SEA GIRT, N.J., May 19, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Digital Descriptor Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets:DDSI), an industry leader in the development of Homeland Security related products, today announced results for the period ending March 31, 2006. Revenues grew 485 percent, to $870,964, from first quarter 2005 revenues of $148,875. Gross profit rose over 450 percent, to $577,622, from $104,173 for the same period in 2005. All numbers are fully audited.
In March 2005, DDSI acquired Somerset County, New Jersey-based CGM Applied Security Technologies, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of various Homeland Security products.
"Sales and profit numbers continue their steady improvement," says Anthony Shupin, CEO of DDSI. "This is a strong indication that our plan is working. We are committed to raising the bar for our security products and services. DDSI and CGM-AST products are state-of-the-art, and are being well received by the market."
DDSI CFO Michael Pellegrino adds, "Our operating losses continue to decline. When factoring earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, we are down 39 percent, to $122,600, from our prior year period amount of $184,708."
About Digital Descriptor Systems, Inc.
The company, based in Sea Girt, N.J., develops and markets integrated enterprise-wide image applications specifically designed for criminal justice organizations. Customers include states, cities, counties, corrections facilities, justice and public safety agencies. Additional information is available online at www.ddsi-cpc.com.
Its subsidiary, CGM Applied Security Technologies, Inc., based in Somerset, N.J., is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Homeland Security products, including indicative and barrier security seals, security tapes and related packaging security systems, protective security products for palletized cargo, physical security systems for tractors, trailers and containers, as well as a number of highly specialized authentication products. Additional information is available online, at www.cgmsecuritysolutions.com.
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