Zack Silver's questions to SONIM TECHNOLOGIES (SONM) leadership • Q3 2020
Question
Zack Silver asked about potential changes to the carrier-led distribution model in 2021, how the new SmartScanner and international sales channels will differ, and the company's confidence in its liquidity runway given the cash burn for new product investment.
Answer
CEO Tom Wilkinson detailed a multi-channel strategy: rugged phones will continue through North American carriers, while SmartScanners will use other channels like distributors and value-added resellers, particularly in Europe where carriers are less dominant. CFO Bob Tirva expressed confidence in their liquidity, explaining that they have modeled the product transition, implemented significant cost savings, and managed the balance sheet to ensure they have sufficient capital to bridge the gap to new product launches.