SCRIVENS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
88Good
6.9vs last year
#1112 in UK
#41 in West Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
00377588
Registered Address
Scrivens House, 60 Islington Row Middleway, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 1PH
Status
Active
Employee Count
991
Turnover
£47,835,000
EBITDA
£5,537,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
2 December 1942
Nature of Business
47741 - Retail sale of hearing aids
47782 - Retail sale by opticians
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
West Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
25 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
72%
31-60 Days
24%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms4%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-11-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
28 Oct 2024 - 30 Apr 202523 May 20251875%22%3%5%
30 Oct 2023 - 30 Apr 202428 May 20242661%36%3%13%
01 May 2023 - 29 Oct 202328 Nov 20232959%39%2%10%
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 202326 May 20232751%47%2%10%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202230 May 20222951%39%10%22%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202102 Dec 20213151%46%3%24%
26 Oct 2020 - 30 Apr 202110 Aug 20213048%50%2%26%
01 May 2020 - 25 Oct 202006 Jul 20212167%30%3%13%
28 Oct 2019 - 30 Apr 202009 Sept 20202562%35%3%28%
01 May 2019 - 27 Oct 201929 Nov 20192862%35%3%28%
29 Oct 2018 - 30 Apr 201931 May 20192953%44%3%58%
01 May 2018 - 28 Oct 201831 May 20193150%46%5%62%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Most of our suppliers standard payment terms are 30 days but with some suppliers we have 60 and 90 days payment terms. Therefore, a proportion of invoices that have fallen into 31 to 60 days and 61 days or more category would not have been due for payment. In terms of the percentage of invoices shown as not paid within the agreed terms, most of these payments are paid at the beginning of each calendar month and are therefore only overdue by a few days. Additionally any invoices subject to query with the supplier will have been included in the category of not paid to terms when, in fact, they will be paid once the query has been resolved. To ensure that we maintain excellent relationships with our suppliers and not disrupt the supply chain we always endeavor to pay suppliers to terms.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

Invoices are entered upon receipt and sent to the relevant department manager for approval. Should the department manager find a discrepancy, a query is raised with the supplier. The AP department monitors invoices that have been received but not approved and if necessary contacts the department manager for an update. It is our policy to pay suppliers to terms and therefore a focus is placed on query resolution to ensure that invoices can still be paid on time. The AP department also reconciles statements from suppliers each month to ensure that all invoices have been received.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

Scrivens Limited is a British company that specializes in providing eye and hearing care services. The company was established in 1938 and has since grown to have over 450 branches across the UK.

The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing their carbon footprint and promoting ethical and responsible business practices. They have implemented energy-efficient measures in their branches, such as LED lighting and recycling programs. They also work with suppliers who share their commitment to sustainability.

Scrivens Limited offers a wide range of products and services, including eye tests, prescription glasses, contact lenses, and hearing tests. They also provide hearing aids and other hearing care solutions. Their experienced team of optometrists and audiologists ensure that customers receive the best possible care and advice.

The company's key people include the managing director, Nicholas Georgevic, and the chairman, Christopher Scrivens. They are supported by a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality eye and hearing care services.

Contact information for Scrivens Limited can be found on their official website, which is www.scrivens.com. Their registered office address is 119 Hagley Road, Birmingham, B16 8LB, United Kingdom.

Overall, Scrivens Limited is a well-established and reputable company that is committed to sustainability and providing excellent eye and hearing care services to their customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,807,377
Net Worth
£10,697,118
Total Current Assets
£16,085,014
Total Current Liabilities
£7,479,599

Company Location