Five-year revenue growth of 4,943% places company 33rd in top 500
CALGARY, Oct. 23 /CNW/ - IDC (Imaging Dynamics Company Ltd.) (TSX: IDL), today announced that it has been named to Deloitte's 2007 Technology Fast 500, a ranking of the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications and life sciences companies in North America. Rankings are based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth over the five-year period, from 2002 - 2006.
"IDC's inclusion in the Deloitte 500 is another benchmark in our global growth and success in digital radiography technology," said Darryl Stein, president and CEO for IDC. "The market has responded enthusiastically to our value proposition. By providing the most advanced digital X-ray technology at a low cost, IDC is delivering advanced diagnostics to healthcare professionals around the world. We are honored to be among such innovative and successful technology companies."
"Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 recognizes technology companies who have achieved extraordinary growth in North America's most innovative and competitive sectors," said Phil Asmundson, vice chairman, U.S. Technology, Media and Telecommunications, Deloitte & Touche USA LLP. "We congratulate IDC on this significant accomplishment."
Fast 500 Selection and Qualifying Criteria
The Fast 500 is compiled from Deloitte's 16 regional North American Fast 50 programs, nominations submitted directly to the Fast 500, and public company database research. Companies are selected based on percentage revenue growth from 2002 to 2006.
Entrants must own proprietary intellectual property or proprietary technology that contributes to a significant portion of the company's operating revenues or devote a significant proportion of revenues to research and development of technology. Using other companies' technology or intellectual property in a unique way does not qualify. Base-year operating revenues must be at least $50,000 USD or $75,000 CND, and current-year operating revenues must be at least $5 million USD or CND. Companies must be in business a minimum of five years, and they must be headquartered within North America.
About IDC
IDC (Imaging Dynamics Company) is a medical technology company and innovative force in the fast-growing field of digital radiography (DR) technology. IDC's X-Series of direct capture technology replaces conventional film-based X-rays and provides a cost-effective alternative to cassette based film or computed radiography (CR) systems. Each IDC DR solution provides high resolution radiographic images in the digital format required for today's electronic medical record networks, all without the use of film, environmentally harmful chemicals, cassettes or expensive imaging plates. In addition to its number one ranking for customer service by MD Buyline, IDC is the recipient of the 2007 Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Award. IDC is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Statements in this release which describe IDC's intentions, expectations or predictions, or which relate to matters that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may cause the actual results, performances or achievements of IDC to be materially different from any future results, performances or achievements expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. IDC may update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or changing market and business conditions. Known and unknown risks and uncertainties include: IDC's ability to manufacture its products with a sufficient level of quality and in volumes which satisfy market demand; the ability of IDC to establish direct and indirect sales channels; the ability of IDC to establish industry partnerships; IDC's ability to attract and retain key personnel; the strength and breadth of IDC's patents; and other factors relating to general economic conditions, specific industry conditions and IDC's particular situation.