The data paints a clear picture of inertia: payment practices within the studied commerce models have essentially remained unchanged between 2022 and 2023, despite macroeconomic shifts. While the shrinking sample size could hint at consolidation within the sector, the constant average score highlights an industry-wide failure to evolve regarding payment efficiencies or improve late payment calculator management. The lack of progress suggests systemic issues that need to be urgently addressed.
In summary: Despite a slight decrease in the number of companies surveyed, average payment practice scores remained stagnant at 62.8/100, mirroring the results of 2022.
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