Analytic Services Inc.

“The 990 is prepared by bdo based on information provided by analytic services inc. The 990 is reviewed by the cfo and general counsel. Feedback and changes are provided to bdo. After changes are made the 990 is reviewed by the audit committee and provided to the full board of directors, after which the 990 is submitted to the irs by analytic services inc.”

“Anser's conflict of interest and related party transactions policy and procedure applies to directors, officers and "key persons" of anser or a related organization ("covered persons"). The policy requires prior disclosure of transactions that might give rise to conflict with a financial or personal interest of a covered person. Covered persons are required to disclose such transactions in advance to an independent committee of the board of directors which determines whether the transaction is (i) in the company's best interests, (ii) for the company's own benefit and (iii) fair and reasonable to the company. The committee makes a recommendation to the board. Covered persons with an interest in any matter under review are not permitted to be present at or participate in any deliberations or voting with respect to the matter giving rise to the potential conflict. Such deliberations and the decision are recorded in the meeting minutes. Covered persons annually complete and submit to the company's general counsel a questionnaire concerning conflict and interest and affiliations.”

“Compensation for the ceo and officers (senior vp and chief financial officer; vp and general counsel; vp, business services; vp, science & technology, vp, business development, vp policy & security analysis, vp intelligence) is reviewed annually by an independent committee of the board of directors, for recommendation to the full the board. No members of the committee or the board has a conflict of interest regarding the compensation arrangements under review. The committee takes into consideration publicly available information regarding the executive's peers, available market survey information, the advice of an independent consulting firm, as well as individual performance and the overall financial condition of the company.”

“The Organization makes it governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available upon request, for the same period of disclosure as set forth in Section 6104(d).”

“Analytic services inc. (anser) was established in 1958 as an independent, not-for-profit research corporation to contribute to the security and public welfare of the united states. Anser's principal activity is to provide government agencies with objective, timely research and unbiased recommendations on complex technical and management problems. The anser staff contributes directly and significantly to problem solving in the public interest through systems analysis and evaluation, operations research, investigation of technical feasibility and development and application of planning methods.”

“Analytic services inc. Provides independent studies and analyses to aid key decision-makers in the extended national security and homeland security communities, delivering professional services. Anser provides technical and programmatic support to clients across the national security community with particular focus on: joint operations: government entities that must work together to address national security challenges through the implementation of common and intersecting functions. Intelligence: the intelligence community. Anti-terrorism/force protection: those who implement or influence the all-hazards risk analysis continuum. Science & technology: the community that enables our nation to advance its security posture and competitive position through technological achievement. Implementing effective public sector operations: anser applies its talents to assist clients who are united by their responsibilities to implement effective public sector operations. Government leadership, at all levels, is tasked with ensuring the best and most efficient operations while achieving mission goals and objectives. Anser contributes through the following efforts: enterprise systems & planning: helping organizations develop and integrate their business processes and continuously enhance performance. Operations analysis & management: conducting systems analysis, resource planning, and program management to enable clients to improve their core mission operations. Emerging initiatives: keeping a vigilant eye on new ways to extend anser's legacy of unbiased support.”

“On January 31, 2017, ANSER ACQUIRED ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL (ATI), A NOT-FOR-PROFIT COMPANY BASED IN SUMMERVILLE, SC THAT ORGANIZES AND MANAGES RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COLLABORATIONS ON BEHALF OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY. IN FEBRUARY 2023, ATI AND ANSER ENTERED INTO A CHANGE OF CONTROL AGREEMENT WHEREBY ANSER NO LONGER HAS THE ABILITY TO EXERCISE CONTROL NOR EXERT SIGNIFICANT INFLUENCE OVER THE OPERATIONS OF ATI. Change in Control of ATI $44,250,979”

“The process for overseeing the audit of the financial statements and selection of an independent accountant that audited the financial statements has been consistent with prior years.”