisen in the interval between the end
of the financial year and the date of this report which would affect
substantially the results of the operations of the Company and for the
financial year in which this report is made.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Your Directors thank the Shareholders/Investors for their response and
confidence, Customers, Vendors, Bankers, Channel Partners, Software
Technology Park of India, the various Central Government Departments
and State Government Departments for their invaluable co-operation and
support for your Companys survival.
For and on behalf of the Board
Place: Bangalore V Ranganathan Gururaja K Upadhya
Date: 30.11.2009 Managing Director Director Technical
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