Navigating Aerospace Innovation at MRO Americas
The MRO Americas 2025 conference, held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, offered a dynamic setting to connect with forward-looking companies in the aviation and aerospace ecosystem. Representing WTP Advisors, we—Brian Schwam and Jim Fyrie—engaged with a variety of engineering, manufacturing, and service firms throughout the event.
A key highlight was our discussion with Becky Schultz of Compass Technology Group, LLC, whose business card we received during a valuable conversation at their booth.
About Compass Technology Group
Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Compass Technology Group, LLC specializes in advanced electromagnetic measurement solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. They are known for cutting-edge testing technologies and custom RF/microwave component design, offering solutions that ensure performance reliability in complex systems.
With a growing international customer base, Compass is strategically positioned at the intersection of innovation and global supply. Their focus on high-tech engineering and exportable products made them an ideal candidate for WTP Advisors’ expertise in Transfer Pricing and IC-DISC.
Transfer Pricing: Aligning Global Financial Strategies
During our conversation, Jim Fyrie introduced WTP Advisors’ Transfer Pricing services and discussed how they can benefit Compass Technology Group as they expand across international markets.
Brian Schwam explained how WTP Advisors helps innovative engineering companies like Compass:
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Develop defensible arm’s-length pricing models for cross-border intercompany transactions
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Comply with U.S. and international tax regulations
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Align pricing strategy with supply chain performance and profit allocation
Becky shared Compass’s interest in maintaining compliance as they scale internationally—particularly in relation to collaborations with global aerospace and defense firms. Our team emphasized how proactive Transfer Pricing strategy reduces audit exposure and improves internal financial transparency.
IC-DISC: Optimizing Export Tax Efficiency
Given Compass Technology Group’s involvement in exporting proprietary testing systems and components, we also discussed the advantages of the IC-DISC (Interest Charge–Domestic International Sales Corporation) tax incentive.
Jim outlined how an IC-DISC can:
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Reduce federal income tax on qualified export income
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Improve after-tax cash flow
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Reinvest tax savings into R&D or capital equipment
Becky saw the potential value of IC-DISC in supporting Compass’s product development goals, especially with their emphasis on precision instrumentation and global partnerships.
Shared Commitment to Precision and Growth
The conversation confirmed a shared commitment between Compass Technology Group and WTP Advisors—namely, a pursuit of accuracy, compliance, and forward momentum. Whether through world-class testing or tax-smart international expansion, both companies believe in building a strong foundation for long-term success.
Looking Ahead
Meeting Becky Schultz at MRO Americas 2025 was a rewarding part of the conference. We look forward to the opportunity to support Compass Technology Group with customized Transfer Pricing and IC-DISC solutions that reflect their innovative edge and international outlook.
For high-tech manufacturers and engineering firms seeking smarter tax strategy and global pricing compliance, WTP Advisors is a trusted partner.
Learn more at www.wtpadvisors.com.
For more information about the MRO Conference in Atlanta, visit: https://mroamericas.aviationweek.com/