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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

 

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 14, 2021

 

 

ACCURAY INCORPORATED

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

 

001-33301

 

20-8370041

(Commission File Number)

 

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

 

1310 Chesapeake Terrace
Sunnyvale, California 94089

(Address of principal executive offices, including Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (408) 716-4600

 

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

    Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

    Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

 

 

 

 

Title of each class

 

Trading

Symbol(s)

 

Name of each exchange

on which registered

Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share

 

ARAY

 

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

 

Emerging growth company

 


If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

 

 


 


 

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.

 

On January 14, 2021, Accuray Incorporated (the “Company”) intends to present the management presentation slides attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 during the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference to discuss, among other things, the long-term business and growth strategies for the Company. Such slides may be used in additional presentations to investors and analysts from time to time.  The management presentation slides will also be posted on the investor relations portion of the Company’s website.

 

The information contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, is furnished pursuant to Item 7.01 and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into a filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

 

Item 9.01.  Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

(d)  Exhibits.

 

Exhibit No.

 

Description

99.1

 

Management Presenation Slides of Accuray Incorporated dated January 14, 2021.

104

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

 

 

ACCURAY INCORPORATED

 

 

 

Dated: January 14, 2021

By:

/s/ Jesse Chew

 

 

Jesse Chew

 

 

Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secrtetary

 

 

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Slide 1

Accuray Innovation Driven Growth Strategy 2021 J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference January 14, 2021 Exhibit 99.1

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Safe Harbor Statement Statements in this presentation (including the oral commentary that accompanies it) that are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements and are subject to the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements in this presentation relate, but are not limited, to: expectations regarding new product enhancements or offerings, including the expected timing of product launches and releases; our growth drivers, growth catalysts, and strategic priorities, including expectations and plans to execute upon such drivers, catalysts, and priorities; expectations regarding product differentiation; expectations regarding operating leverage; expectations regarding the radiotherapy and neurosurgery market opportunity, including any favorable market dynamics; expectations regarding our installed base, including expectations regarding replacement opportunity, upgrade opportunity, and service revenue; expectations related to the market opportunity in China and its ability to grow our business; expectations related to our joint venture in China; expectations regarding the trend toward ultra-hypofractionation and our ability to capitalize on those trends; our ability to continue to innovate and execute on our product roadmap; our ability to expand the addressable market of our products and drive share gain; expectations regarding the Radiation Oncology Alternative Payment Model as well as reimbursement trends and our ability to capitalize on the same; expectations regarding system revenue contributions from China; our belief that our products offer clinicians and patients significant benefits over other radiation therapy systems in the market; expectations regarding long-term market expansion opportunities; and our ability to drive enhanced shareholder return. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “predicts,” “projects,” “may,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result,” and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, financial condition, results of operations or cash flows; our ability to achieve widespread market acceptance of our products, including new product offerings and improvements; our ability to develop new products or enhance existing products to meet customers’ needs and compete favorably in the market; our ability to effectively integrate and execute the joint venture; our ability to realize the expected benefits of the joint venture; risks and uncertainties related to future Type A and B license announcements in China; risks inherent in international operations; our ability to effectively manage our growth; our ability to maintain or increase our gross margins on product sales and services; delays in regulatory approvals or the development or release of new offerings; our ability to meet the covenants under our credit facilities; our ability to convert backlog to revenue; and other risks identified under the heading “Risk Factors” in our quarterly report on Form 10-Q, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on November 4, 2020, and as updated periodically with our other filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date the statements are made and are based on information available to Accuray at the time those statements are made and/or management’s good faith belief as of that time with respect to future events. Accuray assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual performance or results, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking information, except to the extent required by applicable securities laws. Accordingly, investors should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Medical Advice Disclaimer Accuray Incorporated as a medical device manufacturer cannot and does not recommend specific treatment approaches. Individual results may vary. Forward Looking Statements This presentation is intended exclusively for investors. It is not intended for use in Sales or Marketing

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Company Vision and Growth Strategy Market Dynamics and Long-Term Growth Catalysts Enabling Technology and Product Roadmap Q & A Agenda

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To expand the curative power of radiation therapy to improve as many lives as possible. Our Vision

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Strategy to Accelerate Long-Term Growth Trajectory FY2018 - FY2019 FY2022+ Plan FY2020 - FY2021 Plan Transform Culture and Begin Innovation Driven Growth Enhanced leadership team Established China joint venture and awarded 50 out of 58 Type A licenses Reset cost structure to increase operating leverage Focused R&D investments to drive innovation pipeline Developed strategic roadmap/ vision on key growth opportunities Differentiate Radixact with Synchrony® and ClearRT™, and CyberKnife®  S7™, to win in market   Execute China Type A revenue ramp Awarded additional 24 China Type A licenses (cumulative 82% win rate) Continue to build out our global infrastructure and operations Reposition for Success Consistent cadence of new products and partnerships Expand addressable markets and drive share gain Drive additional growth and market share in China Type B opportunity  Capitalize on operating leverage to drive greater profits and cash flows Accelerate Growth

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VOLO™ NeuroCK ClearRT™ Adaptive TomoTherapy® China/Value FY21-23 Synchrony® Global Patent Portfolio1 472 Issued 129 Pending As of June 30, 2020, we held exclusive field of use licenses or ownership of approximately 472 U.S. and foreign patents, and approximately 129 U.S. and foreign patent applications. . Innovation Pipeline Innovate to Drive Market Penetration, Share Gain & IB Renewal Cadence of Annual Product Launches Over Next 3 Years

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Favorable Market Dynamics and Long-Term Growth Catalysts Global Radiotherapy Market Overview China Market Opportunity and our Differentiated Strategy Treatment Modality Trend (SBRT vs. Conventional) RO-APM Update / How Accuray will Benefit

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A Growing Addressable Market Underpenetrated Global Radiotherapy Market1 18 MILLION 50-60% 30% 21,8002 +7,700 +150% New Cases Of Cancer Worldwide In 2018 Of Cancer Patients Worldwide Would Benefit From Radiation Therapy Currently Receive Radiation Therapy Total Number Of Linacs Needed By 2035 Number Of New Linacs Needed To Meet Expected Demand For Radiation Therapy in 2035 Expected Increase In Number Of Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy By 2035 https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cancer; The Lancet Oncology Commission – “Expanding Global Access to Radiotherapy, Volume 16 September 2015 Edition Radiotherapy in Cancer Care: Facing the Global Challenge, IAEA 2017 21,800 includes 14,100 expected replacement systems and 7,700 new systems

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2022E 2019 2020E 2021E 2,959 2023E 2024E 2025E 2026E 3,580 2,223 3,255 2,021 3,938 2,445 2,690 Premium/Type A Core /Type B Economy /Type B Chen W, et al. Cancer statistics in China, 2015 Set 2019 data as the base from Survey on the Basic Information of Personnel and Facilities of Radiotherapy in Chinese Mainland in 2019 Forecast Linac market unit growth rate ~10% to meet WHO’s guideline to have 3 Linac systems per million people at end of 2026. China: Unprecedented Long-Term Growth Opportunity China Market Opportunity by Segment (units)2,3 China Expected Cancer Incidence 4.3M annual new diagnosed1 2.5x the amount in the U.S. 12,000 / day China’s lack of access to Radiotherapy: Linac Installed Base by Country1 Recommend 10% CAGR

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Accuray’s Differentiated Strategy China Joint Venture “MADE IN CHINA 2025” INITIATIVE MARKET ACCESS UNIQUE POSITIONING EXPANDS TYPE B OPPORTUNITY Locally branded and manufactured product well-aligned with local policies Broad JV commercial infrastructure and access to hospitals Competitive advantage as the only radiation therapy company with local Chinese partner Expand commercial strategy and portfolio to address large Type B market Achievements Established July 2019 with CIRC as partner (49% Accuray / 51% CIRC) ~100 employees as of October 2020 Manufacturing facility construction complete Customer Training Center activated Future Milestones Manufacturing commencement of locally-branded product expected in ~15 months Expand to ~200 employees by FY23 Type B product portfolio to expand market coverage in ~24 months

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U.S. Replacement Sale and Upgrade Opportunity Age of Accuray Installed Base Median age of total US radiation therapy installed base: ≥ 8 years1 82% of purchases are replacements1 New capabilities driving purchase decisions IMV 2019 Radiation Therapy Market Summary Report

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IMV 2019 Radiation Therapy Market Summary Report; Radiation Oncology Alternative Payment Model Radiation Therapy system consolidation SBRT treatment demand increasing Reimbursement pressure Clinical evidence and guidelines Emerging Trend: Patient/provider impact due to COVID Treatment Systems -3.4% Patients Treated +13.1% Reimbursement Per Patient RO-APM Fractions Delivered -6.6% Macro Factors Driving SBRT Treatments in the U.S.1

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Ultra-Hypofractionation Supports Shift From Volume to Value Real-time Delivery Adaptation Synchrony® tracks tumor motion and adjusts therapy delivery in real-time Diagnostic Quality Imaging ClearRT™ provides fast, diagnostic quality visualization with largest anatomical field of view  Improved Patient Outcomes Reduced toxicity, improved QOL and survival due to tighter margins Accuray’s innovative technologies have the potential to deliver more value

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Enables Why Customers Choose Accuray Ultra-Precise, Radiation Therapy Planning and Delivery Platforms CyberKnife® Platform Robotic design SRS/SBRT Versatility across neuro and radiation oncology Helical imaging & delivery Broad patient treatment with SBRT growth Outcomes Quality of life Patient experience Differentiation TomoTherapy® Platform

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Fast Warmup Intelligent Helical kVCT Imaging Quick Installation Helical Delivery Scalable Platform Synchrony® Real-Time Delivery Adaptation Connected Ultra-Precise Helical Delivery | Treats Simple to Complex

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Conventional Methods Clinical Advantages Synchrony® on the Radixact® System Fast Beam ON throughout range of motion Slow Beam OFF much of the motion cycle (Gating) Compromised Wider margins compensate for slow speed (ITV) Precise Tighter margins enabled when beam follows the target Enables Ultra-Hypofractionation Deliver more dose to the target, in less time, with greater precision Prolongs Fractionation Less dose per fraction to spare surrounding healthy tissue Synchrony®

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Imaging Leadership Bringing diagnostic quality images into the RT workflow Unmatched Flexibility Largest field-of-view (50cm) and scan length (up to 135cm) Fast 1-meter in 1-minute for long field registration No learning curve, familiar user interface Maintains MV imaging mode for those with metal implants Supports various applications (Synchrony®, Adaptive, Simulation/Planning) Remains affordable to the market Unique Technology 15 patent disclosures submitted or in process, using the Radixact® System’s unique slipring platform advantage FDA 510(k) Cleared on Radixact® System ClearRT™ Helical kVCT Unique Helical Platform Advantage High Speed Broad Imaging Beam Moderate Scatter High Quality Narrow Imaging Beam Low Scatter

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Unique Advantages Over Other Imaging Modalities ClearRT™ Helical kVCT 1.35 Meters 18 Exceptional Spatial Resolution MR prone to geometric distortion Excellent uniformity and low noise across entire image Conebeam CT prone to scatter artifact Low-contrast anatomy such as skin, fat, and soft tissue easily visualized Porcine images courtesy of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Human Oncology Conebeam 20cm 1.35 Meters

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Fast Treatment Delivery Flexible Dose Sculpting Fast Treatment Planning Unique Robotic Platform Moving or Stationary Targets Dose Minimization To Organs At Risk Industry-Leading Precision | Confident, Effective SRS And SBRT Treatment Delivery

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Frameless or Frame-Based1 Choose based upon clinical need; maintain familiarity to those transitioning from other delivery systems Neuro Treatment Planning through Brainlab Partnership Integrates workflows and planning conventions recognized by neurosurgeons Oligometastatic Treatment Ability to treat multifocal disease with greater efficiency Collimation Tailored to common craniospinal neurosurgical case demands Aging Gamma Knife Replacement Opportunity Provides full cranio-spinal neurosurgery capability without Cobalt source Neuro Package CyberKnife® S7™ System Frame-based Neuro Technology is under development - This does not reflect a commitment to deliver products, software, features, functionality, or upgrades, and should not be relied upon in making purchasing decisions. Neuro Package In Development

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Operating Earnings and Installed Base Recent Trends Improving Fundamentals and Growing Installed Base Operating Leverage Growing Installed Base 582 932 5.4% CAGR Operating leverage expected to drive long-term profitability growth and continued investments in innovation Growing installed base provides steady, recurring annual service revenue

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Execution is our top priority Absolute Focus on Value Creation REVENUE GROWTH CATALYSTS OPERATING LEVERAGE VALUATION Anticipated long-term revenue growth catalysts create foundation for strong returns Operating leverage expected to drive accelerated profitability and free cashflow growth >80% EV/Sales discount 1 to comparable group provides compelling long-term return opportunity ENHANCED SHAREHOLDER RETURN Data as of January 4, 2021. Refer to Appendix 1. ENABLE

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Q&A

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Appendix 1 EV/Sales Trading Discount to Comparable Group As of January 4, 2021