makes perfect sense. but why can't he just say that certification is going smoothly and is expected by .... Also, might say that we have pending contracts but can't say with whom because of the reasons you just gave. it would do wonders for the share price.
Many times, I've posted on different boards, that the board should come up with 1 or 2 traders to seek and verify info. with companies, so that, that very thing doesn't happen. I've seen that happen too many times.