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- **Revenue Beat**: Q3 revenue of $332.6M (+15% YoY) and EPS $0.63 exceeded high-end guidance, driven by 4% sequential growth in consultants on assignment.
- **AI Growth Driver**: Consulting-led AI readiness projects (e.g., data modernization) growing with 400-600bps margin premium, signaling strategic shift to higher-margin solutions.
- **Q4 Outlook**: Sequential growth expected in both Technology and FA businesses, with Q4 revenue guidance of $326-334M and EPS $0.43-$0.51.
- **Strategic Investments**: Workday implementation and offshore expansion to deliver 100bps+ margin improvement by 2027 as revenue returns to $1.7B.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q3 2025 revenue of $332.6 million and EPS of $0.63 exceeded high-end guidance, driven by stabilization in Technology and sequential growth in FA businesses.
- Technology revenue declined 1.1% sequentially but showed 4% increase in consultants on assignment from Q3 lows, with FA revenue growing 7% sequentially.
- Emphasis on AI readiness and flexible talent solutions as key growth drivers amid macroeconomic uncertainty.

**【COO Commentary】**
- Consulting-led engagements in Technology (e.g., cloud, data/AI) contributed to 4% sequential growth in consultants on assignment, with stable average bill rates at $90/hour.
- FA business saw 6.9% sequential growth, first consecutive quarters of growth, with bill rates improving year-over-year.
- Offshore capabilities (e.g., Pune development center) support cost-effective talent delivery across onshore, nearshore, and blended models.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Gross margin of 27.7% (up 60bps sequentially) driven by lower healthcare costs and consulting mix; Flex margins stable at 50bps improvement.
- SG&A expenses at 22.8% of revenue due to strategic investments in sales and Workday implementation.
- Q4 guidance: $326-334 million revenue (midpoint $330M) and EPS $0.43-$0.51, reflecting sequential growth in both segments.
- Share buybacks and dividend program continue, with $100M authorization reaffirmed.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **AI Impact**: Consulting engagements in AI readiness (e.g., data modernization) growing, with 400-600bps margin premium vs. staff augmentation.
- **H-1B Fees**: Minimal impact as company focuses on renewing existing visas; compliance strength positions for competitive advantage.
- **Staffing Recovery**: Sequential growth in both segments suggests stabilization; broader market demand for flexible talent expected to persist.
- **Long-Term Strategy**: Workday implementation and offshore expansion to drive efficiency and profitability in 2027+.

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