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ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES (ZBRA)

Zebra Technologies Corporation is a global leader in the Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) industry, providing Enterprise Asset Intelligence (EAI) solutions. The company offers a wide range of products, including mobile computing devices, barcode scanners and imagers, RFID readers, specialty printers for barcode labeling and personal identification, real-time location systems (RTLS), and related software applications . Additionally, Zebra Technologies provides machine vision and robotics automation solutions, along with comprehensive services such as maintenance, technical support, repair, managed and professional services, and cloud-based software subscriptions .

  1. Enterprise Visibility & Mobility (EVM) - Specializes in automatic information and data capture solutions, including mobile computing and data capture technologies.
  2. Asset Intelligence & Tracking (AIT) - Focuses on barcode printing and asset tracking technologies, including RFID and real-time location systems (RTLS) offerings.

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NamePositionExternal RolesShort Bio

William J. Burns

ExecutiveBoard

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

None

CEO since March 2023; joined Zebra in 2015; previously Chief Product & Solutions Officer; former CEO of Embrane and Spirent Communications.

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Colleen M. O’Sullivan

Executive

Chief Accounting Officer

None

Chief Accounting Officer since 2016; previously held senior finance roles at Career Education Corporation and Hewitt Associates.

Cristen L. Kogl

Executive

Chief Legal Officer

Board Member at Crane NXT; Director at U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Trustee at Lake Forest College.

Chief Legal Officer since September 2018; joined Zebra in 2015; oversees legal and compliance functions.

Jeffrey F. Schmitz

Executive

Chief People Officer

Member of Forbes HR Council.

Chief People Officer since March 2023; joined Zebra in 2016 as Chief Marketing Officer; led Zebra's PartnerConnect program and brand refresh.

Joseph R. White

Executive

Chief Product & Solutions Officer

Board Member at Celcy.

Chief Product & Solutions Officer since March 2023; joined Zebra in 2001; holds 10 RFID patents; recipient of 2019 Richard R. Dilling Award.

Michael Cho

Executive

Chief Strategy Officer

None

Chief Strategy Officer since February 2013; joined Zebra in 2010; previously held leadership roles at Amcor and CommScope.

Nathan Winters

Executive

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Board Member at Junior Achievement of Chicago; Member of Accounting Advisory Board at University of Kentucky.

CFO since January 2021; joined Zebra in 2018; previously held leadership roles at GE Healthcare.

Richard E. Hudson

Executive

Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)

None

CRO since November 2023; joined Zebra in 2014; previously SVP and GM for EMEA region; led major wins like Royal Mail.

Tamara D. Froese

Executive

Chief Supply Chain Officer

None

Chief Supply Chain Officer since November 2022; joined Zebra in 2020; previously spent 20 years at General Motors.

Anders Gustafsson

Board

Executive Chair of the Board

Board Member at NetApp and International Paper; Trustee at Shedd Aquarium; Member of Civic Committee of Chicago.

CEO from 2007 to March 2023; transitioned to Executive Chair; led Zebra's transformation into a global leader in enterprise asset intelligence.

Frank B. Modruson

Board

Independent Class II Director

Board Member at Hy Cite Enterprises and Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Director since 2014; former CIO of Accenture; inducted into CIO Hall of Fame; expertise in technology, cybersecurity, and corporate governance.

Janice M. Roberts

Board

Independent Class III Director

Partner at Benhamou Global Ventures; Board Member at NETGEAR, Totango, and Uneeq.

Director since 2013; nearly four decades of global technology and venture capital experience; expertise in marketing, sales, and business development.

Kenneth B. Miller

Board

Independent Class I Director

EVP and CFO of Juniper Networks.

Director since May 2024; CFO of Juniper Networks; led strategic acquisitions and supply chain transformations; recognized for financial leadership.

Linda M. Connly

Board

Independent Class III Director

Board Member at PortCo/Presidio; Advisor at Wasabi Technologies; Trustee at Saint Anselm College.

Director since 2020; expert in go-to-market strategies; previously led global sales transformations at EMC and Rackspace.

Nelda J. Connors

Board

Independent Class II Director

CEO of Pine Grove Holdings; Board Member at Otis Worldwide; Advisor to Nissan North America.

Director since 2022; extensive experience in global manufacturing and diversified industrial companies; recognized for financial acumen and governance expertise.

Ross W. Manire

Board

Independent Class I Director

Board Member at The Andersons and Hellen Systems; Chairman of Vivacity LLC.

Director since 2003; former CEO of ExteNet Systems; expertise in finance, technology, and corporate governance; Chair of Zebra's Audit Committee.

Satish Dhanasekaran

Board

Independent Class I Director

President and CEO of Keysight Technologies.

Director since May 2023; CEO of Keysight Technologies; led Keysight's transformation into a software-centric company and leadership in 5G.

  1. Given the macroeconomic uncertainty and higher interest rates raising hurdles for M&A, how do you plan to achieve your growth targets if acquisition opportunities are limited, and are you concerned that delaying M&A could hinder your strategic objectives?
  2. With customers continuing to scrutinize their budgets and large deal activity not returning to historic levels, how confident are you in achieving your raised sales growth guidance, and what specific factors give you confidence in a second-half rebound?
  3. As some customers consider trading down to lower-tier devices affecting pricing and margins, are you experiencing any margin erosion in specific segments, and how are you mitigating these risks amid competitive pressures?
  4. Your cautious approach to inventory management has led you to supply distributors with less product than requested; could this risk missing potential sales if demand picks up faster than expected, and how are you balancing this with the need to prevent overstocking?
  5. Considering the modest increase in shipping rates and cost inflation, to what extent could rising logistics costs impact your margins in the second half, and what strategies do you have in place to offset these cost pressures?

Research analysts who have asked questions during ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES earnings calls.

Joseph Giordano

TD Cowen

4 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: ABLZF, APH, ASAI +20 more

Keith Housum

Northcoast Research

4 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: AXON, BRC, CDW +9 more

Andrew Buscaglia

BNP Paribas

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: AME, APH, CGNX +10 more

Bradley Hewitt

Wolfe Research

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: FTV, ITT, JBI +2 more

Brian Drab

William Blair & Company

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: DCI, DDD, ENS +11 more

Chris Grenga

Needham & Company

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: AEIS, CECO, CLH +6 more

Damian Karas

UBS

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: AOS, CGNX, CR +13 more

Guy Hardwick

Freedom Capital Markets

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: APH, PI, SCSC +4 more

Meta Marshall

Morgan Stanley

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: ANET, AXON, BAND +21 more

Piyush Avasthy

Citi

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: CGNX, RAL

Robert Mason

Robert W. Baird & Co.

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: AEIS, AME, ATMU +12 more

Thomas Moll

Stephens Inc.

3 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: CARR, CGNX, DGII +13 more

Jamie Cook

Truist Securities

2 questions for ZBRA

Also covers: ACM, AGCO, AME +17 more

Brad Hewitt

Wolfe Research, LLC

1 question for ZBRA

Also covers: GGG, ITT, NDSN +1 more

Edward Magi

BNP Paribas

1 question for ZBRA

Also covers: NDSN

James Ricchiuti

Needham & Company, LLC

1 question for ZBRA

Also covers: AEIS, BELFA, BHE +20 more

Karan Juvekar

Morgan Stanley

1 question for ZBRA

Also covers: INFN, LITE

Kenneth Newman

KeyBanc Capital Markets

1 question for ZBRA

Also covers: AIT, BOOM, FAST +8 more

Ken Newman

KeyBanc Capital Markets

1 question for ZBRA

Also covers: AIT, BOOM, CGNX +8 more

Rob Jamieson

TD Cowen

1 question for ZBRA

Tommy Moll

Stephens Inc.

1 question for ZBRA

Also covers: CGNX, DGII, DSGR +9 more
Program DetailsProgram 1Program 2
Approval DateJuly 30, 2019 May 17, 2022
End Date/DurationCompleted in Q4 2022 No stated expiration date
Total additional amount$1 billion $1 billion
Remaining authorization$0 $877 million
DetailsCompleted Active, subject to market conditions
YearAmount Due (Millions)Debt TypeInterest Rate (%)% of Total Debt
202489Current Portion of Term Loan A6.604.1% = (89 / 2183) * 100
2026N/ATerm Loan A (Quarterly Installments Begin)6.60N/A
2027Majority of Term Loan ATerm Loan A6.60N/A
2027N/AReceivables Financing Facility5.89N/A
2027N/ARevolving Credit Facility6.19N/A
2032500Senior Notes6.5022.9% = (500 / 2183) * 100

Competitors mentioned in the company's latest 10K filing.

CompanyDescription

Datalogic

Competitors in mobile computing and related services include companies that have historically served enterprises with ruggedized devices. For some applications, we compete with companies that provide tablets and smart phones. Competitors include: Datalogic, Honeywell, and Panasonic.

Competitors in mobile computing and related services include companies that have historically served enterprises with ruggedized devices. For some applications, we compete with companies that provide tablets and smart phones. Competitors include: Datalogic, Honeywell, and Panasonic.

Panasonic

Competitors in mobile computing and related services include companies that have historically served enterprises with ruggedized devices. For some applications, we compete with companies that provide tablets and smart phones. Competitors include: Datalogic, Honeywell, and Panasonic.

Newland

We also compete against smaller companies that focus on limited product subsets or specific regions, including Newland and Impinj.

We also compete against smaller companies that focus on limited product subsets or specific regions, including Newland and Impinj.

Competitors in our fixed industrial scanning and machine vision business include Cognex, SICK, and Keyence.

SICK

Competitors in our fixed industrial scanning and machine vision business include Cognex, SICK, and Keyence.

Keyence

Competitors in our fixed industrial scanning and machine vision business include Cognex, SICK, and Keyence.

Fargo Electronics

Competitors include: Fargo Electronics (a unit of HID Global), Honeywell, Sato, Toshiba TEC, TSC, Brother, and Dymo.

Sato

Competitors include: Fargo Electronics (a unit of HID Global), Honeywell, Sato, Toshiba TEC, TSC, Brother, and Dymo.

Toshiba TEC

Competitors include: Fargo Electronics (a unit of HID Global), Honeywell, Sato, Toshiba TEC, TSC, Brother, and Dymo.

TSC

Competitors include: Fargo Electronics (a unit of HID Global), Honeywell, Sato, Toshiba TEC, TSC, Brother, and Dymo.

Brother

Competitors include: Fargo Electronics (a unit of HID Global), Honeywell, Sato, Toshiba TEC, TSC, Brother, and Dymo.

Dymo

Competitors include: Fargo Electronics (a unit of HID Global), Honeywell, Sato, Toshiba TEC, TSC, Brother, and Dymo.

Chainway

We compete with numerous companies operating in this market including Impinj, Chainway, Alien, Rodinbell, JADAK, Ubisense, and Invengo.

Alien

We compete with numerous companies operating in this market including Impinj, Chainway, Alien, Rodinbell, JADAK, Ubisense, and Invengo.

Rodinbell

We compete with numerous companies operating in this market including Impinj, Chainway, Alien, Rodinbell, JADAK, Ubisense, and Invengo.

JADAK

We compete with numerous companies operating in this market including Impinj, Chainway, Alien, Rodinbell, JADAK, Ubisense, and Invengo.

Ubisense

We compete with numerous companies operating in this market including Impinj, Chainway, Alien, Rodinbell, JADAK, Ubisense, and Invengo.

Invengo

We compete with numerous companies operating in this market including Impinj, Chainway, Alien, Rodinbell, JADAK, Ubisense, and Invengo.

CustomerRelationshipSegmentDetails

Customer A

Distributor of the company's offerings

AIT and EVM

21% of 2024 net sales ($1,046 million ) and 24% of 2024 accounts receivable ($166 million )

Customer B

Distributor of the company's offerings

AIT and EVM

19% of 2024 net sales ($946 million ) and 13% of 2024 accounts receivable ($90 million )

Customer C

Distributor of the company's offerings

AIT and EVM

14% of 2024 net sales ($697 million ) and 11% of 2024 accounts receivable ($76 million )

NameStart DateEnd DateReason for Change
Ernst & Young LLP2005 PresentCurrent auditor

Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.

CompanyYearDetails

Photoneo

2025

The acquisition is planned to close in Q1 2025 after a definitive agreement signed on December 27, 2024, with a €60 million cash purchase, aiming to expand Zebra’s 3D machine vision solutions into automotive manufacturing and logistics while contributing around 30 basis points of incremental revenue.

Matrox Imaging

2022

Completed on June 3, 2022, this deal was executed for a total of $878 million (with a mix of cash on hand and financing), integrating advanced machine vision components and systems into Zebra’s Enterprise Visibility & Mobility (EVM) segment, and creating significant goodwill and intangible assets to bolster global expansion and automation offerings.

Recent press releases and 8-K filings for ZBRA.

Zebra Technologies completes acquisition of Elo Touch Solutions
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M&A
  • Zebra Technologies announced the closing of its acquisition of Elo Touch Solutions for approximately $1.3 billion, with the transaction completed on September 30, 2025.
  • The deal expands Zebra’s addressable market by about $8 billion, bolstering its customer-facing frontline offerings.
  • Elo brings decades of touchscreen innovation across POS systems, self-service kiosks and interactive digital displays serving retail, QSR, healthcare and industrial sectors.
  • The combined platform will integrate Zebra’s compute and scanning capabilities with Elo’s display solutions to enable unified commerce and more intelligent frontline operations.
8 days ago
Zebra Technologies completes acquisition of Elo
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M&A
  • Zebra Technologies (NASDAQ: ZBRA) completed its acquisition of Elo Touch Solutions, expanding its customer-facing workflows and increasing its addressable market by approximately $8 billion.
  • Elo brings decades of touchscreen innovation and over hundreds of patents, supplying POS systems, self-serve kiosks and interactive displays across retail, hospitality, QSR, healthcare and industrial markets.
  • The combined portfolio will deliver a unified platform across mobile and fixed digital touchpoints, enhancing frontline efficiency and elevating customer experiences in key industries.
8 days ago
Zebra Technologies reports Q2 2025 results
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Earnings
Guidance Update
M&A
  • Q2 net sales of $1,293 M with 6.3% organic growth, driven by North America (+8%), Asia Pacific (+20%) and Latin America (+11%)
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin of 20.6% (+10 bps) and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $3.61 (+13.5%)
  • YTD free cash flow of $288 M, $250 M of share repurchases and a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.2x
  • FY25 guidance raised to 5–7% sales growth, 21–22% adjusted EBITDA margin, non-GAAP EPS $15.25–$15.75 and free cash flow ≥ $800 M (includes ~50 bps benefit from Photoneo and pending Elo acquisition)
Aug 5, 2025, 12:30 PM
Zebra Technologies Outlines Strategic Growth Initiatives at William Blair Conference
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Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
Share Buyback
  • Overview of business segmentation and growth strategy: Zebra discussed its dual segments—enterprise visibility & mobility and asset tracking—with emphasis on digitizing and automating workflows to drive efficiency across key markets like retail, T&L, manufacturing, and healthcare.
  • Focus on supply chain diversification and pricing adjustments: The company highlighted its progress in reducing reliance on China—from 85% pre-2019 to an expected 30% by mid-2025—and noted a 10% price increase for North American products contributing incremental revenue, while managing tariff exposures.
  • Emphasis on innovation and strategic investments: Zebra underscored its commitment to consistently invest about 10% of sales in R&D, drive margin expansion, and pursue opportunistic share repurchases and M&A to support long-term growth.
Jun 4, 2025, 5:46 PM
Zebra Technologies outlines strategic vision at special call
·$ZBRA
New Projects/Investments
Guidance Update
Share Buyback
  • Zebra is focusing on a vision that makes every asset and frontline worker visible and connected, leveraging technologies like AI, robotics, and machine vision to digitize environments and drive productivity.
  • The company reported approximately $5 billion in revenue and emphasized its strong, global customer base—including over 80% of Fortune 500 companies—to support broad-based growth across retail, transportation, health care, and manufacturing segments.
  • Zebra is investing in both organic growth and selective M&A opportunities, while also increasing its recurring revenue through software, services (about 25% of the business), and share buybacks to enhance overall profitability and market leadership.
May 31, 2025, 8:16 AM
Zebra Technologies Sets 2025 Revenue Guidance and Addresses Tariff Impacts
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Guidance Update
Share Buyback
M&A
  • 2025 revenue guidance remains in the 3% to 7% range with strong Q1 performance and mid-single-digit growth expected in Q2, reflecting ongoing confidence despite customer and macro uncertainty.
  • The company is managing tariff headwinds, estimating a current direct cost impact of approximately $70 million for the year, mitigated in part by proactive pricing increases (around 10% on its mobile computing platform).
  • Zebra is accelerating its expansion in machine vision and software, highlighted by strategic acquisitions like Photoneo to cover solutions from low-end to high-end applications.
  • A robust balance sheet underpins a capital allocation strategy that generated over $1 billion in free cash flow over four quarters, supported by an active share repurchase program of approximately $200 million in recent months.
May 21, 2025, 12:36 PM
Zebra Technologies Q1 2025 Financial Results Overview
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Earnings
Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
Share Buyback
Revenue Acceleration/Inflection
  • Sales Growth: Net sales reached over $1.3 billion with approximately 11–12% YoY and 11.9% organic growth, driven by broad‐based improvement across product categories and regions
  • Profitability Highlights: Achieved non‐GAAP diluted EPS of $4.02, an adjusted EBITDA margin of 22.3%, alongside GAAP results of $2.62 EPS and $136M net income
  • Tariff Impact & Outlook: Reported an annualized gross profit headwind of $80–90M from tariffs—with mitigation via supply chain diversification—and maintained a positive outlook amid robust demand
  • Cash Performance: Generated $158M in free cash flow and maintained strong liquidity at $879M
  • Capital & Investments: Executed share repurchases totaling $125–200M and advanced growth initiatives with a $62M acquisition of Photoneo
Apr 29, 2025, 12:31 PM