While the Commerce Models sector fares better than the UK average in payment performance, the gulf between the best and worst payers is substantial, suggesting vastly different approaches to supplier relationships within the industry. The regional data also paints a fragmented picture, implying payment culture is likely influenced by more than just sector-specific factors.
The East of England, with an average PaymentCheck score of 71.4 across 13 companies, tops the regional rankings, signaling a potentially more responsible payment environment compared to London's 66.6 across 74 companies, despite London having a higher concentration of businesses in the sector. The limited sample size from Wales and the South West may skew their respective averages, making it difficult to draw firm conclusions.
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The Commerce Models sector shows mixed results, with the best payers achieving scores nearly eight times higher than the worst, highlighting the critical importance of due diligence when selecting partners and clients.
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