MICRO FOCUS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2023
79Good
2.0vs last year
#1946 in UK
#38 in Software
#316 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
01504593
Registered Address
The Lawn, 22-30 Old Bath Road, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 1QN
Status
Active
Employee Count
398
Turnover
£31,046,000
EBITDA
£6,869,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
27 June 1980
Nature of Business
62090 - Other information technology service activities
Industries
Software
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
26 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:75 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
74%
31-60 Days
22%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms28%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time for MICRO FOCUS LIMITED to pay invoices has fluctuated over the past three periods, but has generally decreased from 63 days in May 2020 to 26 days in July 2023.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of the average time to pay for MICRO FOCUS LIMITED has been relatively high, with a range of 37 days from the highest (63 days in May 2020) to the lowest (26 days in July 2023).

Summary Analysis

In the most recent period (July 2023), MICRO FOCUS LIMITED has shown significant improvement in paying invoices on time, with 74% of invoices paid within 30 days and only 4% paid later than 60 days. This is a notable improvement from the previous period (May 2023), where only 68% of invoices were paid within 30 days and 6% were paid later than 60 days.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-01-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20242674%22%4%28%
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20233068%26%6%32%
01 May 2022 - 31 Oct 202229 Nov 20223067%29%4%28%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202227 May 20222776%21%3%29%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202129 Nov 20214555%24%21%31%
01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 202101 Jun 20214852%29%19%52%
01 May 2020 - 31 Oct 202026 Nov 20206339%31%30%58%
01 Nov 2019 - 30 Apr 202016 Dec 20205426%50%24%82%
01 May 2019 - 31 Oct 201916 Dec 20206039%30%29%65%
01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 201916 Dec 20204449%35%14%70%
01 May 2018 - 31 Oct 201816 Dec 20204248%37%15%74%
01 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 201816 Dec 20204247%38%15%66%

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

The standard payment term is sixty (60) days from the receipt of a valid invoice. Some suppliers and supply categories, like essential services, will have payment terms negotiated in advance that will be different from the Micro Focus Limited standard payment term. It is Micro Focus Limited’ practice to issue payment for invoices that become due in the next payment run. If an invoice comes due after a payment run, payment will be issued in the next available payment run.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

75

Dispute Resolution Process

If any invoice is disputed, Micro Focus Limited agrees to negotiate in good faith to resolve the dispute. Suppliers can contact the Micro Focus Limited Accounts Payable Department (the current contact details of which are MFI-MFAPCRC@opentext.com), or their Micro Focus Limited representative, in connection with disputed invoices, as well as for invoice status and any other payment related questions.

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

Micro Focus Limited is a multinational software company based in Newbury, United Kingdom. The company was founded in 1976 and has since grown to become a global leader in providing innovative software solutions to businesses of all sizes.

The company offers a wide range of products and services, including application modernization, data management, security, and analytics. They specialize in helping businesses optimize and modernize their existing IT systems, as well as develop new applications and processes.

In addition to their software services, Micro Focus Limited has also implemented a sustainability program to reduce their environmental impact. This includes initiatives such as reducing energy consumption, minimizing waste, and promoting sustainable practices throughout their supply chain.

The key people at Micro Focus Limited include the CEO, Stephen Murdoch, and the Chairman, Kevin Loosemore. They are supported by a team of experienced professionals who are committed to driving the company's success and growth.

For more information about Micro Focus Limited and their products and services, you can visit their website at www.microfocus.com. Their registered office address is The Lawn, 22-30 Old Bath Road, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 1QN, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,290,000
Net Worth
£70,721,000
Total Current Assets
£208,335,000
Total Current Liabilities
£145,063,000

Company Location