Investor Relations - FAQs

When and where was the company established?

Beta Systems Software AG was established in Berlin in 1983 and changed to the legal form of a stock corporation in 1991.

 

What products does Beta Systems offer and what is the company's business?

Beta Systems Software AG provides high-end software products and solutions in the field of IT security and transparency, as well as for the automated processing of ultra-large data and document volumes. In the "Data Center Automation & Audit", "Identity & Access Governance" and "Document Processing & Audit" business segments, the company supports its customers in the optimization of IT security and the automation of business processes, and with an extensive range of products, solutions and consulting in "GRC – Governance, Risk & Compliance" for legal and business compliance requirements.

 

How is the company structured?

As part of realigning its business model, Beta Systems completed the transition to a functional organization structure. The new internal reporting and organization structure comprises the new segments (profit centers) of Software, Maintenance and Services.

 

Who are Beta Systems' customers?

Large corporations with operations spanning the globe, mid-sized companies and organizations in the business of financial services, IT services, in industry, trading and telecommunications, as well as public-sector administration benefit especially from Beta Systems Software AG's software products and solutions for the secure and efficient processing of bulk data as, owing to their size and the nature of their business, they need to process huge volumes of sensitive data and documents in critical business processes.

 

What are the most important key data?

Key data (in k€)	2010	SFY 20111
Revenues	47,642	25,208
EBITDA	-693	-4,706
EBIT	-3,548	-6,384
Net result for the period	814	-7,299
Cash flow from operating activities	67	8,385
Cash and cash equivalents	1,223	4,561
Short-term finance	9,725	1,066
Shareholders' equity	30,216	22,869
Total assets	63,510	42,672
Equity ratio in %	47.6	53.6
Number of employees	347	284

¹   Short fiscal year covering the period from January to September 2011

 

When does Beta Systems Software AG's fiscal year begin and when does it end?

The fiscal year was changed in 2011. It now begins on October 1 and ends on September 30 of the following year. A short fiscal year was formed for the period from January 1, 2011 through to September 30, 2011.

 

What accounting standards does Beta Systems Software AG apply to its reporting?

The switch of reporting to IFRS prescribed under the law took place when the report on the first half of 2005 was drawn up. In addition, the annual report is prepared in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB).

 

When will the next quarterly figures be released?

The dates of publication of the detailed results of operations for the current quarter can be found in the Financial Calendar.

 

How can I order the current Annual Report?

The Annual Report of Beta Systems Software AG is available for downloading from the company's website under the Financial Reports heading. The print version can be ordered via e-mail sent to ir@betasystems.com or by fax, +49-(0)30-726118-881.

 

When was Beta Systems IPO and on which stock exchanges trade is the Beta Systems share traded?

Beta Systems Software AG made its stock exchange debut in June 1997. The share is traded under the securities identification number 522440 (ISIN DE0005224406) on General Standard of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FWB), ticker symbol: BSS. The share is not currently listed on international stock exchanges.

See also: Share - Share Details

 

Which indices does Beta Systems Software AG belong to?

Beta Systems Software AG is represented in the following indices (respective share price and performance): CDAX, DAXsector All Software, DAXsubsector All Software, General All-Share; stock markets (source: Deutsche Börse).

 

How many shares are there?

The company's capital stock amounts to € 25,913,382.30, divided into 19,933,371 no-par bearer shares.

See also: Share - Share Details

 

How can I buy the shares of Beta Systems Software AG?

You can buy the shares of Beta Systems Software AG through your depositary bank, a stockbroker or generally any institution that offers this type of brokerage service. You will need a share deposit account where the securities can be booked. You issue a purchase order to the institution holding your deposit account.

 

How well has the Beta share performed?

You will find an update of the share price performance here.

 

What is the shareholder structure of Beta Systems Software AG?

You will find a chart illustrating the current shareholder structure here.

 

Is dividend paid?

Beta Systems Software AG did not pay dividend in 2011 for the fiscal year 2010. Similarly, there will be no dividend distribution for the short financial year 2011. If Beta Systems Software AG (parent company) makes an accumulated profit in the coming years, the Management Board will consider paying dividend depending on the respective financial position and investment requirements.

 

When and where will the next Annual General Meeting of Shareholders take place?

The next regular Annual General Meeting of Shareholders of Beta Systems Software Aktiengesellschaft will take place in Berlin in the spring of 2013.