MICROSOFT LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 01624297
- Registered Address
- Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1WG
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 5,540
- Turnover
- £8,383,639,000
- EBITDA
- £690,471,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://lightgatetech.com/
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 24 March 1982
- Nature of Business
- 62020 - Information technology consultancy activities
- Industries
- Information Technology,Telecommunications And Data,Software
- Region
- South East
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 31 Jul 2025 | 33 | 80% | 15% | 5% | 8% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 30 Jan 2025 | 32 | 75% | 19% | 6% | 14% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 30 Jan 2024 | 27 | 79% | 15% | 6% | 9% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 03 Aug 2023 | 33 | 80% | 14% | 6% | 10% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 01 Feb 2023 | 33 | 76% | 16% | 8% | 26% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 19 Jul 2022 | 30 | 80% | 15% | 5% | 9% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 02 Aug 2021 | 21 | 85% | 14% | 1% | 17% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 16 Feb 2021 | 27 | 95% | 4% | 1% | 8% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 29 Jan 2020 | 28 | 77% | 21% | 1% | 9% |
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
Microsoft's Standard Supplier Payment Terms are 2% 10/Net 60. After Microsoft accepts the purchase and receives a correct and undisputed invoice (the "Create Date") Microsoft will release payment for the total amount less 2% discount by net ten (10) calendar days. If the 10-calendar day period expires, Microsoft will release payment for the total invoice amount by net sixty (60) calendar days.
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
60
Dispute Resolution Process
Suppliers can contact Microsoft Accounts Payable via MSInvoice and SupplierWeb which is a web-based application provided to suppliers which allows them to submit electronic invoices directly to Microsoft and raise any concerns. When an invoice is disputed, the supplier will receive an automated email indicating the invoice number and reason for rejection. To resolve a dispute, the supplier is required to provide any missing information or a corrected invoice.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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
Microsoft Limited is a multinational technology company that specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling computer software, consumer electronics, and personal computers. The company is headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom and is a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
Microsoft Limited's sustainability program focuses on reducing the company's environmental impact, promoting diversity and inclusion, and empowering communities through technology. The company has set ambitious goals to become carbon negative, zero waste, and water positive by 2030. They also prioritize using renewable energy and responsibly sourcing materials for their products.
Some of the popular products and services offered by Microsoft Limited include the Windows operating system, Office software suite, Surface tablets and laptops, and Xbox gaming systems. They also provide cloud-based solutions such as Microsoft Azure and Office 365 for businesses and individuals.
The key people at Microsoft Limited include Cindy Rose, the CEO and President, and Clare Barclay, the Chief Operating Officer. They lead a team of over 4,000 employees who are dedicated to providing innovative technology solutions to customers.
For more information on Microsoft Limited's products and services, customers can visit their website at www.microsoft.com/en-gb/. The registered office address for Microsoft Limited is Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom.
